What are Designer Usage Rights

These rights refer to the limitations on 3rd parties and what they are allowed or not allowed to do with a designer’s original work. These rights may refer to works of literature, graphical design, photography, web design, etc. Limitations may also vary depending on the guidelines set by the original author or designer. It must be known that images and works located on the internet (i.e. through a Google search) are not free for the taking. Permission for use of such works and images must be obtained from the site owner or original artist. There are many websites which offer images, templates and other designs for free or for a small fee. It is still important with these sites to know the conditions for use of the work. Even if you pay to have a design created for you by a professional, it is not guaranteed that the final work belongs to you or comes with unlimited use. These terms should be setup in the initial contract between the requesting and designing parties. Failure to respect these designer’s rights is a violation of National Copyright Law and is a serious offense. Be careful when using another’s work.