Free Copyright Contract Template
Copyright Contract
This Copyright Contract ("Contract") is entered into on the 6th Day of April 2055 by and between [YOUR COMPANY NAME], hereinafter referred to as the "Copyright Owner," and [LICENSEE'S NAME], hereinafter referred to as the "Licensee," collectively referred to as the "Parties."
1. Grant of License
1.1 Copyrighted Material
The Copyright Owner hereby grants to the Licensee a [Non-Exclusive/Exclusive] license to use the following copyrighted material:
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Description of copyrighted material: [Title/Description]
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Copyright Registration Number (if applicable): [Registration Number]
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Date of creation: [Date of Creation]
1.2 Scope of License
The license granted herein permits the Licensee to reproduce, distribute, display, and create derivative works based on the copyrighted material worldwide for the duration of this Contract.
2. Consideration
In consideration for the rights granted herein, the Licensee shall pay the Copyright Owner the sum of [Amount] as attached hereto. Payments shall be made in accordance with the schedule specified in the document attached.
3. Termination
Either party may terminate this License upon 30 days' written notice to the other party in the event of a material breach of any provision of this Contract.
4. Ownership and Rights
4.1 Copyright Ownership
The Copyright Owner retains all ownership rights, title, and interest in and to the copyrighted material, including all associated copyrights and intellectual property rights.
4.2 No Assignment
The Licensee shall not assign, sublicense, or transfer its rights under this License to any third party without the prior written consent of the Copyright Owner.
5. Representations and Warranties
5.1 Copyright Owner's Representations
The Copyright Owner represents and warrants that they have the full right, power, and authority to grant the license and rights granted herein.
5.2 Licensee's Representations
The Licensee represents and warrants that they shall use the copyrighted material in accordance with the terms of this License and all applicable laws and regulations.
6. Indemnification
Each party agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the other party from and against any claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses arising out of or related to any breach of the representations, warranties, or obligations under this Contract.
7. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
This Contract shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction]. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with this Contract shall be resolved through mediation, administered by [Mediation Service] in accordance with its mediation rules.
8. Entire Agreement
This Contract constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements, whether written or oral, relating to such subject matter.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Contract as of the Effective Date first above written.
[LICENSEE'S NAME]
Licensee
[DATE SIGNED]
[YOUR COMPANY NAME]
Copyright Owner
[DATE SIGNED]
