Why You Can\u2019t Upload Copyrighted Journals<\/h2>\n\n- Legal Violations<\/strong>: Distributing copyrighted content without permission is against U.S. copyright law and could result in legal consequences for both you and the university.<\/li>\n
- Subscription Limitations<\/strong>: The university\u2019s access to journals is restricted to authorized users. Posting these materials publicly bypasses those restrictions.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
What You Can Do Instead<\/h2>\n\n- Use Open Access Resources<\/strong>: If you\u2019re looking to share academic articles, consider linking to open-access journals or publications, which are freely available without copyright restrictions.<\/li>\n
- Link to the Resource<\/strong>: Instead of uploading the entire article, provide a link to the journal or article through the university\u2019s library system. This ensures that only authorized users can access the content while respecting the publisher\u2019s terms.<\/li>\n
- Request Permission<\/strong>: If you need to share an article more widely, contact the publisher to request permission to distribute the material. Some publishers may allow it under certain conditions, such as for educational use within the university.<\/li>\n
- Use Excerpts Within Fair Use<\/strong>: For educational or commentary purposes, consider using brief excerpts or summaries of the article, ensuring that it complies with fair use guidelines.\n
\n- To determine whether a particular use qualifies as fair, courts generally consider four factors: the purpose and character of the use, the nature of the copyrighted work, the amount and substantiality of the portion used, and the potential impact on the market for the original work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
\nLinking vs. Uploading Open Access Articles<\/h2>\n
Though open access articles are freely available to view, not all are licensed for reproduction<\/strong>. Combined with the fact that many of these PDFs and documents do not meet web accessibility standards, it\u2019s best to link to the source rather than upload or embed the content directly.<\/p>\nAccessibility Issues<\/h3>\n
Web authors must ensure that any content hosted on a UNC website complies with accessibility guidelines<\/a>. According to UNC\u2019s Digital Accessibility Policy<\/a>, all digital content\u2014including PDFs and Word documents\u2014must be fully accessible.<\/p>\nWhile open-access content can be shared freely, many open-access journal PDFs do not meet accessibility standards<\/strong>.<\/p>\nRather than redistributing documents directly, we recommend citing and linking<\/strong> to the source. This approach ensures that users access the most current version of the publication and helps prevent accessibility issues associated with hosting non-compliant content.<\/p>\nCite and Link to Journals<\/h3>\n
When referencing journal articles, provide a proper citation. This often includes the author’s name, article title, journal title, volume and issue numbers, year of publication, and a DOI or URL. The citation style you use (AMA<\/a>, APA<\/a>, MLA<\/a>, or other citation style<\/a>) will determine the format of the information. Include a link to the DOI if available, otherwise provide a URL to help readers locate the source.<\/p>\nTip: most journal databases such as PubMed provide properly formatted citations that can be easily copied and pasted into your website. They often also provide the DOI url.<\/p>\n
What is a DOI?<\/h4>\n
A DOI (Digital Object Identifier)<\/a> is a unique and permanent link assigned to electronic sources. Unlike URLs, DOIs are static and provide a reliable way to locate sources even if they are moved. This would be the preferred link to use.<\/p>\n
\nHow to Verify a Journal’s Open Access Status<\/h2>\n
Adherence to legal and copyright regulations is essential when sharing published works to avoid infringement.<\/p>\n
You may only post a journal article if:<\/p>\n
\n- The creator(s) have dedicated it to the public domain, or<\/li>\n
- It is available under an open access license<\/strong> or similar open distribution method.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Open access<\/strong> is a publishing model that allows free online access to journal articles, enabling any user to read and use these works legally.<\/p>\nWebsite editors must ensure that any content shared complies with copyright laws and licensing terms.<\/strong><\/p>\nVerification Resources<\/h3>\n\n- Consult Directories, Repositories and Databases: <\/strong>Use reputable sources like the PubMed to verify if the journal is listed as Open Access.\n
\n- Reference the Health Sciences Library<\/a> for a wide variety of tools and resources.<\/li>\n
- Find your journal in a database such as PubMed, PLOS ONE, BioMed Central, and PeerJ and look for the copyright license and permissions.<\/li>\n
- Open Access Button<\/a>\u00a0is an excellent tool for checking the open access status of journal articles. On that website, enter the article’s title or DOI to check if it is freely available. This will find open access copies on publishers’ sites and in repositories.<\/li>\n
- Unpaywall<\/a>\u00a0is another great source for this information. If you have many articles to check, use\u00a0Unpaywall’s Simple Query Tool<\/a> to enter a list of DOIs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- Institutional Repositories<\/a>:<\/strong>\n
\n- Check if journals affiliated with our university or other institutions allow for self-archiving and dissemination of research articles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- Reference the Journal:<\/strong>\n
\n- Check for an open access or Creative Commons license<\/a> on the article itself.\n
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Example of an Open Access attribution on a publication.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n- Check the Journal’s Website:<\/strong>\n
\n- Look for information on access policies, subscription details, and article availability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
\nSummary<\/h2>\n
To legally share published works on your website, respect copyright and licensing agreements, ensure proper citation, and link to the original sources. Following these guidelines will help you responsibly and legally share academic and journalistic content.<\/p>\n
\nGetting Help<\/h2>\n
If you have specific questions about particular articles or need assistance with permissions, contact the Scholarly Communications Office at UNC\u00a0 Libraries<\/a>. Their services<\/a> provide copyright information and education to students, faculty, and staff through consultations, presentations, and classes.<\/p>\n
\nOther Resources<\/h2>\n\n- Copyright basics<\/a> from UNC’s Health Sciences Library.<\/li>\n
- Additional copyright tools and resources<\/a> from the\u00a0UNC Health Sciences Library.<\/li>\n
- Scholarly Communications Office, UNC-CH Libraries<\/a> – provides copyright information and education to students, faculty, and staff through consultations, presentations, and classes.<\/li>\n
- Fair Use Analysis Worksheet from UNC Libraries<\/a> – This worksheet poses targeted questions to help users evaluate whether their intended use of copyrighted material qualifies as fair use.<\/li>\n
- Copyright and Fair Use Collection from UNC Libraries<\/a> – This collection from UNC Libraries offers a curated set of resources on copyright and fair use, including tools, guides, and worksheets to support users in navigating complex copyright issues.<\/li>\n
- Copyright Policy of The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill<\/a>.<\/li>\n
- Understanding copyright for journal authors<\/a> by Taylor and Francis.<\/li>\n
- Fair Use Basics from the Columbia University Copyright Advisory Office<\/a> – Explores the foundational principles of fair use in copyright law, including the four key factors used to assess whether a particular use qualifies as fair use.<\/li>\n
- Fair Use Evaluator<\/a> – This tool helps users determine whether their specific use of a copyrighted work might qualify as fair use under U.S. copyright law. It guides you through the evaluation process, generating a detailed record of your analysis for documentation purposes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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What You Can Do Instead<\/h2>\n\n- Use Open Access Resources<\/strong>: If you\u2019re looking to share academic articles, consider linking to open-access journals or publications, which are freely available without copyright restrictions.<\/li>\n
- Link to the Resource<\/strong>: Instead of uploading the entire article, provide a link to the journal or article through the university\u2019s library system. This ensures that only authorized users can access the content while respecting the publisher\u2019s terms.<\/li>\n
- Request Permission<\/strong>: If you need to share an article more widely, contact the publisher to request permission to distribute the material. Some publishers may allow it under certain conditions, such as for educational use within the university.<\/li>\n
- Use Excerpts Within Fair Use<\/strong>: For educational or commentary purposes, consider using brief excerpts or summaries of the article, ensuring that it complies with fair use guidelines.\n
\n- To determine whether a particular use qualifies as fair, courts generally consider four factors: the purpose and character of the use, the nature of the copyrighted work, the amount and substantiality of the portion used, and the potential impact on the market for the original work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
\nLinking vs. Uploading Open Access Articles<\/h2>\n
Though open access articles are freely available to view, not all are licensed for reproduction<\/strong>. Combined with the fact that many of these PDFs and documents do not meet web accessibility standards, it\u2019s best to link to the source rather than upload or embed the content directly.<\/p>\nAccessibility Issues<\/h3>\n
Web authors must ensure that any content hosted on a UNC website complies with accessibility guidelines<\/a>. According to UNC\u2019s Digital Accessibility Policy<\/a>, all digital content\u2014including PDFs and Word documents\u2014must be fully accessible.<\/p>\nWhile open-access content can be shared freely, many open-access journal PDFs do not meet accessibility standards<\/strong>.<\/p>\nRather than redistributing documents directly, we recommend citing and linking<\/strong> to the source. This approach ensures that users access the most current version of the publication and helps prevent accessibility issues associated with hosting non-compliant content.<\/p>\nCite and Link to Journals<\/h3>\n
When referencing journal articles, provide a proper citation. This often includes the author’s name, article title, journal title, volume and issue numbers, year of publication, and a DOI or URL. The citation style you use (AMA<\/a>, APA<\/a>, MLA<\/a>, or other citation style<\/a>) will determine the format of the information. Include a link to the DOI if available, otherwise provide a URL to help readers locate the source.<\/p>\nTip: most journal databases such as PubMed provide properly formatted citations that can be easily copied and pasted into your website. They often also provide the DOI url.<\/p>\n
What is a DOI?<\/h4>\n
A DOI (Digital Object Identifier)<\/a> is a unique and permanent link assigned to electronic sources. Unlike URLs, DOIs are static and provide a reliable way to locate sources even if they are moved. This would be the preferred link to use.<\/p>\n
\nHow to Verify a Journal’s Open Access Status<\/h2>\n
Adherence to legal and copyright regulations is essential when sharing published works to avoid infringement.<\/p>\n
You may only post a journal article if:<\/p>\n
\n- The creator(s) have dedicated it to the public domain, or<\/li>\n
- It is available under an open access license<\/strong> or similar open distribution method.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Open access<\/strong> is a publishing model that allows free online access to journal articles, enabling any user to read and use these works legally.<\/p>\nWebsite editors must ensure that any content shared complies with copyright laws and licensing terms.<\/strong><\/p>\nVerification Resources<\/h3>\n\n- Consult Directories, Repositories and Databases: <\/strong>Use reputable sources like the PubMed to verify if the journal is listed as Open Access.\n
\n- Reference the Health Sciences Library<\/a> for a wide variety of tools and resources.<\/li>\n
- Find your journal in a database such as PubMed, PLOS ONE, BioMed Central, and PeerJ and look for the copyright license and permissions.<\/li>\n
- Open Access Button<\/a>\u00a0is an excellent tool for checking the open access status of journal articles. On that website, enter the article’s title or DOI to check if it is freely available. This will find open access copies on publishers’ sites and in repositories.<\/li>\n
- Unpaywall<\/a>\u00a0is another great source for this information. If you have many articles to check, use\u00a0Unpaywall’s Simple Query Tool<\/a> to enter a list of DOIs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- Institutional Repositories<\/a>:<\/strong>\n
\n- Check if journals affiliated with our university or other institutions allow for self-archiving and dissemination of research articles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- Reference the Journal:<\/strong>\n
\n- Check for an open access or Creative Commons license<\/a> on the article itself.\n
Example of an Open Access attribution on a publication.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n- Check the Journal’s Website:<\/strong>\n
\n- Look for information on access policies, subscription details, and article availability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
\nSummary<\/h2>\n
To legally share published works on your website, respect copyright and licensing agreements, ensure proper citation, and link to the original sources. Following these guidelines will help you responsibly and legally share academic and journalistic content.<\/p>\n
\nGetting Help<\/h2>\n
If you have specific questions about particular articles or need assistance with permissions, contact the Scholarly Communications Office at UNC\u00a0 Libraries<\/a>. Their services<\/a> provide copyright information and education to students, faculty, and staff through consultations, presentations, and classes.<\/p>\n
\nOther Resources<\/h2>\n\n- Copyright basics<\/a> from UNC’s Health Sciences Library.<\/li>\n
- Additional copyright tools and resources<\/a> from the\u00a0UNC Health Sciences Library.<\/li>\n
- Scholarly Communications Office, UNC-CH Libraries<\/a> – provides copyright information and education to students, faculty, and staff through consultations, presentations, and classes.<\/li>\n
- Fair Use Analysis Worksheet from UNC Libraries<\/a> – This worksheet poses targeted questions to help users evaluate whether their intended use of copyrighted material qualifies as fair use.<\/li>\n
- Copyright and Fair Use Collection from UNC Libraries<\/a> – This collection from UNC Libraries offers a curated set of resources on copyright and fair use, including tools, guides, and worksheets to support users in navigating complex copyright issues.<\/li>\n
- Copyright Policy of The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill<\/a>.<\/li>\n
- Understanding copyright for journal authors<\/a> by Taylor and Francis.<\/li>\n
- Fair Use Basics from the Columbia University Copyright Advisory Office<\/a> – Explores the foundational principles of fair use in copyright law, including the four key factors used to assess whether a particular use qualifies as fair use.<\/li>\n
- Fair Use Evaluator<\/a> – This tool helps users determine whether their specific use of a copyrighted work might qualify as fair use under U.S. copyright law. It guides you through the evaluation process, generating a detailed record of your analysis for documentation purposes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
- \n
- To determine whether a particular use qualifies as fair, courts generally consider four factors: the purpose and character of the use, the nature of the copyrighted work, the amount and substantiality of the portion used, and the potential impact on the market for the original work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
\nLinking vs. Uploading Open Access Articles<\/h2>\n
Though open access articles are freely available to view, not all are licensed for reproduction<\/strong>. Combined with the fact that many of these PDFs and documents do not meet web accessibility standards, it\u2019s best to link to the source rather than upload or embed the content directly.<\/p>\n
Accessibility Issues<\/h3>\n
Web authors must ensure that any content hosted on a UNC website complies with accessibility guidelines<\/a>. According to UNC\u2019s Digital Accessibility Policy<\/a>, all digital content\u2014including PDFs and Word documents\u2014must be fully accessible.<\/p>\n
While open-access content can be shared freely, many open-access journal PDFs do not meet accessibility standards<\/strong>.<\/p>\n
Rather than redistributing documents directly, we recommend citing and linking<\/strong> to the source. This approach ensures that users access the most current version of the publication and helps prevent accessibility issues associated with hosting non-compliant content.<\/p>\n
Cite and Link to Journals<\/h3>\n
When referencing journal articles, provide a proper citation. This often includes the author’s name, article title, journal title, volume and issue numbers, year of publication, and a DOI or URL. The citation style you use (AMA<\/a>, APA<\/a>, MLA<\/a>, or other citation style<\/a>) will determine the format of the information. Include a link to the DOI if available, otherwise provide a URL to help readers locate the source.<\/p>\n
Tip: most journal databases such as PubMed provide properly formatted citations that can be easily copied and pasted into your website. They often also provide the DOI url.<\/p>\n
What is a DOI?<\/h4>\n
A DOI (Digital Object Identifier)<\/a> is a unique and permanent link assigned to electronic sources. Unlike URLs, DOIs are static and provide a reliable way to locate sources even if they are moved. This would be the preferred link to use.<\/p>\n
\nHow to Verify a Journal’s Open Access Status<\/h2>\n
Adherence to legal and copyright regulations is essential when sharing published works to avoid infringement.<\/p>\n
You may only post a journal article if:<\/p>\n
- \n
- The creator(s) have dedicated it to the public domain, or<\/li>\n
- It is available under an open access license<\/strong> or similar open distribution method.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Open access<\/strong> is a publishing model that allows free online access to journal articles, enabling any user to read and use these works legally.<\/p>\n
Website editors must ensure that any content shared complies with copyright laws and licensing terms.<\/strong><\/p>\n
Verification Resources<\/h3>\n
- \n
- Consult Directories, Repositories and Databases: <\/strong>Use reputable sources like the PubMed to verify if the journal is listed as Open Access.\n
- \n
- Reference the Health Sciences Library<\/a> for a wide variety of tools and resources.<\/li>\n
- Find your journal in a database such as PubMed, PLOS ONE, BioMed Central, and PeerJ and look for the copyright license and permissions.<\/li>\n
- Open Access Button<\/a>\u00a0is an excellent tool for checking the open access status of journal articles. On that website, enter the article’s title or DOI to check if it is freely available. This will find open access copies on publishers’ sites and in repositories.<\/li>\n
- Unpaywall<\/a>\u00a0is another great source for this information. If you have many articles to check, use\u00a0Unpaywall’s Simple Query Tool<\/a> to enter a list of DOIs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- Institutional Repositories<\/a>:<\/strong>\n
- \n
- Check if journals affiliated with our university or other institutions allow for self-archiving and dissemination of research articles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- Reference the Journal:<\/strong>\n
- \n
- Check for an open access or Creative Commons license<\/a> on the article itself.\n
Example of an Open Access attribution on a publication.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n - Check the Journal’s Website:<\/strong>\n
- \n
- Look for information on access policies, subscription details, and article availability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
\nSummary<\/h2>\n
To legally share published works on your website, respect copyright and licensing agreements, ensure proper citation, and link to the original sources. Following these guidelines will help you responsibly and legally share academic and journalistic content.<\/p>\n
\nGetting Help<\/h2>\n
If you have specific questions about particular articles or need assistance with permissions, contact the Scholarly Communications Office at UNC\u00a0 Libraries<\/a>. Their services<\/a> provide copyright information and education to students, faculty, and staff through consultations, presentations, and classes.<\/p>\n
\nOther Resources<\/h2>\n
- \n
- Copyright basics<\/a> from UNC’s Health Sciences Library.<\/li>\n
- Additional copyright tools and resources<\/a> from the\u00a0UNC Health Sciences Library.<\/li>\n
- Scholarly Communications Office, UNC-CH Libraries<\/a> – provides copyright information and education to students, faculty, and staff through consultations, presentations, and classes.<\/li>\n
- Fair Use Analysis Worksheet from UNC Libraries<\/a> – This worksheet poses targeted questions to help users evaluate whether their intended use of copyrighted material qualifies as fair use.<\/li>\n
- Copyright and Fair Use Collection from UNC Libraries<\/a> – This collection from UNC Libraries offers a curated set of resources on copyright and fair use, including tools, guides, and worksheets to support users in navigating complex copyright issues.<\/li>\n
- Copyright Policy of The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill<\/a>.<\/li>\n
- Understanding copyright for journal authors<\/a> by Taylor and Francis.<\/li>\n
- Fair Use Basics from the Columbia University Copyright Advisory Office<\/a> – Explores the foundational principles of fair use in copyright law, including the four key factors used to assess whether a particular use qualifies as fair use.<\/li>\n
- Fair Use Evaluator<\/a> – This tool helps users determine whether their specific use of a copyrighted work might qualify as fair use under U.S. copyright law. It guides you through the evaluation process, generating a detailed record of your analysis for documentation purposes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
- Additional copyright tools and resources<\/a> from the\u00a0UNC Health Sciences Library.<\/li>\n
- Copyright basics<\/a> from UNC’s Health Sciences Library.<\/li>\n
- Check the Journal’s Website:<\/strong>\n
- Check for an open access or Creative Commons license<\/a> on the article itself.\n
- Reference the Health Sciences Library<\/a> for a wide variety of tools and resources.<\/li>\n
- Consult Directories, Repositories and Databases: <\/strong>Use reputable sources like the PubMed to verify if the journal is listed as Open Access.\n