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Hi,
I'm wondering if I could copy/take a content or specific information from some dating site in the USA and put to my own dating site database? The content is what the members of that site wrote, for example their profile etc.
Is it legal?
Thank you for all answers!
Regards,
Thomas.
Generally, any content or information you copy from another website would constitute copyright infringement. Damages for copyright infringement are not insubstantial, especially if the copyright is registered.
Moreover, doing so may violate that website's terms of use, which could expose you potential damages for breach of contract.
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Dan Pepper
Expertise
I can answer questions regarding all forms of Internet, technology, and multimedia law. Specific areas may include: website terms and conditions, privacy policies, copyright, trademark, domain name disputes, software and technology licensing, and website and software development agreements. More information can be found at informationlaw.com.
Experience
I've practiced law since 1994, representing dozens of ecommerce, Internet, and software companies.
Organizations
NJ State Bar Association
PA State Bar Association
American Bar Association
American Corporate Counsel Association
Internet & Computer Law Committee of the New Jersey State Bar Association
Somerset County Business Partnership
Philadelphia Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts
National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences
Licensing Executives Society
Free Speech Coalition
Board of Advisors, Stevens Institute of Technology Communications
Education/Credentials
BA, Political Science; JD.
Past/Present Clients
Oracle Corporation, BEA Systems
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