Copyright Information & Fair Use

Last updated: 01-01-2025

At Collectif, we are committed to respecting and upholding the intellectual property rights of the artists, writers, and creators whose work is featured on our platform. To ensure a clear understanding of how content on Collectif may be used, we outline our policies below:

Public Domain and Copyrighted Content

Where possible, Collectif uses images and texts that are in the public domain or have been made freely available under institutional open access programs. Public domain content may generally be used for study, research, and personal enjoyment. However, users should verify the copyright status of any materials before reproducing them.

For copyrighted works, Collectif operates under the principles of educational fair use. These images and texts are made available solely for informational, educational, and scholarly purposes. They are not intended for commercial use and should not be copied, reproduced, printed, or otherwise distributed without the explicit consent of the copyright holder.

Fair Use Principles

Collectif adheres to the following rationale when displaying copyrighted materials:

• The content represents historically significant works of art or text.

• The material is used exclusively for educational, research, or critical commentary purposes.

• The content is widely accessible elsewhere on the internet.

• When applicable, images are displayed in low-resolution formats unsuitable for commercial reproduction.

Original Content by Collectif

Collectif’s own editorial content—such as artist profiles, essays, exhibition reviews, and curated selections—is copyrighted. This original material is made available to educate and inspire, but it may not be reproduced, distributed, or republished without our prior written consent.

If you are an educator or scholar interested in using our original content for teaching or research purposes, please contact us at [your contact email] to discuss licensing options or permissions.

Contact and Inquiries

We are dedicated to fostering an environment where art and information can be shared responsibly. If you have questions about using materials found on Collectif, or if you believe we have inadvertently used content in violation of your copyright, please reach out to us at hello@collectif.art.

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you should discontinue your use of Collectif.art immediately.