The materials published in KOHANIMEVIHIK constitute a body of knowledge collected and systematically organised through several years of research.
The author wishes to make the research findings accessible to society while emphasising the importance of recognising the value of independent research. These terms clarify when proper citation is sufficient and when a separate agreement is required.
Use with Proper Citation
Local history researchers, teachers, students, associations, museums and other interested parties may use facts, short quotations and the author’s views in scholarly, educational and public discussions, provided that they give proper citations and remain within the extent justified by the purpose under copyright law.
Such use requires neither separate permission nor payment. Voluntary support through the SUPPORT link on the website is welcome, but is not a condition of use and does not grant a licence.
When Is a Separate Agreement Required?
A separate agreement may be necessary, particularly in the following situations, where copyrighted materials are used beyond the scope permitted by statutory exceptions:
- Systematic use in dictionaries and databases of place names or cultural heritage;
- Reproduction of entire works, illustrations or substantial datasets in publishing and exhibition projects;
- Use on maps, in digital applications or on paid-access websites as part of a product or service;
- Use in research or development projects involving substantial reproduction of articles, datasets or illustrations rather than merely quoting them.
The use of individual facts, short quotations and proper citations does not require permission solely because the user is an institution, museum or research project.
Licences
The scope of the right to use the materials depends on the purpose, extent and nature of the intended use. A licence may cover:
- Use of copyrighted research materials or parts thereof;
- Use of a specific article;
- Use of materials relating to a selected subject area;
- Use of a substantial dataset;
- Consultation with the author.
Individual Agreements
Each case of professional use exceeding the scope of permitted free use will be considered individually.
The purpose of such agreements is not to restrict the dissemination of knowledge, but to ensure that the results of long-term research are used transparently, appropriately and with respect for the author.
Additional Information
For further information, please contact info@kohanimevihik.ee or call +46 70 06 25 081.