WSI's Content Usage & Copyright Policy

This page delineates the content usage and copyright policy of WSI, underscoring its vitality and prominence within our operations. It will provide marketers, agencies, individuals, and companies with necessary information about our approach to copyright and guidelines for usage of our copyrighted materials.

WSI's Content Usage: Scope and Policy

WSI routinely creates a diverse range of content, including but not limited to ebooks, blogs, webinars, videos, and infographics. These materials, addressing various industry-related topics, the WSI brand, and our services, serve as essential sales and lead generation tools. The purpose of our copyright policy is to specify the terms and conditions that guide the use of such content, ensuring understanding and adherence to our established guidelines.

Understanding Copyright and Infringement

Our copyright policy is a framework designed to safeguard our original works, outlining the legitimate use of copyrighted materials while respecting intellectual property rights. It is crucial to understand that copyright infringement—the unauthorized use of a copyrighted work—violates the unique rights granted to the copyright owner, potentially leading to legal repercussions.

WSI's Copyright Stance

All materials on WSIWorld.com, referred to hereafter as "the Site," are shielded by applicable intellectual property, trademark, and copyright laws. WSI holds and retains all copyrights in the content found on the Site, which remains the exclusive property of WSI. Unless explicitly permitted on the Site, our content may not be duplicated, adapted, published, uploaded, posted, performed, distributed, or otherwise used. By accessing the Site, you commit not to modify, rent, lease, sell, distribute, broadcast, or create derivative works based on our content or the Site, either partially or entirely.

Copyright Attribution and Plagiarism

When utilizing content produced by WSI, individuals are obligated to credit the original source. Translators may note their involvement as "Translated by (Translator's Name)" but cannot claim ownership or authorship of the content. WSI's content must retain all copyright and ownership information unaltered.

The act of plagiarism—representing someone else's work as your own without due acknowledgment—is deemed illegal and equates to copyright infringement if it involves any content created by WSI.

Content Attribution and Image Usage Guidelines

WSI-branded content resources must bear the copyright tagline:

Copyright ©Year WSI. All Rights Reserved.

Regarding image usage, WSI is not liable for any problems arising from the use of unauthorized images. The reuse of WSI images for unsanctioned purposes is prohibited.

Contacting WSI for Copyright Inquiries

For any inquiries or requests for further clarification on WSI’s copyright policy, we encourage you to reach out to us at policy@wsiworld.com or by postal mail at the following address:

Privacy Officer, WSI
91 Skyway Avenue, Suite 104
Etobicoke, Ontario
Canada
M9W 6R5M

WSI is committed to promptly addressing your concerns with due diligence.