Anonymous Rights Clearance at the Speed of NewsSMResources
UGC licensing, clearance,
and the deals behind the content.
Practical guides and industry insight for journalists, producers, and rights holders navigating content clearance.
IndustryJun 14, 2026
Why the Current System for Licensing User-Generated Content Is Broken
News organizations and creators both lose under today's informal social-media licensing process. Here's how a better system can benefit everyone.
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GuideMay 2, 2026
The Journalist's Guide to UGC Rights Clearance
Everything journalists and producers need to know about clearing user-generated content - from who owns it, to when to license it, to how to protect yourself legally.
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GuideOct 8, 2025
How to License TikTok, Instagram & YouTube Videos for News Coverage
A step-by-step guide to licensing user-generated video content from social platforms for broadcast and digital news coverage — what you need, how long it takes, and what can go wrong.
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