Anonymous Rights Clearance at the Speed of NewsResources
UGC licensing, clearance,
and the deals behind the content.
Practical guides and industry insight for journalists, producers, and rights holders navigating content clearance.
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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IndustrySep 15, 2025
The Clearance Paradox: Why Reaching Out to License Can Hurt Your Fair Use Defense
Licensing third-party content seems like the responsible thing to do. But the act of reaching out can actually weaken your fair use argument if the deal falls through. Here's why — and how to navigate it.
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