Copyright Information

1. Copyright Information

This article provides a comprehensive overview of copyright information as it pertains to content contributed to this wiki. Understanding copyright is crucial for both contributors and users to ensure legal compliance and respect for intellectual property. This guide is intended for beginners and aims to demystify the often complex world of copyright law.

What is Copyright?

Copyright is a legal right granted to the creator of original works of authorship, including literary, dramatic, musical, and certain other intellectual works. This right gives the creator exclusive control over how their work is used, copied, distributed, adapted, and publicly displayed. In essence, copyright protects the *expression* of an idea, not the idea itself. For example, the *idea* of a trading strategy based on Moving Averages is not copyrightable, but the *specific wording and presentation* of that strategy in a written guide *is* copyrightable.

Copyright automatically exists the moment an original work is fixed in a tangible medium of expression – meaning it's written down, recorded, or otherwise saved in a permanent form. You don't need to register your work with a copyright office (though registration offers certain legal advantages, especially for enforcement).

Copyright and This Wiki

All content contributed to this wiki is subject to copyright. However, the specific license governing that copyright is vitally important. This wiki operates under a specific licensing scheme, which is detailed below. Understanding this license determines how you can use the content found here, and how your contributions will be licensed.

Licensing: Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported (CC BY-SA 3.0)

This wiki’s content is primarily licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License. This is a very common and permissive license, but it does come with specific requirements. Let's break down what that means:

• **Attribution (BY):** If you use content from this wiki, you *must* give appropriate credit to the original author(s). This typically involves including a link back to the original wiki page. The specific form of attribution may vary, but it must be reasonable and clearly indicate the source. A simple statement like “Adapted from PageName on [Wiki Name]” is often sufficient. Remember to also acknowledge the license itself (CC BY-SA 3.0).
• **ShareAlike (SA):** If you modify or build upon content from this wiki, you *must* distribute your derivative work under the same license (CC BY-SA 3.0). This ensures that any changes or additions you make also remain freely available for others to use and adapt, maintaining the "copyleft" nature of the license. You cannot, for instance, take an article from here, modify it, and then publish it under a proprietary license.
• **Unported:** This means the license applies regardless of the country.

Essentially, this license allows you to freely use, share, and adapt the content, as long as you attribute the original authors and share your modifications under the same license.

What Does This Mean for Contributors?

When you contribute content to this wiki, you are granting a license to others to use your work under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported License. This means:

• **You retain copyright:** You still own the copyright to your contributions. You are simply granting a license to others to use it.
• **Your contributions are freely available:** Your work will become publicly accessible and can be used by anyone, provided they adhere to the license terms.
• **You are responsible for the copyright of your contributions:** You must ensure that your contributions are original or that you have the necessary permissions to use any copyrighted material included within them. *Do not copy and paste content from other websites or sources without proper attribution and permission.* This is a serious violation of copyright law and wiki policy.
• **Consider using public domain resources:** If possible, base your contributions on information from sources in the Public Domain, which are not subject to copyright restrictions.
• **Be mindful of images:** Images are also subject to copyright. Only upload images that you own the copyright to, or that are licensed under a compatible license (like CC BY-SA 3.0 or a similar permissive license). Using images found on Google Images without verifying their licensing status is a common mistake.

What Doesn't Fall Under Copyright?

Certain types of information are not protected by copyright:

• **Facts:** Facts themselves are not copyrightable. However, the *expression* of those facts can be. For example, the fact that the Relative Strength Index (RSI) is a momentum oscillator is not copyrightable, but a detailed explanation of how to calculate and interpret the RSI *is*.
• **Ideas:** As mentioned earlier, ideas are not copyrightable. Only the way those ideas are expressed is protected. A concept like Fibonacci retracement levels is an idea, not a copyrightable work.
• **Common Phrases and Short Expressions:** Short phrases like "Buy low, sell high" are generally not copyrightable.
• **Laws and Regulations:** Government documents, laws, and regulations are typically in the public domain.
• **Mathematical Formulas:** Mathematical formulas are generally not copyrightable.

Avoiding Copyright Infringement

Here are some practical steps to avoid copyright infringement when contributing to this wiki:

• **Write original content:** The best way to avoid copyright issues is to write your own original content.
• **Properly attribute sources:** If you use information from other sources, always cite them clearly and accurately. Provide a link to the original source whenever possible. This is especially important when discussing concepts like Elliott Wave Theory or Ichimoku Cloud.
• **Use public domain resources:** Utilize materials that are in the public domain whenever feasible.
• **Obtain permission:** If you want to use copyrighted material that doesn't fall under fair use or a compatible license, obtain permission from the copyright holder.
• **Fair Use:** This is a complex doctrine that allows limited use of copyrighted material without permission for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research. However, fair use is highly fact-specific, and it's often difficult to determine whether a particular use qualifies. It’s best to err on the side of caution.
• **Don't copy and paste:** Avoid copying and pasting large blocks of text from other websites. Summarize and paraphrase information in your own words.
• **Check image licenses:** Before uploading an image, verify its licensing status. Use reputable sources for images, such as Wikimedia Commons, which offers a wide range of freely licensed images.
• **Understand derivative works:** If you're modifying existing content, be aware of the licensing requirements. Your modifications must also be licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0. For instance, if you’re building on an existing article about Bollinger Bands, your additions need to adhere to the same license.

Dealing with Copyright Violations

If you believe that content on this wiki infringes your copyright, please contact the administrators immediately. We have a process for handling copyright complaints, which typically involves removing or modifying the infringing content. We take copyright violations seriously and are committed to protecting intellectual property rights.

Linking to External Websites

Linking to external websites is generally permissible, but it does not imply endorsement of the linked content. You are responsible for the content of any external websites you link to. Avoid linking to websites that contain illegal or infringing material. When discussing external resources related to Candlestick Patterns or Harmonic Patterns, always provide a disclaimer stating that you are not responsible for the content of those sites.

Copyright and Code Examples

If you include code examples in your contributions, be mindful of the licensing terms of the code. If the code is licensed under a compatible license (like MIT or Apache 2.0), you can include it. However, if the code is proprietary, you may need to obtain permission from the copyright holder. This is especially relevant when discussing automated trading strategies or Technical Indicators.

Copyright and Data

Data sets can also be subject to copyright, particularly if they have been compiled with significant creativity and effort. If you use data sets in your contributions, be sure to cite the source and verify the licensing terms. For example, if you’re using historical price data for Backtesting, acknowledge the data provider.

Resources for Further Information

• Creative Commons: [1]
• United States Copyright Office: [2]
• World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO): [3]
• Stanford Copyright & Fair Use: [4]
• Copyright Alliance: [5]
• Understanding Copyright: [6]
• Creative Commons Licenses: [7]
• Copyright Enforcement: [8]
• Intellectual Property Rights: [9]
• Fair Use Guidelines: [10]
• Public Domain Resources: [11]
• Open Source Licenses: [12]
• Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA): [13]
• Copyright and the Internet: [14]
• Copyright Law Basics: [15]
• Copyright Infringement: [16]
• How to Attribute Creative Commons Material: [17]
• Understanding ShareAlike Licenses: [18]
• The Importance of Copyright Registration: [19]
• Using Copyrighted Material in Education: [20]
• Copyright and Social Media: [21]
• Copyright and Online Content: [22]
• Copyright and Blogging: [23]
• Protecting Your Intellectual Property: [24]
• Copyright for Beginners: [25]
• Copyright and Trademark Differences: [26]
• Copyright and Patent Differences: [27]
• DMCA Takedown Notice: [28]

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