Seoul: Yonhap News Agency has issued a clear mandate regarding the usage of its content, emphasizing strict adherence to its ownership rights. The agency clarifies that all information, including articles, photographs, graphics, audio and video images, and illustrations, is owned by Yonhap News Agency.
According to Yonhap News Agency, the use of its content is strictly limited to personal and noncommercial purposes. Any other usage requires written consent from the agency. The agency warns that any violations of these guidelines could lead to compensation claims or civil and criminal lawsuits.
Requests for content usage beyond personal and noncommercial purposes should be directed to Yonhap's Information Business Department. The agency provides contact numbers for such requests, which are 82-2-398-3557 or 82-2-398-3552. This move underscores the agency's commitment to protecting its intellectual property rights.