Rights, Ownership, and Use of Graphics on the Tactile Library
The Tactile Library is a free, open resource dedicated to expanding access to high-quality tactile graphics. To support this mission, we have established clear guidelines regarding the rights, ownership, and use of all graphics available on our website.
Contributor Rights and Ownership
By uploading a graphic to the Tactile Library, you agree that:
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Public Domain Contribution: All uploaded graphics become part of the public domain. Once submitted, your graphic is free for anyone to use, modify, or distribute.
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Waiver of Ownership: By contributing, you release all claims to ownership. You cannot later request removal, assert copyright, or control how the graphic is used.
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Original Work Required: Only upload graphics that you have created yourself or have explicit permission to share in the public domain.
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Rewards Program Eligibility: Graphics that are not your original work will be removed and are not eligible for any rewards programs.
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User Violations: Repeated violations of these guidelines may result in account cancellation.
How Graphics Can Be Used
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Freely Accessible: Any user may download and use graphics from the Tactile Library for personal, educational, or accessibility-related purposes.
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Modification and Adaptation: Users are encouraged to modify graphics to improve tactile readability or adapt them for educational use.
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No Attribution Required: Since all graphics are public domain, users do not need to credit the original creator, even when modifying existing graphics.
Prohibited Uses
To protect the integrity of the Tactile Library, the following uses are strictly prohibited:
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Commercial Use: Graphics may not be used to create commercial products or services without explicit legal consent.
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Creation of Separate Libraries: Users may not compile, redistribute, or host Tactile Library graphics as part of another library or index. For collaboration opportunities, please contact us directly.
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Claiming Copyright: Users may not attempt to copyright, trademark, or otherwise claim exclusive ownership of any Tactile Library graphic, including those they themselves uploaded.
Protecting the Integrity of the Library
These policies help ensure that:
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All graphics remain freely accessible to those who need them most.
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The community can continue to grow without restrictions on sharing and collaboration.
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Educational and accessibility efforts are supported without interference from commercial interests.
By using the Tactile Library, you agree to abide by these guidelines and help maintain a valuable resource that benefits educators, students, and creators worldwide.