Hi, I have a website where i put large collection of newspaper advertisements (scan and post) that are published already.Is it legal to put those ads on my website for reference? All are for reference and for information purpose only.so let me know please.
Most likely not. The fact that you do not (apparently) charge or the fact that you are offering them for reference only or that they are previously published matters not one darn bit. You likely require permission first. Do not (if you are) fall into the trap of thinking if you are offering research materials and/or not making a profit, you are free to post. You need written permission any time you post such materials on your web site.
Nope. Not unless the owners of the materials say using it is ok with attribution. Until you have written permission, do not use the material. that is called theft.