Making banners using anime characters ?

Discussion in 'Legal Issues' started by z80039, Feb 4, 2009.

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    I wanted to know if making a header for a site or a banner using anime characters like Naruto , Bleach etcs is legal or not ?
    Any copyright issues ?

    Thanks
     
    z80039, Feb 4, 2009 IP
  2. druidelder

    druidelder Peon

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    Drawings of your own or pictures from the net? If they are pictures from the net it is illegal without first obtaining permission. If they are your own (or a friends) drawings, then there are certain conditions where it could be legal and many where it would not.

    However, most anime studios are very nice about giving permission to use the images on a fansite (particullarly the studio that puts out Bleach and Naruto). I would ask them for permission and if they grant it you wil be legal.
     
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    Lazybuttons Active Member

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    Anime companies, production staff, web hosts, and site viewers don't usually mind.

    The one thing that is taboo however is using fan art. It's not illegal, but many people who view your site will frown. A lot.
     
    Lazybuttons, Feb 7, 2009 IP