Selling Dvds On Ebay
Summary
Reselling legally purchased DVDs on eBay is generally legal under the first sale doctrine. Bootleg copies, however, violate copyright laws. Buying bootlegs supports piracy but typically doesnt result in legal consequences for the buyer. The Internet Archive operates legally by archiving public domain content, obtaining permissions, and claiming fair use.Full Conversation
How is selling DVDs on Ebay legal?
Hi Sean, I can provide some general information on this topic.
Selling DVDs on eBay is generally legal if:
- The DVDs are original and not pirated copies.
- You own the DVDs and are reselling them.
- You comply with eBay's policies and local laws on selling media.
Are you concerned about anything specific regarding selling DVDs on eBay?
Selling DVDs on eBay is generally legal if:
- The DVDs are original and not pirated copies.
- You own the DVDs and are reselling them.
- You comply with eBay's policies and local laws on selling media.
Are you concerned about anything specific regarding selling DVDs on eBay?
I mean how is it not a copyright violation?
Hi Sean,
Selling DVDs on eBay is not a copyright violation if:
- The DVDs are original, legally purchased copies.
- You are the legal owner of the DVDs and are reselling them.
- You are not making illegal copies or distributing pirated versions.
Are you selling new or used DVDs?
Selling DVDs on eBay is not a copyright violation if:
- The DVDs are original, legally purchased copies.
- You are the legal owner of the DVDs and are reselling them.
- You are not making illegal copies or distributing pirated versions.
Are you selling new or used DVDs?
What do you mean by “legal owner”?
Hi Sean,
A "legal owner" refers to someone who lawfully owns the DVDs, meaning you purchased them legally and have the right to resell them. This ownership is typically proven by a receipt or proof of purchase.
Are you the original purchaser of the DVDs you're looking to sell?
A "legal owner" refers to someone who lawfully owns the DVDs, meaning you purchased them legally and have the right to resell them. This ownership is typically proven by a receipt or proof of purchase.
Are you the original purchaser of the DVDs you're looking to sell?
So if I bought a Disney movie DVD from Walmart and resold it on Ebay that’s legal?
Hi Sean,
Yes, reselling a Disney movie DVD you purchased from Walmart on eBay is generally legal if:
- The DVD is an original, legally purchased copy.
- You are the legal owner of the DVD (you bought it from Walmart).
- You comply with eBay's policies and local laws.
Is there anything more specific you're worried about?
Yes, reselling a Disney movie DVD you purchased from Walmart on eBay is generally legal if:
- The DVD is an original, legally purchased copy.
- You are the legal owner of the DVD (you bought it from Walmart).
- You comply with eBay's policies and local laws.
Is there anything more specific you're worried about?
So it’s not copyright infringement if I buy the DVD and sell it on a used site?
Hi Sean,
No, it is not copyright infringement if you buy a DVD and sell it on a used site because:
- You legally purchased the DVD.
- You are reselling the original, not making illegal copies.
- This falls under the "first sale doctrine" in U.S. copyright law.
Is there anything else you need help with?
No, it is not copyright infringement if you buy a DVD and sell it on a used site because:
- You legally purchased the DVD.
- You are reselling the original, not making illegal copies.
- This falls under the "first sale doctrine" in U.S. copyright law.
Is there anything else you need help with?
Now why are people selling bootleg DVDs and Blu-rays of Disney shows that haven’t made proper home media releases?
Hi Sean,
People sell bootleg DVDs and Blu-rays of Disney shows not officially released because:
- They exploit the demand from fans who want physical copies.
- They operate illegally, violating copyright laws.
- Enforcement against piracy can be challenging.
Are you concerned about specific legal repercussions related to this issue?
People sell bootleg DVDs and Blu-rays of Disney shows not officially released because:
- They exploit the demand from fans who want physical copies.
- They operate illegally, violating copyright laws.
- Enforcement against piracy can be challenging.
Are you concerned about specific legal repercussions related to this issue?
I don’t think it’s really piracy because Disney never made them available to purchase in the first place, they only aired on TV. But yeah they are still doing it without permission.
Hi Sean,
Unauthorized copying and selling of TV-aired content, even if not officially released, is still considered piracy. Copyright law protects the content regardless of the release format.
Are you concerned about any potential legal repercussions if you were to sell such bootleg copies?
Unauthorized copying and selling of TV-aired content, even if not officially released, is still considered piracy. Copyright law protects the content regardless of the release format.
Are you concerned about any potential legal repercussions if you were to sell such bootleg copies?
I don’t sell bootleg copies, however what if I bought one?
Hi Sean,
If you buy a bootleg DVD, you are not committing a crime by simply purchasing it. However, be aware:
- **Possession**: While possession isn't typically illegal, it may indicate support for piracy.
- **Resale**: Selling bootleg copies is illegal and can lead to legal repercussions.
Is there anything specific you're worried about regarding buying bootleg copies?
If you buy a bootleg DVD, you are not committing a crime by simply purchasing it. However, be aware:
- **Possession**: While possession isn't typically illegal, it may indicate support for piracy.
- **Resale**: Selling bootleg copies is illegal and can lead to legal repercussions.
Is there anything specific you're worried about regarding buying bootleg copies?
Does this make piracy a gray area when it comes to buying unauthorized copies?
Hi Sean,
Buying unauthorized copies (bootlegs) doesn't make piracy a gray area. Piracy remains illegal because:
- **Copyright Infringement**: Unauthorized copies violate copyright laws.
- **Support for Piracy**: Purchasing bootlegs supports illegal activities.
- **Resale is Illegal**: Selling bootleg copies leads to legal consequences.
Are you concerned about any specific legal issues related to buying bootleg copies?
Buying unauthorized copies (bootlegs) doesn't make piracy a gray area. Piracy remains illegal because:
- **Copyright Infringement**: Unauthorized copies violate copyright laws.
- **Support for Piracy**: Purchasing bootlegs supports illegal activities.
- **Resale is Illegal**: Selling bootleg copies leads to legal consequences.
Are you concerned about any specific legal issues related to buying bootleg copies?
No I mean buying not selling it
Hi Sean,
Buying bootleg copies is still problematic because:
- **Copyright Violation**: Purchasing bootlegs involves engaging with illegally distributed content.
- **Support for Piracy**: Buying bootlegs supports and encourages illegal activities.
Are you concerned about any legal consequences from buying these bootleg DVDs?
Buying bootleg copies is still problematic because:
- **Copyright Violation**: Purchasing bootlegs involves engaging with illegally distributed content.
- **Support for Piracy**: Buying bootlegs supports and encourages illegal activities.
Are you concerned about any legal consequences from buying these bootleg DVDs?
But I’m not the pirate that’s why I asked if it becomes a gray area on my end
Hi Sean,
Buying bootleg DVDs supports piracy even if you are not the one making or selling them. However, merely purchasing them typically doesn't result in legal consequences for the buyer. Are you worried about any particular legal issue or consequence from buying these DVDs?
Buying bootleg DVDs supports piracy even if you are not the one making or selling them. However, merely purchasing them typically doesn't result in legal consequences for the buyer. Are you worried about any particular legal issue or consequence from buying these DVDs?
And why is Internet Archive legal?
Hi Sean,
The Internet Archive operates legally due to:
- **Fair Use**: They claim fair use for digitizing and providing access to certain materials.
- **Permissions**: They obtain permissions or licenses for content where necessary.
- **Public Domain**: They archive materials that are in the public domain.
Is there a specific concern you have about the Internet Archive's practices?
The Internet Archive operates legally due to:
- **Fair Use**: They claim fair use for digitizing and providing access to certain materials.
- **Permissions**: They obtain permissions or licenses for content where necessary.
- **Public Domain**: They archive materials that are in the public domain.
Is there a specific concern you have about the Internet Archive's practices?
Is it also because it’s a place for recovering lost media?
Hi Sean,
Yes, the Internet Archive is also considered legal because it helps recover and preserve lost media by:
- **Archiving Public Domain Content**: It preserves materials that are no longer under copyright.
- **Digitizing Rare Materials**: It maintains and provides access to rare or out-of-print media.
- **Non-Commercial Use**: It typically operates for educational and non-commercial purposes.
Is there any particular type of media you are interested in?
Yes, the Internet Archive is also considered legal because it helps recover and preserve lost media by:
- **Archiving Public Domain Content**: It preserves materials that are no longer under copyright.
- **Digitizing Rare Materials**: It maintains and provides access to rare or out-of-print media.
- **Non-Commercial Use**: It typically operates for educational and non-commercial purposes.
Is there any particular type of media you are interested in?
Ok good because lost media is fascinating and needs a place to have its resurfaced recovery take place.
Hi Sean, I'm glad you find lost media fascinating! The Internet Archive indeed plays a crucial role in preserving and making such content accessible. Is there any specific lost media or legal concern you have that you'd like to discuss further?
Lost tv episodes and films, commercials, banned media, and out of print albums.
Hi Sean,
Lost media, such as TV episodes, films, commercials, banned media, and out-of-print albums, can be fascinating. Here's some general information on how the preservation and sharing of such media can be legally approached:
- **Public Domain**: Materials no longer under copyright can be freely shared.
- **Fair Use**: Limited use for commentary, criticism, or educational purposes might be allowed.
- **Permissions**: Obtaining permission from copyright holders to share content legally.
- **Archival Collections**: Non-commercial archives often preserve and provide access to rare or out-of-print media.
Is there a specific type of lost media you're curious about, or do you have any legal concerns related to it?
Lost media, such as TV episodes, films, commercials, banned media, and out-of-print albums, can be fascinating. Here's some general information on how the preservation and sharing of such media can be legally approached:
- **Public Domain**: Materials no longer under copyright can be freely shared.
- **Fair Use**: Limited use for commentary, criticism, or educational purposes might be allowed.
- **Permissions**: Obtaining permission from copyright holders to share content legally.
- **Archival Collections**: Non-commercial archives often preserve and provide access to rare or out-of-print media.
Is there a specific type of lost media you're curious about, or do you have any legal concerns related to it?