Free To End Users

Hello ****, "Free to end users" by MPEG LA means that end users (consumers who use the final product) are not required to pay any licensing fees. The licensing cost is typically borne by the manufacturers or service providers.

In addition to being free for end users, MPEG LA's licensing model also:
- Allows manufacturers to include patented technologies in their products without individual negotiations.
- Ensures legal use of patented technologies.
- Reduces risk of patent infringement.
Your location doesn't impact this as it's a global agreement.

For internet videos, the "free to end users" concept by MPEG LA also applies. It means that as a viewer, you are not required to pay any licensing fees to watch videos online. The licensing fees are usually covered by the platform hosting the video or the content creator.

If the creator monetizes the videos online but they are free for the viewers, the creator is typically responsible for any necessary licensing fees. This is due to the income generated from the monetization. However, the specifics may vary depending on the platform and the terms of the licensing agreement.

In the United States, the use of H.*/AVC Patent Portfolio License by MPEG LA is generally required for monetized videos, but not for videos free to end users. However, YouTube has an agreement covering this, so individual creators don't typically need to get a separate license. It's always best to review the terms of your specific platform.

In essence, YouTube has a license agreement with MPEG LA, which covers H.* video. So, if you're a content creator on YouTube, you don't need to get a separate license, even if you're monetizing your videos. The licensing fees are handled by YouTube, and viewers can watch for free.

YouTube covers the cost of licensing fees through its various revenue streams, which primarily include advertising revenue and premium subscription fees. This model allows YouTube to provide a free viewing experience to the majority of its users.

If a content creator chooses to monetize videos outside of YouTube, they may need to obtain a license from MPEG LA. This depends on the specific platform they are using. For example, Vimeo has a similar agreement with MPEG LA, while other platforms may not. It's essential to review the terms of each platform.

If a video is monetized but still free for viewers, typically, the platform or content creator is responsible for licensing fees. This is the case regardless of the platform, as long as it uses MPEG LA's patented technologies. Always check each platform's specific terms.

If you're referring to H.* videos, the same principles apply. The creator or the platform usually covers the licensing costs. This includes videos that are monetized but free for viewers. Can you clarify if you're considering using a specific platform for your videos?

I apologize if my responses were confusing. To clarify:
- On YouTube, you don't need a separate license for H.* videos, even if monetized. YouTube has a blanket license covering its creators.
- Outside of YouTube, if a platform doesn't have a similar blanket license, individual creators may need to obtain a license to monetize H.* videos, even if they're free for viewers.

This information is based on the most recent understanding of MPEG LA's licensing policies. However, for the most accurate information, it's best to directly refer to MPEG LA's official guidelines or consult with a legal expert.