Sellers are responsible for finding out if the media they’re planning to sell is protected by copyright. This includes things like music, movies, and photos.

Media no longer protected by copyright are sometimes called public domain media.

You can list public domain media that were originally created or released on or before December 31, 1971, as long as your listing includes both of the following details:

• The date (day, month, and year) the media was first created or released

• The date (day, month, and year) it became part of the public domain

However, we don't allow listings for public domain media that were created or released in 1972 or later.

Make sure your listing follows these guidelines. If it doesn't, it may be removed, and you may be subject to a range of other actions, including restrictions of your buying and selling privileges and suspension of your account.

Be sure to report listings that offer unauthorized copies of media.