Understand Content Ownership And Attribution Before Reposting

SmarterQueue lets you curate content from external sources, including importing posts from social profiles beyond your own, blogs, YouTube, news sites, and Google Alerts in Find Content, or adding images from links in the Post Editor.

When doing so, it’s important to understand content ownership, copyright rules, and best practices for proper attribution. These guidelines help you share content responsibly while maintaining positive relationships with content creators.

What You Need to Know About Content Ownership

  1. Original content is protected by copyright – Most articles, images, and videos are automatically copyrighted by their creators.
  2. Fair use varies by platform and content type – Sharing guidelines differ across social platforms and content types (text, images, videos, etc.).
  3. Public domain and Creative Commons content – Some content is free to share but may require attribution based on the license.

Best Practices for Attribution When Reposting

  1. Tag or mention the original creator – When sharing social media posts, always tag the original account when possible.
  2. Include a credit line – If reposting an article, quote, or image, credit the original source in the caption or post.
  3. Check content licenses – Before reposting, verify if the content is free to share or requires permission.
  4. Obtain explicit permission when needed – If unsure about usage rights, contact the content creator and request permission.

What Happens If You Don’t Give Proper Credit?

  • Platforms may remove your post for violating copyright policies.
  • Your account may be flagged or restricted for repeated violations.
  • The original creator can issue a takedown request, leading to content removal.
  • Failure to attribute can harm your credibility and relationships with content creators.
  • In some cases, copyright holders may take legal action, which could result in financial claims, content removal, or other legal consequences.

SmarterQueue provides tools for discovering and importing content, but users are responsible for ensuring they have the necessary rights and permissions before sharing. To avoid potential issues, we encourage reviewing content ownership guidelines. By following these best practices, you can safely and ethically share external content while respecting creators' rights