Licensing Questions
Below are the most common questions about licences on Art Licence Studio.
Direct checkout currently supports non-exclusive digital licences for approved 2D artwork and self-contained GLB files. Contact support before ordering if you need exclusive rights, physical products, print-on-demand, 3D printing, another 3D format, trademark use or custom terms.
Who owns the copyright after a licence is purchased?
The artist retains copyright unless a separate signed agreement says otherwise. Buyers receive only the usage rights stated in the issued licence; the initial paid checkout does not transfer copyright or grant exclusive/custom rights.
Which licence scopes are available in the first paid release?
Direct checkout supports non-exclusive digital licences for approved 2D artwork and self-contained GLB files. Before payment, checkout and the licence certificate show where, how and for how long the artwork may be used. Contact support for campaign, merchandising, broadcast, exclusive, physical-production, 3D-printing, other 3D-format or custom terms.
Can I edit or adapt the artwork?
Unless restricted, light edits (crop, resize, colour correction) are allowed. Transformative edits or derivative works require permission in the licence or the artist’s written approval.
Is sub‑licensing allowed?
No, unless explicitly granted. Agencies working on behalf of clients should list the end client in the project and transfer the licence where supported.
Can I use licensed art in paid advertising?
Only if the issued licence expressly covers the intended advertising use. Broader campaign, national, broadcast, out-of-home or merchandising uses are not automatically available through initial direct checkout; contact support before ordering if the scope is unclear.
Can I use licensed art in a logo or trademark?
No. Initial paid licences do not allow trademark registration, logo ownership or exclusive rights. Any trademark or logo use would need a separate approved agreement before relying on it.
How does attribution work?
Attribution is encouraged and sometimes required by the licence. Where possible, credit the artist by name and link to their profile.
What happens if there is a rights dispute?
Contact support immediately. We will review evidence, pause access where needed and follow our dispute policy. Good‑faith buyers will be guided towards a resolution or refund.