Copyrights

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Display & Video 360 users must comply with this Google Ads policy. Visit the Display & Video 360 help center for additional restrictions.

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We abide by local copyright laws and protect the rights of copyright holders, so we don’t allow ads that are unauthorized to use copyrighted content. If you are legally authorized to use copyrighted content, apply for certification (or here for DV360) to advertise. If you see unauthorized content, submit a copyright-related complaint.

Below are some examples of what to avoid in your ads.

Copyrighted content

This image represents the Google Ads policy for copyrighted content.

red x markUnauthorized sites or software that capture, copy, or provide access to copyrighted content

Examples: Sites, software, or toolbars that enable unauthorized streaming, sharing, copying, or downloading of audio guides, e-books, anime, games, movies, mp3 ringtones, music, software, TV shows, works by independent artists, record labels, or other content creators

red x mark Sites or apps that facilitate unauthorized offline distribution of copyrighted content

Examples: Sites that distribute unauthorized physical copies of copyrighted CDs, DVDs, or software

red x mark Software, sites, or tools that remove digital rights management (DRM) technology from copyrighted material or otherwise circumvent copyright (irrespective of whether the intended use is legitimate or not)

Examples: Products or services (such as Blu-ray or DVD rippers, burners, and converters) that provide access to copyrighted content by stripping or bypassing DRM technology on audio, video, e-books, or software

DMCA complaint

If Google receives a DMCA complaint on the content of an ad or an ad’s destination, the ad may be disapproved.

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If you have questions about our policies, contact Google Ads Support.

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