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The Photo Licensing Agreement is a critical legal instrument used when a copyright holder wishes to grant specific usage rights for photographic works to another party under Austrian law. This document is essential for professional photographers, agencies, and businesses engaged in the creation, distribution, or use of photographic content. The agreement typically includes detailed specifications about licensed photos, permitted uses, territorial scope, duration, and compensation terms. It ensures compliance with Austrian copyright law (Urheberrechtsgesetz) while protecting both the licensor's intellectual property rights and the licensee's commercial interests. The document is particularly relevant in today's digital age where image usage spans multiple platforms and territories.
