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Attribution-NonCommercial, commonly referred to as CC BY-NC, is a Creative Commons license designed to balance openness with protection against commercial exploitation. It permits others to copy, distribute, display, perform, and adapt the licensed work non-commercially, as long as the original creator is credited, a link to the license is provided, and any changes are clearly indicated.

Key requirements include attribution to the author, use of the license link, and disclosure of modifications. Derivative works may be created and shared, but only for non-commercial purposes. The license does not permit commercial uses such as selling the work or using it in profit-driven projects without obtaining separate permission.

The BY-NC license exists in multiple versions, with 3.0 and 4.0 being the most widely used. Each version aims to improve international clarity and enforceability while preserving the same core rights and restrictions. Differences between versions typically involve wording around attribution, duration, and compatibility with other licenses.

Practical considerations: For creators, CC BY-NC provides broad non-commercial reuse while still requiring attribution. For users, it enables non-commercial reuse and adaptation, subject to attribution and license terms. If commercial use is needed, permission must be negotiated or a different license selected. It is important to verify the exact version and terms, as interpretations can vary by jurisdiction and platform policies.

See also: Creative Commons licenses; Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike; Attribution-NoDerivs.