Dreifingarréttindum

Dreifingarréttindum, which translates to "distribution rights," is a term used primarily in Icelandic copyright law and media contexts. It refers to the exclusive rights granted to a copyright holder to control the distribution of their work. This encompasses the ability to authorize or prohibit the sale, rental, lending, or any other form of making copies of a work available to the public.

These rights are fundamental to copyright protection, allowing creators and rights holders to benefit financially from their creations and to maintain control over how their works are disseminated. The concept of distribution rights is closely linked to other exclusive rights such as reproduction rights and public performance rights.

In the context of media, dreifingarréttindum are particularly important for film, music, and publishing industries. A producer or publisher typically holds these rights and licenses them to distributors for specific territories and time periods. This allows for controlled market entry and revenue generation. The specifics of distribution rights can vary based on the type of work and international copyright treaties.