Jogdíj

Jogdíj is the fee paid for the use of copyrighted works, serving as compensation to authors and other rights holders when their works are used publicly or reproduced. In Hungarian usage, jogdíj roughly equates to royalties. The concept covers a range of protected material, including music, literary and dramatic works, films, and software, with separate royalties for different rights such as reproduction, public performance, and broadcasting.

Collection and administration: Rights holders authorize management organizations to license uses and collect jogdíj. In Hungary, Artisjus is the principal organization for composers, lyricists, and music publishers; it administers licenses and distributes royalties to rights holders based on usage data and agreed rules. Users such as broadcasters, venues, and online platforms typically obtain a license from Artisjus or pay directly to the rights holders.

Legal framework and purpose: Jogdíj is established by copyright law and licensing practices; the system aims to ensure creators receive fair compensation and to encourage continued creation. Internationally, uses can be covered by cross-border licenses or agreements, enabling the flow of royalties to rights holders in other countries.

See also: Copyright, Intellectual property rights, Artisjus, Rights management.