fanscanlation
Fanscanlation, often abbreviated as "fansubbing" or "fansubbing communities," refers to the unofficial translation and localization of media content, primarily Japanese manga, anime, or other media materials, by hobbyist groups rather than commercial publishers. The term combines "fan" with "scan" (as in scanning physical media or images) and "lation" (a suffix borrowed from "translation"), emphasizing the grassroots and non-professional nature of these efforts.
Typically, fanscanlation begins with volunteers scanning physical copies or obtaining digital files of original content. They
While fanscanlation has fostered broader global access to Japanese media and cultivated fan communities, it also
Legal actions against fanscanlation groups vary by jurisdiction, and some rights holders tolerate or overlook these