réttindaverndar
Rettindaverndar is an Icelandic term that translates to "copyright protection" or "intellectual property protection." It refers to the legal rights granted to creators of original works of authorship, including literary, dramatic, musical, and certain other intellectual works. These rights generally encompass the exclusive right to reproduce, distribute, perform, display, or create derivative works from the original creation.
The concept of rettindaverndar in Iceland is largely based on international treaties and conventions, such as
Rettindaverndar aims to encourage creativity and innovation by providing creators with control over their works and
The protection afforded by rettindaverndar typically extends for the lifetime of the author plus 70 years.