Seoul: Yonhap News Agency has issued a statement highlighting the ownership and usage restrictions of its content. The agency’s material, which includes articles, photographs, graphics, audio, video images, and illustrations, is strictly for personal and noncommercial use, and any other usage requires prior written consent from Yonhap.

According to Yonhap News Agency, any unauthorized use of its content could lead to compensation claims or civil and criminal lawsuits. The agency advises that requests for purposes beyond personal and noncommercial use should be directed to its Information Business Department at the provided contact numbers.

The agency’s announcement underscores the importance of adhering to usage guidelines to avoid potential legal repercussions. Yonhap News Agency emphasizes that all rights to its content are owned by the agency itself.