Seoul: The Yonhap News Agency has announced stringent guidelines regarding the usage of its content. The agency has declared that all articles, photographs, graphics, audio and video images, and illustrations are owned by them, and any utilization outside of personal and noncommercial use requires explicit written consent.

According to Yonhap News Agency, any unauthorized use of their content could result in compensation claims or civil and criminal lawsuits. The agency has emphasized that all requests for content use beyond personal and noncommercial purposes should be directed to Yonhap's Information Business Department via the provided contact numbers.

The agency's clear warning aims to prevent unauthorized distribution or commercial exploitation of its materials. The guidelines serve as a crucial step to protect the agency's intellectual property rights and maintain control over the dissemination of its content.