Seoul: Yonhap News Agency has issued a statement detailing the restrictions and requirements for the use of its content. The agency emphasizes that all forms of its content, including articles, photographs, graphics, audio and video images, and illustrations, are owned by it and are intended solely for personal and noncommercial use.

According to Yonhap News Agency, any use of its content beyond personal and noncommercial purposes is strictly prohibited without prior written consent from the agency. The statement highlights that unauthorized use can lead to a compensation claim or result in civil and criminal lawsuits.

Requests to utilize the content for purposes outside of personal and noncommercial use should be addressed in advance to Yonhap's Information Business Department, with contact numbers provided as 82-2-398-3557 or 82-2-398-3552. The agency stresses the importance of obtaining permission to avoid any legal implications.