Instagram is a social network that is popular around the world. However, account owners sometimes have to face account blocking for copyright infringement and distribution of counterfeit content. In this article, we will talk about how to avoid blocking an Instagram account for copyright infringement and counterfeiting.
1. Properly use the content of other users.
Instagram gives you the freedom to share users' posts and content, however, you must make sure that you only use the copyrighted content allowed by its author. To do this, you should always cite authorship where required and get the author's consent to post in advance.
2. Check content for copyright.
You should check if the content is copyrighted before adding it to your feed or stories. You can use special services like Google Images or TinEye to check content.
3. Compliance with Instagram rules.
Instagram prohibits posting, selling counterfeit goods within this social network. Very often accounts are blocked by Instagram algorithms without a complaint from the rights holder. Unfortunately, they are often wrong.
4. Use original content.
Create original content that corresponds to popular topics that your audience is interested in. This can be photo or video content, illustrations or articles.
Finally, you should keep in mind that there can be serious fines for copyright infringement and distribution of counterfeit content on Instagram. If you are not sure about the use of this or that Instagram material, it is better to refrain from publishing it and contact its author directly. In all other cases, adhere to the rules for using Instagram.
*Counterfeit merchandise is an imitation or copy of another company's product. As a rule, counterfeit goods use trademarks (name or logo) and/or other distinctive features of the company whose products are imitated. The production, promotion and sale of counterfeit goods is a type of trademark infringement. In most countries, such actions are considered illegal and are viewed as harming consumers, trademark owners and bona fide sellers. Counterfeit goods may be considered illegal even if the seller explicitly states that they are counterfeit or otherwise denies their authenticity.