Legal Definitions - ephemeral recording

Definition: An ephemeral recording is a temporary copy of a work that can be created and used by a broadcaster without obtaining the copyright owner's permission. This can be done under a license or a statutory exemption. However, the broadcaster must still pay royalties and must destroy the recording within a specific time frame after creation or use.

Example: A radio station wants to broadcast a live concert. They can create an ephemeral recording of the concert without obtaining permission from the copyright owner. However, they must pay royalties for the broadcast and destroy the recording within a specific time frame.

Explanation: The example illustrates how a broadcaster can create an ephemeral recording without obtaining permission from the copyright owner. The broadcaster can use the recording for a specific purpose, such as broadcasting a live concert, but must pay royalties and destroy the recording within a specific time frame to comply with copyright laws.