# How to Know If You Can Legally Use Clips, Music, or Images

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Podcast: [Legit Podcast Pro](https://stenobird.com/podcast/legit-podcast-pro-5815650)
Published: 2026-05-07T23:45:00+00:00
Episode link: https://legitpodcastpro.captivate.fm/episode/how-to-know-if-you-can-legally-use-clips-music-or-images
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## Resource

Think your content is fair use? It might not be. 👉 Check your risk before you post: https://gordonfiremark.com/guide Most creators assume they can use clips, music, or images… until they get a takedown notice—or a strike. In this video, I break down: * Why most “fair use” advice is incomplete or incorrect. * What actually happens when your content gets flagged * The real cost of defending a claim (even if you’re right) * A simple way to decide if your content is safe before you publish Key takeaway: Fair use is not protection—it’s something you argue after the fact. If you want a fast, practical way to check your content: 👉 Get The Content Risk Checker (2 minutes): https://gordonfiremark.com/quiz Chapters About Gordon Firemark: Entertainment, media, and business lawyer with nearly 35 years of experience helping creators build and protect their businesses—so they can achieve maximum impact, influence, and income without legal friction or costly mistakes. Keywords: fair use youtube, can I use clips youtube, copyright for creators, youtube copyright strike, using music legally youtube, content creator legal tips, intellectual property youtube, fair use explained creators

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