# CC0 and Copyright

When it comes to sharing creative works online, copyright and intellectual property can be complex issues for creators, brands, and users to navigate. The [Creative Commons CC0 license](https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/), also known as the "No Rights Reserved" license, offers one solution.

For us at [Rat Labs](https://www.ratlabs.wtf/), we have long [believed that cc0 was the right licensing model](#add) for web3. One of the major reasons was because CC0 is as permissionless to use as the foundational web3 technology that represents the IP itself.

So, how does it work? First, let’s define it and describe what it is.

**What is CC0?**

CC0 is a public domain dedication that allows creators to waive their copyright and related rights to their work, making it freely available for anyone to use, modify, and distribute for any purpose. Developed by [Creative Commons](https://creativecommons.org/), a non-profit organization that provides a range of copyright licenses, CC0 is intended to be a simple and straightforward way for creators to dedicate their work to the public domain. It allows anyone to use and build upon the work of others without worrying about copyright infringement or licensing issues.

It's important to note that CC0 does not affect any rights that may be held by others in the work, such as trademark or patent rights. Additionally, CC0 does not apply to works that are in the public domain for other reasons, such as because they are too old or because they are not eligible for copyright protection.

So, why are these things important and what can the license help you do?

**Why CC0?**

The license is a valuable tool for those who want to make their work available to the widest possible audience. While it's important to keep in mind that CC0 does not affect any rights held by others in the work or apply to works that are in the public domain for other reasons, it is a useful tool for creators looking to share their work with the world.

Originators who release their work under this license usually have the intention to encourage others to use and build upon it. It allows for the free use, modification, and distribution of a work for any purpose, and can be a simple and effective way to dedicate a work to the public domain.

CC0 can be particularly useful for creators in the digital age, where it is easier than ever to share creative works with a global audience. By dedicating their work to the public domain, creators can ensure that their work is freely available to be used and built upon by others, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.

**CC0 in Web3**

In the web3 space, IP management continues to be a hot topic of discussion. For some communities CC0 is a ultra democratic mechanism particularly well-suited to a nascent web3 culture sharing similar values such as decentralization, collaboration, and the free flow of information.

Whether you are a creator looking to share your work with the world in a profound way or a brand looking to experiment in the web3 space, CC0 can be a valuable tool to consider. Feel free to reach out on our [Twitter](https://twitter.com/ratlabs_) or our [inbox](#inbox) if you think a conversation about your specific case would help.

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For more information on CC0 and NFTs specifically, check out the [Creative Commons FAQs](https://creativecommons.org/cc-and-nfts/).
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