Terms and conditions to the use of licensed electronic resources provided by the Library.
Erasmus University Library supports the research, teaching and learning needs of all EUR students, faculty, and staff by providing access to a wide range of electronic resources. These resources include research databases, e-journals, e-books, and other licensed digital resources.
Access to, and use of, these resources is governed by copyright law and license agreements negotiated between the Library and publishers.
When using any of the electronic resources offered by the Library, users are expected to comply with the general terms and conditions set out below. In addition, always check the terms and conditions of the specific electronic resource, as additional or different conditions may apply.
Please be aware that misuse of licensed electronic resources may result in disciplinary or administrative measures by Erasmus University and may expose users to legal consequences under applicable law. Misuse may also result in suspension or termination of access for the individual user or, in serious cases, for the EUR community as a whole.
Permitted uses
In general, authorized users are allowed to:
- browse and search licensed materials;
- download, save, or print copies of individual articles or parts of books for personal use only in connection with research, teaching, or private study;
- share individual articles or parts of books with other EUR students, faculty, or staff;
- include links to licensed resources on websites or learning environments such as Canvas.
Prohibited uses
In general, authorized users are not allowed to:
- use licensed materials for commercial purposes;
- distribute or sell licensed materials;
- modify or alter licensed materials;
- create derivative works from licensed materials;
- systematically or substantially print, copy, or download licensed materials;
- use robots, spiders, scripts, AI tools, or other automated means to access or download licensed materials;
- allow anyone other than EUR students, faculty, or staff to access licensed materials (for example, sharing login credentials);
- remove, obscure, or alter copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices contained in licensed materials.
If the Library suspects, or becomes aware of, any misuse or unlawful use of licensed electronic resources, the individual concerned may be contacted and appropriate action may be taken. Depending on the circumstances, this may include suspension or termination of access and other measures in accordance with applicable University policies.
If you have questions about the permitted use of a specific electronic resource or licensed material, please contact the Copyright Information Point.