UAB electronic resources terms of use

The UAB Library Service subscribes to electronic resources (books, journals, and databases) and enters into licences with suppliers and publishers. These licences stipulate that usage is restricted to students, teaching and research staff, and service staff of the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona.

The use of these resources must comply with current Intellectual Property Law and avoid any actions that may harm the legitimate interests of the rights holders. Additionally, when citing these resources, proper attribution of the source and authorship is required.

If you have any questions, you can refer to the collection of FAQS on the Intellectual Property and Open Access website.

Terms of Use:

Generally Allowed:

• Printing, recording, downloading, and making copies of journal articles and/or specific book chapters.
• Use of content on computers located in libraries by visiting users who are not affiliated with the UAB.
• Personal, teaching, or research use of the content.
• Sending a copy (either printed or electronic) to authorised UAB users.
• Using permanent links to licensed content.

Generally Not Allowed:

• Systematically and massively printing, recording, downloading, or making copies of electronic journal articles and/or book chapters.
• Using journal articles or book chapters for commercial purposes.
• Sending a copy (printed or electronic) to unauthorised users.
• Modifying, altering, or creating derivative works based on the content.
• Uploading articles or licensed chapters to other websites.