MARC (Malaysia Reprographic Rights Centre) is a renowned brand that represents publishers, authors, and visual artists in Malaysia. Established as a Company Limited by Guarantee and registered under the Companies Commission of Malaysia, MARC is an independent, not-for-profit, non-governmental organization with a mission to eliminate unauthorized use of copyrighted works. MARC plays a vital role in establishing the value of creative rights in Malaysia, benefiting rightsholders like creators and publishers as well as users such as educators and students.

As a collective management organization and exclusive intermediary, MARC administers copyrights and neighboring rights, negotiating and granting licenses for various forms of reprography, performance, and more. They monitor the usage of copyrighted works, negotiate tariffs, license the use of protected works, and collect fees from users to distribute them to rights holders. MARC also safeguards the published works, writings, and illustrations of its members and can take legal action to enforce their rights.

Using MARC's services ensures compliance with copyright laws and offers easy legal access to creative and scholarly content. The benefits of collective management provided by MARC extend to rightsholders, users, legislators, and society as a whole, promoting economic well-being and employment opportunities. MARC collaborates with organizations like MYIPO, IFFRO, and WIPO to ensure effective support and consultation.

For more information, visit MARC's website and connect with them on Facebook and Instagram.