Written by Benjamin Baillon
In short: PLR is legal in France, but only when it complies with specific rules. Understanding these rules is essential before any sale.
Estimated reading time: 13 minutes
What is the legal PLR in France?
Private Label Rights (PLR) refers to digital content that comes with a license allowing its modification and resale. Contrary to popular belief, PLR is not a legal gray area. When properly regulated, PLR is perfectly legal in France.
The legality of the PLR rests on a fundamental element: the license. It is not the content itself that determines legality, but the rights explicitly granted by the copyright holder.
In France, all works are automatically protected by copyright from the moment of their creation. The PLR does not abolish this right, but rather regulates it contractually.
PLR and copyright in France
French copyright law is among the most protective. By default, any reproduction, modification, or sale of content is prohibited without explicit authorization.
The PLR works precisely like this authorization. The original creator grants, via a written license, extensive rights to the buyer: modification, redistribution, resale, sometimes even attribution under another name.
Without a clear license, a product presented as PLR has no legal value. This is why the origin and conditions of use are essential.
What you can sell with legal PLR
When the PLR license explicitly allows it, you can:
- Resell the product as is or modified
- Change the title, content, and structure
- Add your brand or name
- Integrating the PLR into a broader offering
- Sell the content on your own platform
The legal PLR in France therefore makes it possible to build digital products without starting from scratch, while remaining within a secure legal framework.
What the PLR does not allow
Even with a PLR license, certain practices remain prohibited or limited.
- Claiming authorship of the original work if the license prohibits it
- Reselling the PLR with the same PLR rights if it is not permitted
- Delete or modify mandatory legal notices
- Using the content in a deceptive or fraudulent manner
Each PLR license is different. Reading the terms and conditions is not optional, it is mandatory.
Understanding the different types of PLR licenses
There are several levels of licenses:
- Full PLR: extended rights for modification and resale
- MRR: Resale permitted but without modification
- RR: simple resale right, without personal branding
Confusing these licenses is one of the main sources of legal problems.
Comparative table of PLR rights
| License type | Modification | Resale | Personal brand |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLR | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| MRR | No | Yes | No |
| RR | No | Yes | No |
FAQ PLR legal in France
Is the PLR legal in France?
Yes, provided that the associated license is strictly respected.
Can PLR products be sold without modification?
This depends exclusively on the rights granted by the license.
Does the PLR replace copyright?
No, it constitutes a regulated contractual authorization.
Is it possible to sell PLR (Liberal Radical Party) products under one's own name?
Yes, only if the license explicitly allows it.
Is the PLR legally risky?
No, if the license is clear, complete and respected.
Should we keep the proofs of PLR license?
Yes, it is highly recommended.
Conclusion
The legal use of PLR in France is based on a simple principle: everything is permitted only within the limits set by the license. Understanding these rules allows for the safe, sustainable, and law-compliant use of PLR.
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