ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Copyright Directive

The copyright directive is a set of rules that have been made to protect the work of people who create things like music, videos, and books. It's like telling kids not to copy someone's artwork or school project without asking first.

But now, with the Internet, it's easier for people to share things without always asking for permission. And sometimes, this can hurt the people who made the original work. So, the copyright directive is trying to make rules for the Internet that protect those who create things, so they get the credit and money they deserve for their work.

Some people worry that these rules might make it harder for people to share things they like, and that it might make the Internet less free. But the goal of the copyright directive is to make sure that creators get recognized for their work while still allowing people to share and use things in a fair way.