A common misconception is that buying an NFT automatically gives you the copyright to the image. In reality, IP (Intellectual Property) rights vary wildly between projects.
- Commercial Rights: Some projects (like Bored Ape Yacht Club) allow you to use your specific NFT for branding—meaning you could open a cafe using your NFT as the logo.
- Creative Commons (CC0): Other projects put their art in the public domain, meaning anyone can use it, but you still own the “original” on the blockchain. Understanding the fine print is crucial. Before you start printing t-shirts or making a movie based on your digital asset, you must verify if the smart contract legally transfers those commercial rights to you.