You can use personal scanners and digital cameras to make digital copies of Bodleian Libraries material, with some exceptions.
Find out more about which items are available for self-service scanning and copying. You must handle materials with proper care, and scanning and photography of material is at the discretion of library staff.
Rules for using personal digital cameras and scanners
The following rules apply to digital scanning and photography:
- You may only use handheld cameras and mobile devices; tripods, copying stands and professional scanners are not permitted. Please speak to library staff if you have special requirements – for example, due to a disability.
- Flash photography is not permitted at any time.
- Depending on age or condition, some material may not be eligible for copying, scanning or digital photography.
- You must follow library rules for care and handling of material.
- All copying of material, including digital scans and photographs, must comply with copyright rules. Check our quick guide to making digital copies; or, for more detailed information about copyright and fair use, visit our copyright guide.
