合理使用是美国著作权法中最重要的原则之一。作为豁免条款,合理使用原则有利于激发创造性,促进人类文明的传播。但过度缩小对著作权的保护范围也会危害权利人的权益。基于对著作权人及其作品的保护,TRIPS协议专门针对这一原则设置了限制与例外条款。 Fair use is one of the most important principles in US copyright law. As an exemption clause, the principle of fair use is conducive to stimulating creativity and promoting the spread of human civilization. However, over-narrowing the scope of copyright protection will also jeopardize the rights and interests of right holders. Based on the protection of copyright owners and their works, the TRIPS Agreement sets limits and exceptions specifically for this principle.