Generally in the law, the ability to avoid liability when certain conditions are met.
See also: Copyright Infringement
Commentary:
- In the online services context, key safe harbors under U.S. law include the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) safe harbor (17 U.S.C. § 512) afforded to intermediaries accused of copyright infringement for third-party content, provided they comply with the required provisions, and the broad immunity provided for interactive computer services under Section 230 of the Telecommunications Act (47 U.S.C. § 230).