If you need to reproduce a resource beyond its licensed limits, what should you do?

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When you need to reproduce a resource beyond what the license allows, obtaining permission or a license that covers the broader use or digital reproduction is the correct path. Licenses spell out exactly what you can copy and how you can use it, so any use outside that scope requires consent from the rights holder. Trying to reproduce now and seek forgiveness later isn’t a reliable or legal option and can lead to penalties. Fair use (or fair dealing) isn’t automatic; it depends on factors like the purpose, the amount used, the nature of the work, and the potential impact on the market, and it doesn’t automatically authorize exceeding a license. Copying only a few pages while ignoring restrictions can still violate the license if those limits aren’t met. The safest and most responsible step is to contact the rights holder—publisher or author—request permission for broader use or purchase an expanded license, or look for material with permissions that fit your needs.