In this video series, Canva Legal Support RESPONDS About Copyright For Amazon KDP, we have a conversation with Canva Legal team and multiple customer service reps as they provide more clarity on creating unique designs in Canva with a pro subscription to claim copyright over our original works.
If you've ever uploaded a book to Amazon KDP and felt that pit in your stomach—“Do I really own the rights to this?”—this video is your roadmap to protecting your work and preserving your income.
I've published 592 books, made six figures on Amazon KDP, and yes… I’ve also had my account suspended. THREE times. 😅 But in this video, I'm pulling back the curtain and giving you everything I’ve learned (the hard way) so YOU can keep your books safe from takedowns, strikes, or copyright claims.
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We’re diving deep into:
How Canva’s licensing actually works (and how to prove it)
What Amazon KDP wants to see when they ask for copyright verification
How to legally protect your books and designs—even if you're using templates or pre-made assets
I'm not a lawyer, but I’ve talked to mine (a lot). And I've talked to Canva's legal team. And I’m sharing the emails and real answers so you’re not guessing when it comes to your books or your passive income stream.
📌 You’ll leave this video with real clarity about copyright, Canva, and protecting your books the smart way.
👇 Grab the free copyright & licensing checklist in the description so you never get caught off guard again!
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THIS VIDEO
✅ How to write and use a copyright page template in your KDP books
✅ The difference between a Canva license and copyright—and when it matters
✅ How to prove copyright ownership when Amazon asks
✅ What to avoid when using Creative Fabrica, Kittl, or Canva to stay compliant
✅ How to build unique, copyrightable designs even with templates
✅ Why Canva’s licensing emails do matter—and how to use them as evidence
✅ What to do if your Amazon account gets suspended (and how I got mine back)
CHAPTERS / TIME STAMPS
00:00 Why protecting your KDP books is more than legal—it's about freedom
00:22 My 3rd Amazon suspension + what sparked this Canva deep dive
01:10 Can you copyright Kittl, Creative Fabrica, or Canva designs?
01:33 Canva licensing explained: What I learned from Darryl & Casey
02:06 How Amazon KDP blocked my book—and what I did to recover
02:55 Proof that Canva licenses your design downloads
03:46 Why protecting your books = time freedom
04:13 “Are Canva’s replies just AI bots?” I asked them directly 😅
05:13 Canva confirms: Yes, real humans sent these responses
06:12 Can you legally sell designs made on Canva for print on demand?
06:41 Why Canva designs must be altered for copyright protection
07:55 Can I trademark a design I made on Canva? Here's what to know
08:33 Copyright page template KDP: Why pro elements must be combined
09:29 How to respond when Amazon asks for copyright proof
10:46 Canva license ≠ ownership, but it’s still powerful—here’s how
11:15 How I got my KDP account reinstated after termination
12:01 Offense is the best defense—why I’m glad this happened
13:10 What to do when Creative Fabrica files are missing licenses
13:47 What to send Canva when Amazon asks for copyright documents
14:43 You can use Canva content legally—if you follow this rule
15:19 How to create a unique book with free, pro, and AI elements
15:32 How my first Amazon month turned into six figures
16:18 Download the FREE copyright & licensing checklist below
16:54 Why sharing mistakes is part of the self-publishing journey
17:34 My third KDP account suspension—story coming soon 👀
This video is for:
📘 Self-publishers using Canva, Creative Fabrica, or Kittl
📘 Authors uploading to KDP with pre-made templates or designs
📘 Anyone unsure how to legally protect their content online
📘 Creators building income streams through print-on-demand books\
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Please don't think you need to do self-publishing alone. I've got you and want you to know that you can make tiny little royalties that will add up overtime. You first have to believe it's possible for you to achieve this. The second part is letting go of the resistance around your dreams.
Sometimes we are our own worst dream blockers.