FAQ

1. What is a parody?
   Parodies are comedic imitations of another individual or group's work. Works that are generally parodied include literature, music, movies, and artwork. Many authors, entertainers and advertisers use parodies to communicate a view point to the public.
2. Are parodies legal?
   Yes, parodies are legal and protected under the "Fair Use Doctrine". But parodies have to be created in a certain way. We have created a set of standards in the rules/guidelines section that should be followed to make your parody legal, though it does not guarantee your work will not violate copyright laws.

1. How do I upload a new video?
   Uploading a new video is easy with only a few simple steps. Start by logging in. If you do not have an account, you must create one. Then click on the ‘Videos’ tab. You should see a tab that says ‘Upload’. Click on that tab and follow the directions.
2. What are the video formats that can be uploaded to ParodyBox?
   The following video formats can be uploaded to ParodyBox: mpg, mpeg, avi, divx, mp4, flv, wmv, rm, mov, moov, asf, swf, vob, 3gp, mkv.
3. Why isn’t my uploaded video showing up?
   If you have successfully uploaded a video and it does not appear right away, that means the video is going through conversion. Most conversions are only a few minutes but some can take up to 30 minutes. If your video is not converted within 30 minutes, please report the problem to us.
4. What is the upload file size limit?
   The current file size limit is 1 gigabyte or 1024 Megabytes.

1. How do I upload a new photo?
   To upload a new photo you must first login. If you do not have an account, you must create one. Then click on the ‘Art’ tab. A little below the tab on the left side of the page, you should see a link called ‘User Panel’. Click on it. On the next page, click on the ‘New Picture’ button and follow the directions.

1. How do I add a new Satire?
   To add a new satire you must first login. If you do not have an account, you must create one. Then click on the ‘Literature’ tab. On right side of the page there should be the option to ‘Write A New Satire’. Click on it. Write your text, choose a category, and then save your work.