The private copy levy compensates writers and artists for the losses suffered as a result of others making copies of their music and films for their private use. The compensation takes the form of a tax on blank CDs and DVDs and other electronic products with storage capacity.
Private copy levy: amounts
| Products and storage capacity | Levy (excl. VAT) |
|---|---|
| CD-R | €0.02 |
| DVD | €0.02 |
| E-reader | €0.70 |
| External HDD drive | €0.70 |
| Portable audio/video player | €1.40 |
| HDD recorder | €3.50 |
| Smartphone/phone with MP3 capability | €3.50 |
| Tablet | €3.50 |
| Desktop PC/laptop/server/media centre | €3.50 |
| Set-top box with hard drive | €3.50 |