While it may seem like a no-brainer to take photos and images from the internet for your website, they are actually protected by copyright law. Obtaining images without permission can get you into serious trouble with image copyright infringement. It’s better to spend a little time getting permission, whether it’s through a free license such…
As a website owner, it’s important to understand copyright law. You can’t just use any image you find online without permission. If you do, you could be sued for copyright infringement. Google’s updated Image Search makes it easier to filter photos by their license. It also surfaces information on how to obtain rights to a…
In the age of digital technology, finding images online has never been easier. However, many images come with copyright restrictions that require attribution or payment of royalties. Using images to make presentations or documents more attractive is common practice, but it can be illegal in some countries if you don’t have permission from the image…
Many of us rely on Google to find the perfect image for a social media post (or any other type of content) and may not realize that all images are copyrighted. Our eTutorial 21 Virtual Ways to Build Copyright Awareness helps to teach that you must always consider copyright before using any image found online….
If you’re looking for an image to use, it’s important that you check the images’ usage rights. Many photos are copyrighted and unless you have permission or an appropriate license, you could get into some real trouble. This could result in astronomically hefty fines or even jail time. So what are some safe and reliable…
A well-written introduction draws the reader into the essay and motivates the topic or question that the essay will address. It also establishes your point of view on the topic. It’s important to note that despite images being labeled as copyright free, they may still be subject to royalties. This means that they could still…
It’s easy to misunderstand how copyright applies to images online. For example, many people think that if an image isn’t watermarked, it is fair game to download and use. However, this is not true. With rare exceptions, every work is automatically copyrighted upon creation. Unless an image is in the public domain, you must get…
Whether it is for retail, editorial or commercial use, any photographic image has a value associated with it. Using an image without the right permissions could result in a costly fine. Fortunately, there are ways to avoid these types of violations. Generally, the first thing you need to consider is who owns the copyright. Copyright…
A picture is worth a thousand words, but if that photo is copyrighted, it can also be worth a cease and desist letter or lawsuit. With today’s technology, it can be easy to find images online that can be used without copyright infringement. Here are some tips and tools to help you do so. 1….
Images with a CC0 license don’t legally belong to anyone and can be used freely. You can find them on sites such as Pexels, Unsplash, and Pixabay. However, it’s important to know that model releases may be required if models appear in your photos. Also, direct endorsement is prohibited. Royalty-free images are a necessity for…
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