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 * Picture Downloads

Can you take pictures off the internet and not violate copyright ** You can not copy pictures of the internet because it does violate copyright. If you did this it would be a violation of one’s original work being given credit by someone else. You can't copy pictures from the internet unless it specifically indicates its okay to do so or if they give terms asking you to create a link back to the image owner’s site. It is better to be cautious and not copy anything from the internet unless it specifically indicates its okay to do so or you are given the OK from the owner you create a link back to the image owner’s site. You also want to make sure you take a picture of that website that indicates permission for you to download or copy images. You never know if there policy may change in a few years and you don’t want to get in a situation that leaves you without proof of their approval.

Companies have their terms of usage agreement on the website however, its often difficult to understand the legal jargon that is indicated on these long contracts. Even thought it is hard to read, you should still try to because if you don't and copy their picture and get caught then you could receive huge fines from the company that you copied from. So if you have unlicensed photos on that website, you are open to being fined and are in violation of their terms. If you don't have a license to take that picture then you must delete the photo and pay the fine. That is why you can not copy pictures off the internet.


 * How do you tell if a picture is copyrighted? ** An image is copyrighted to the photographer by default the moment he/she releases the shutter, and creates the image. Most pictures on the site show a copyright credit to their owners (in the corner of the picture),if not then assume that it is copyrighted, unless you can get written notice from the creator of the work, that he has allowed it to be used without license. If you find a photo, and can locate the owner, contact them, and see if they will allow a limited use license, for a specific purpose. As long as you don't sell it, you might be allowed to use it, if you give proper credit to the creator of the piece.

These rules can only be enforced unless it is registered with the US Copyright office. The United States Copyright Office, a part of the Library of Congress, and is the official U.S. government body that maintains records of copyright registration in the United States. It is used by copyright title searchers who are attempting to clear a chain of title for copyrighted works. If the picture isn't registered in the US Copyright office then it is free for the taking. The taker can not get in trouble for taking it.



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