It goes without saying that when it comes to internet content, images are everything! Think about it: more than half of the content you scroll through in a day is image-based, whether it be a still image or a gif. Having impactful imagery on a website or social media profile is essential, but wait! Are you posting copyright-free images?
What are image copyrights?
The internet is a wealth of resources, but some of those resources are protected by copyrights. This means that they cannot be used without authorization. This is especially true for images. Before you right-click and save that really cool mountain scene photo, ask yourself: is this image copyright-free? Using a copyright protected image without the proper release can end up costing you thousands of dollars.
The bad news: most images you find through a simple google search have copyrights. The good news: there are multiple ways to find amazing copyright-free images in the public domain that can be used and modified however you like!
How to source copyright-free images:
- Google search with usage rights filters to find only copyright free images. Learn how here!
- Visit copyright-free image websites like Unsplash, Pixabay, or Pexels.
- If you must use a copyrighted image, learn how to attribute properly, and ensure that you get the necessary permissions before using it. Also, note that some creative commons images also require attribution.
DesignInk Digital can help improve your digital image
If image creation is something you don’t have the time for, DesignInk Digital can help. We are experts at helping create beautiful, impactful, and copyright-safe images for your website, social media account, and more.
