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In the digital age, images play a significant role in enhancing the visual appeal of websites and press releases. However, it's crucial to understand the copyright and licensing implications of using images from the internet.
Firstly, before using any image, it's essential to verify its copyright status and licensing terms. Most images on the web are copyrighted, and using them without proper permission or adherence to the license may lead to copyright infringement. Public domain images, those under Creative Commons licenses like CC0, or images with specific educational or informational use rights (fair use) can be used more freely, but always confirm the specific terms[1][3].
When downloading images from a website like Squarespace, you can use the site’s Asset library. Open the Assets panel, hover over the image, select File Details, and then right-click the preview to save the image to your device[2]. Bulk downloads and video downloads might be restricted, so always keep a backup of original files. Unsplash images integrated with some platforms can be downloaded and reused freely, but other sources like Getty Images require licensing outside their platform use[2].
If you wish to download multiple images from a website, you can use browser tools or image downloader extensions. For instance, Firefox’s “view page info” > Media tab lists downloadable image URLs, allowing you to save them at once. However, the original web formats may sometimes not be preserved[4].
Here are some best practices to follow when downloading and using images:
- Verify copyright and license: Look for royalty-free, public domain, or Creative Commons licenses[1][3].
- Download images from official asset libraries or use browser tools/extensions where permitted[2][4].
- Respect copyright conditions such as attribution requirements, usage restrictions, and licensing fees where applicable[1].
Additionally, images provided in press releases can be downloaded, but they must be used in connection with the respective press release's topic. Always adhere to the copyright notice, as it is a requirement for using the images[5]. The copyright notice is usually indicated on the images, and when downloading images from websites, clicking on the file name opens the image in print quality, and it can be downloaded using "Save picture as"[6].
In summary, always verify the copyright and licensing terms of images before using them, download images from official sources where possible, and respect copyright conditions to avoid copyright infringement.
References: [1] https://www.copyright.gov/fair-use/more-info.html [2] https://unsplash.com/about [3] https://creativecommons.org/ [4] https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/view-and-save-images-web-pages [5] https://www.squarespace.com/support/guides/manage-your-site/manage-your-files/ [6] https://www.copyright.gov/title17/92chap1.html#108a
- To avoid copyright infringement, it's imperative to verify the copyright status and licensing terms of gadget images before using them, especially when they are obtained from the internet.
- When looking for images of technology, it's beneficial to seek out public domain images, Creative Commons licensed images, or images with specific educational or informational use rights to minimize legal issues.
