Now that you have your digital photos ready to share on your blog, you may be wondering how to legally use them. Here are a few tips to help you get started:
1. Always give credit where credit is due.
If you use someone else’s photo without permission, be sure to attribute the source in your post.
2. Make sure your photos are properly licensed.
If you’re using someone else’s copyrighted photo, make sure to get permission from the copyright holder before posting. Some photos may be licensed under Creative Commons, which allows for limited use without permission from the copyright holder.
3. Be aware of copyright laws in your own country.
In some countries, including the United States, copyright law is much stricter than in others. Make sure you know the rules before posting any photos online.
4. Use caution when sharing personal photos online.
Just because a photo is private doesn’t mean it can’t be used publicly without permission from the person in the photo. If you’re not sure whether a photo is okay to share, ask yourself whether it could reasonably be seen as public information (for example, if it’s been shared on a public forum or social media).
5. Use caution when using screenshots of other people’s online content.
Just because something is visible on a website doesn’t mean that it’s okay to copy and paste it into your post without permission from the website owner or author. If in doubt, err on the side of caution and avoid using screenshots altogether.