How to Avoid Copyright Infringement with Vector arts: Tips from Eagle Digitizing

Images are an essential component of digital content, whether for blogs, social media, or websites. They attract user engagement, add visual appeal, and can even make a post go viral. However, using images without permission can lead to copyright infringement and legal trouble. In this article, Eagle Digitizing will discuss how to avoid copyright infringement with vector arts.

What are copyrighted images?

Copyrighted images are photographs or digitally created images where the creator has restricted their use. The copyright holder owns the exclusive right to reproduce, distribute, and display the image.

Determining if an image is copyrighted can be challenging, especially if it's not clear on the website where you found it. However, there are several ways to check if an image is copyrighted or not.

Ways to check if an image is copyrighted or not

1. Look for an image credit, link or contact email address.

If there is one, reach out to the owner and ask for permission to use the image.

2. Check for a watermark.

If there's a faint watermark across the image, that means it's copyrighted.

3. Metadata is another way to check for copyright information.

Metadata refers to the digital information that's stored within the image file. This metadata will often store info related to the image's copyright. You can view the metadata in the image file's properties or by using a tool like Google Reverse Image Search.

4. Don't use it.

If you're not sure if you have permission from the copyright holder, it's best not to use it and find another image. Using copyrighted images without permission can lead to awkward conversations with creators and legal action.

Some people think they can avoid detection by editing an image, but that is not the case. Copyright law still applies to edited images that you didn't create. To avoid copyright infringement with images, you can create unique works, purchase a license to use an image, or find a free-to-use image.

In addition to digitizing services, Eagle Digitizing also offers high-quality vector art services that can help you create unique works and avoid copyright infringement. Their vector art services include converting raster images to vectors, and customizing existing vector files to fit your needs.