GID 109: Introduction to Web Design
Copyright-Friendly and Copyright Free Images
Images on U.S. government websites are GENERALLY copyright free. Using Google Image Search, type your search term and then site:.gov, which will limit your results to government websites.
EXAMPLE: Old Faithful site:.gov
There are some exceptions to this permission. See the How Copyright Applies to U.S. Government Works link below.
- GOOGLE Advanced Image SearchLimit your results to .gov to find images on government web sites. You can also filter by USAGE RIGHTS.
Additional sources of copyright friendly images:
- Library of Congress CollectionsChoose PHOTOS, PRINTS, DRAWINGS from the drop-down menu. Works by the U.S. government are not protected by copyright.
- NYPL Digital GallerySome of the images here may be subject to third party rights such as copyright and/or rights of privacy/publicity.
- NOAA Photo LibraryPhotos that captures the work, observations, and studies that are carried on by NOAA's scientists.
- NASA ImagesThe latest from America's space agency.
- National Park Service Digital Image ArchivesLinks to public domain digital images of national parks, monuments, battlefields, and historic sites.
- U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service ImagesA selection of digital still images.
Attribution
Q: How do I cite an image that I want to use in a publication, presentation, or website?
A: Attribution differs from a full citation. When attributing a work, you will simply give credit to the copyright holder.
- Most U.S. Government images are within the public domain, and can be used without attribution.
- Many works available for sharing will have a Creative Commons license. The Creative Commons link with the image will provide citation details.
- Image Attribution Best PracticesIncludes examples.
What is Copyright?
Web Style Guide
Web Style Guide by Call #: FREE ONLINE ACCESSISBN: 9780300211658Publication Date: 2016A practical handbook for designing usable and effective websites.
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