I want to add an image from a Google Review to my blog. Is it okay to do this if I credit the source and link back to the image?
I am using it for Medium.
Using a Google Review image for your Medium blog, even with credit, might not be the best idea. The reviewer might not own the copyright of the image, or the photo could show people who wouldn’t want their faces on your blog. To avoid any issues, consider using royalty-free images with clear licenses. There are many websites offering free images, so you can find something perfect for your blog
Generally, no, you cannot use an image from Google Reviews on your blog without permission from the copyright holder. This is because images posted on Google Reviews are copyrighted by the person who uploaded them. However, there are a few exceptions to this rule:
- If the image is labeled as ‘free to use,’ you can use it without permission.
- If the image is labeled as ‘Creative Commons,’ you can use it under the terms of the Creative Commons license.
- If the image is in the public domain, you can use it without permission.
If you are not sure whether an image is copyrighted, it is best to err on the side of caution and not use it. You can always contact the copyright holder to ask for permission.
Indeed, that is possible, but why don’t you have a website?
Yes, you can use images from Google’s search results while blogging, but you need to make sure that you have the legal right to use those images .
and just to add, to get pics for your blog without copyright issues, try Google’s Creative Commons search, stock photo sites like Shutterstock or iStock, or take your own pics. Even with no copyright, credit the creator—it’s nice and avoids trouble.