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Legal Image Use – Quick Questions
19-May-2025 (In Trademark & Copyright Law)
Hi, I run an entertainment site called PlotWit. I need legal clarity on:
1. Using Creative Commons images with credit
2. Using celebrity Instagram photos in posts/web stories
3. Fair use of YouTube trailer screenshots
4. Using posters from BookMyShow
5. Monetizing CC image-based web stories
6. Image use from Fandom/Wikimedia/Flickr
7. Should I keep source/license records?
Thanks,
PlotWit Team
Well, it seems what you have been asking relates to Law on Creativity and IPR, laws on monetising from Content, which is a new emerging field in India! So, if you want to seek any advisory relating to this, kindly connect on call!
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Adv. Pankaj Bajaj
Mumbai | 1000+ Answers
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Running an entertainment website like PlotWit is exciting but requires a clear understanding of copyright laws in India. Misuse of content, even unintentionally, can result in legal issues. When using Creative Commons images, it is important to check the license type. Attribution must be given, and conditions such as non-commercial use or no modification must be followed. Do not use non-commercial images if your site is monetized. Avoid editing images that do not allow derivatives.
Celebrity photos from Instagram should not be downloaded or edited. Use the embed feature without making changes. YouTube trailer screenshots may be used under fair dealing for reviews, critiques, or news, but use them sparingly and only when contextually relevant. Do not use them simply for decoration.
Avoid using posters from platforms like BookMyShow as they typically do not have redistribution rights. Instead, use official press kits or obtain permission directly from content owners. Be cautious with images from sources like Fandom or Flickr unless licensing is clearly stated. Keep records of all image sources, licenses, download dates, and attribution formats.
Being careful with content use helps ensure your website remains legally compliant. When in doubt, use trusted sources or seek explicit permission to avoid complications.
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Adv. Sristi Nimodia
Mumbai | 25+ Answers
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