Can a photographer post my photos without permission?

Under copyright law, the photographer owns the copyright and can use it for any editorial use without permission of the person in the picture. A person cannot have their picture used without their permission for anything that sells or promotes a product or service.

Do you own the pictures you take?

It doesn’t matter whether it’s a photo of you or a duck, the photographer owns it. Since the photographer owns the photo, you as the subject don’t have any rights to it.

Is it illegal for someone to use your picture without permission?

In the United States, it’s illegal for a photographer to use someone’s likeness commercially without a photo release form. Likewise, it’s illegal for a client to use images from a photographer without the same permission. There are two main types of photo release forms.

Do you need a photo release form to take a picture?

But the protection of privacy does not cover public areas. So anyone can take pictures of other people without the need for a photo release form. They can even sell it commercially without having to ask permission. If you’re a street photographer, you can take pictures of anyone as long as they’re on public property.

Can a photographer use someone’s likeness without a release form?

In the United States, a photographer can get in trouble for using someone’s likeness commercially without a release form from the subject. Likewise, it is illegal for a client to commercially use images from a photographer without a photo release form.

Is it legal to sell a picture of a person?

Selling a photograph usually requires consent from the persons in the picture. If you’re unsure or traveling to a foreign country, it’s always worth looking up the rules. Apart from the legal aspect, there is also an ethical one. This one is up to you and your values.