photo copyright and LICENSING

At Whetstone Creative, we understand the importance of copyright protection and value the rights of photographers and other creators. We want to ensure that our clients fully understand the copyright ownership and licensing terms associated with the real estate photos we provide. Please read the following information carefully:

Copyright Ownership:

All real estate photographs taken by our team at Whetstone Creative are protected by copyright law. Copyright ownership remains with the photographer unless otherwise agreed upon in writing. This means that we retain the exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, display, and license the images.

License for Clients:

We grant our clients a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the real estate photos for marketing purposes related to the specific property being photographed. This license allows clients to display the images on their websites, print marketing materials, social media platforms, and other promotional channels.

Limitations on License:

The license granted to clients is limited to the specific property for which the photos were taken. It does not permit the use of the images for any other properties or purposes unrelated to the specific property photographed. Clients may not transfer, sell, sublicense, or grant access to the photos to any third parties without our explicit written consent.

Unauthorized Use:

Any use of the real estate photos beyond the scope of the license granted or without our permission is strictly prohibited. Unauthorized use includes, but is not limited to, using the photos for commercial purposes, selling prints or products featuring the photos, altering the photos without permission, or using the photos for any illegal or inappropriate activities.

Attribution:

While not required, we appreciate when clients attribute the photos to Whetstone Creative when using them in their marketing materials or online platforms. This helps promote our work and build our portfolio.

Deliverables and Ownership:

Upon payment and completion of our services, we will provide our clients with high-resolution digital files of real estate photos. Clients do not acquire ownership of the photos but have the right to use them as specified in the license agreement.

Exclusivity Add-On:

For clients who wish to have exclusive rights to real estate photos, we offer an exclusivity add-on. This grants clients sole usage rights to the photos, ensuring that the images will not be licensed or sold to anyone else for the duration of the exclusivity agreement.

Please note that the information provided here is a general overview of our copyright and licensing terms. For specific questions or requests regarding copyright ownership or licensing, we encourage you to contact us directly.

By engaging our services and using our real estate photos, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the copyright and licensing terms outlined above.