Image Policy

Last updated: July 14, 2025

At Sights 2 See, we value transparency and respect the rights of content creators. This Image Policy outlines the sources, usage rights, and copyright practices for all images displayed on our website at sights-2-see.com.

1. Ownership of Original Images

Unless otherwise stated, all original photographs and media on this website are the sole property of Sights 2 See and are protected under United States and international copyright laws.

These images are identified as part of our original content, taken during our travels.
All original photos are copyright © 2025 Sights 2 See.
Unauthorized reproduction, modification, distribution, or commercial use of these images is strictly prohibited without prior written permission.

To request permission for image use, please contact us at [email protected] or https://sights-2-see.com/contact-us/

2. Third-Party Image Sources

We occasionally use images from royalty-free platforms to complement our written content. These sources include:

Pixabay – Free for commercial and non-commercial use, no attribution required
Unsplash – Free for both personal and commercial use, no attribution required
Pexels – Free for personal and commercial use, attribution not required

We make every effort to comply with the licensing terms and usage rights of these platforms at the time of publication.

If you are the copyright owner of any image used in error, please contact us immediately so we can resolve the issue.

3. Attribution and Credit

While most royalty-free platforms do not require attribution, we believe in ethical content use and give credit when possible.
Attribution may appear:

In image captions
Within the body of an article
Or in this Image Policy page

4. User-Submitted Content

If any images are submitted by guest contributors, collaborators, or community members:

It is assumed that they own the rights to such content or have permission to share it.
Sights 2 See is not liable for any copyright infringement caused by unauthorized third-party submissions.

5. Image Accuracy and Representation

Images on this site are used to visually enhance the storytelling and information shared in our travel blog. While we aim for accuracy, some stock or symbolic images may not always represent a specific location or time exactly.

6. DMCA Notice and Takedown Requests

We respect the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and the rights of content creators.

If you believe your copyrighted image has been used on this website without proper authorization, please send a takedown request including the following:

Your name and contact information
A link to the infringing content
Proof of ownership or license
A formal statement that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on behalf of the owner

We will investigate and respond to all legitimate claims promptly.

7. Contact

For any questions, clarifications, or licensing inquiries regarding images on Sights 2 See, please contact us at:
📧 [email protected]
📬 Or use our Contact page

Sights 2 See takes intellectual property seriously. This policy is part of our commitment to ethical content use, respect for creators, and legal compliance in digital publishing.