How To COPY Photos & Earn Money For FREE By Reselling Them
TLDRThis educational video guides viewers on how to legally acquire stunning free photos online and creatively monetize them. The speaker introduces public domain photos as a valuable resource for entrepreneurs looking to earn extra cash through online side hustles. Highlighting the significance of copyright laws, the video explains how photos in the public domain can be freely used for commercial purposes. Viewers are taught to find these photos on websites like PIXNIO and Wikimedia Commons, and to navigate copyright nuances with tools like TinEye. The video showcases case studies of individuals repurposing public domain images into sellable merchandise on platforms like Etsy, encouraging viewers to explore their own creative ventures while stressing the importance of legal compliance and ethical practices.
Takeaways
- ๐ Finding stunning photos online for free is possible and can be legally copied and reused.
- ๐ Public domain photos are no longer protected by copyright and can be used for any legal purpose, including reselling.
- ๐ธ Copyright protection for artworks, including photographs, is instant and does not require registration.
- ๐ Images can enter the public domain either because copyright protection expires or the artist willingly waives their copyright.
- ๐ Websites like PIXNIO, Wikimedia Commons, and Free-Images.com are valuable resources for finding free public domain photos.
- ๐ผ๏ธ Pixabay used to offer public domain licenses for all photos but changed its policy in January 2019 due to commercial restrictions.
- ๐ TinEye, a reverse image search engine, can help verify the origin and licensing of a photo.
- ๐๏ธ Etsy is a platform where creative individuals sell products using public domain images, either as physical wall prints or digital downloads.
- ๐ก Editing public domain photos, such as removing backgrounds, can be done easily using online tools like Canva.
- ๐ The concept of print-on-demand allows individuals to sell custom products featuring public domain images without the need for inventory.
- ๐ฅ This video aims to inspire viewers to explore creative ways to use free public domain photos for personal or commercial gain.
Q & A
What is the main topic of the video?
-The main topic of the video is about finding and using stunning photos online for free, and how people are repurposing these photos to earn extra cash online.
Why is it important to verify if a photo is in the public domain before using it?
-It is important because using a photo that is not in the public domain without permission can lead to copyright infringement, which is illegal and can get the user into trouble.
What does the term 'public domain' refer to in the context of the video?
-In the context of the video, 'public domain' refers to art, including photos, that no longer has any copyright protection and can be used by anyone for any legal purpose, including reselling.
How can a photo lose its copyright protection and enter the public domain?
-A photo can lose its copyright protection and enter the public domain either because the copyright protection expires after a certain period, or the artist or photographer chooses to waive the copyright and declares their work as being in the public domain with a CC0 license.
What is the first website recommended in the video for finding public domain photos?
-The first website recommended in the video for finding public domain photos is PIXNIO.
How does the licensing work on Wikimedia Commons?
-While all photos on Wikimedia Commons are free to use, they may have different licenses and restrictions. Some photos may require attribution to the original photographer, while others may have no restrictions and can be used for any purpose.
What is the role of Free-Images.com in the context of finding public domain photos?
-Free-Images.com plays a role in collecting and curating free public domain photos from various sources across the internet, making it easier for users to find and use these images without having to browse through each source individually.
What was the significant change that happened to Pixabay on January 9th, 2019?
-On January 9th, 2019, Pixabay changed its licensing policy such that all new images uploaded to the site would be given a custom Pixabay license with commercial restrictions, instead of the previous public domain license.
How can TinEye be helpful when researching the history of a photo?
-TinEye is a reverse image search engine that can be used to find out more about the history of a photo by searching the internet for other instances of the same image. This can help verify if a photo is actually in the public domain or if it has been stolen and falsely claimed as such.
What are the two ways people are making money from the public domain photo of a camel on Etsy?
-People are making money from the public domain photo of a camel on Etsy by selling edited versions of the photo as wall prints and as digital downloads for customers to purchase and print at home.
What is the name of the free ebook offered in the video for learning about earning money online?
-The free ebook offered in the video for learning about earning money online is called 'The 6 Steps That 6-Figure Online Stores Follow, to Make Over $10,000 a Month'.
Outlines
๐ Discovering Free Photos and Legal Guidelines
This paragraph introduces the concept of finding free photos online and the importance of using them legally. It emphasizes that while many photos are available online, not all can be freely copied and reused. The speaker explains that photos are automatically protected by copyright, and only the copyright owner can grant permission for others to use the work. However, there are exceptions: photos in the public domain and those with a CC0 license can be used without restrictions. The paragraph also highlights the role of public domain in allowing the legal reselling of famous works like the 'Mona Lisa' and introduces the first website, PIXNIO, as a source for public domain photos.
๐ธ Exploring Sources for Public Domain Images
The second paragraph delves into various sources for public domain images, clarifying the difference between free to use and public domain status. It discusses Wikimedia Commons as a platform for images used in Wikipedia entries, explaining that while all images are free to use, they may have different licenses and restrictions. The speaker recommends Free-Images.com as a beginner-friendly alternative, as it curates a library of free public domain photos from the internet, including those originally uploaded to Pixabay before a certain date. The paragraph also touches on the changes in Pixabay's licensing policy and the importance of verifying the public domain status of images using tools like TinEye.
๐ฐ Creative Ways to Monetize Public Domain Photos
The final paragraph showcases creative ways people monetize public domain photos, using Etsy as an example. It explains how sellers edit and repurpose public domain photos to create wall prints and digital downloads for sale. The speaker also shares a personal anecdote about discovering a familiar public domain photo used in a product for sale. The paragraph highlights the potential for earning money from free photos through print-on-demand services and digital products, and encourages viewers to explore these opportunities further through additional resources like the speaker's free ebook on earning money online.
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Keywords
๐กFree photos
๐กPublic domain
๐กCopyright
๐กCreative Commons
๐กReselling
๐กPrint-on-demand
๐กTinEye
๐กEtsy
๐กCanva
๐กDigital download
Highlights
The video teaches how to find and use stunning photos online for free, and how to legally copy and resell them.
The presenter shares case studies of people earning extra cash online by repurposing free photos.
Photos found on Google Images are often protected by copyright and cannot be used without permission.
Art, including photography, is automatically protected by copyright upon creation, without the need for registration.
The presenter explains the concept of public domain, where art like photos lose copyright protection and can be used by anyone for any legal purpose.
Photos can enter the public domain either because copyright expires or because the artist chooses to waive copyright protections.
PIXNIO is a website where every photo has a public domain license, allowing users to find and download free public domain photos.
Wikimedia Commons is a source of millions of free images, but not all are in the public domain; some have restrictions.
Free-Images.com is a website that collects free public domain photos from the internet, making them easy to search and use.
Pixabay used to offer public domain photos, but since January 9th, 2019, it has a custom license with commercial restrictions.
Free-Images.com also includes photos from Pixabay that were uploaded with a public domain license before the policy change.
TinEye is a reverse image search engine that can help verify the history and original source of a photo.
Etsy is a platform where people repurpose public domain photos into products for sale, but it's important to check the website's terms and conditions.
Public domain photos can be edited and sold as wall prints or digital downloads, showcasing the creative ways to earn money online.
Canva is a tool that can be used to edit photos, such as removing backgrounds, making it easy to create new products from public domain images.
The video provides inspiration for using free photos creatively and legally, and encourages viewers to explore online opportunities for earning money.