COPYRIGHT & IMAGE USAGE POLICY
Effective Date: April 2026
This policy governs the use of all images and content created by Gingersnap Food Photography.
1. Copyright Ownership
All photographs, images, and visual content created by Gingersnap Food Photography remain the intellectual property and copyright of Gingersnap Food Photography at all times, unless explicitly agreed otherwise in writing.
2. Client Usage Rights
Upon full payment, clients are granted a non-exclusive, perpetual licence to use the images.
This includes:
- Commercial use
- Marketing and advertising
- Social media
- Website and promotional materials
There are no time limits or usage restrictions.
3. Gingersnap Usage Rights
Gingersnap Food Photography retains the unrestricted right to:
- Use all images for marketing and promotion
- Display images on websites, portfolios, and social media
- Submit work for awards, publications, or competitions
4. Unauthorised Use
Unauthorised use of any images is strictly prohibited.
This includes:
- Use by third parties without permission
- Downloading, copying, or reproducing website images
- Use by competitors or other businesses without licence
Any unauthorised use may result in:
- Immediate removal requests
- Retrospective licensing fees
- Legal action where necessary
5. Third-Party Use
Images may not be:
- Sold or sublicensed to third parties
- Shared with external businesses without permission
unless agreed in writing.
6. Image Alteration
Clients may use images freely; however:
- Gingersnap Food Photography is not responsible for any alterations made by third parties
- Altered images must not misrepresent the original work
7. Website Content Protection
All content on this website, including:
- Images
- Text
- Branding
is protected by copyright law.
No content may be copied, reproduced, or distributed without prior written consent.
8. Enforcement
Gingersnap Food Photography actively monitors the use of its images.
Any infringement may result in:
- Licensing fees being applied
- Legal enforcement action