Image License

Introduction


At Hey Colleagues, we value copyright and intellectual property rights. This Image License Policy outlines the sources, usage permissions, and terms related to images published on our platform.

Sources of Images


  • Licensed from royalty-free stock image providers (e.g., Unsplash, Pexels, Pixabay)
  • AI-generated images using ethical and legal tools
  • Original images created or owned by Hey Colleagues
  • User-submitted content with proper consent
  • Press releases or official public domain sources

Permitted Usage


All images used on our platform are either:

  • Free for commercial use with no attribution required (as per image license terms)
  • Used under Creative Commons or Public Domain licenses
  • Owned and copyrighted by Hey Colleagues
  • Used with proper attribution when required

We ensure that every image complies with copyright regulations before publication.

Attribution


When attribution is required, it is clearly mentioned alongside the image or at the bottom of the article. Example format: “Image courtesy of [Photographer Name] via [Source]”.

User-Generated Images


If you submit images to our platform, you confirm that you have the right to share them and that they do not violate any copyright laws. You grant Hey Colleagues a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and distribute such images on our platform.

Copyright Infringement


We take copyright infringement seriously. If you believe any image on our platform violates your rights, please contact us at contact@heycolleagues.com with proof of ownership. We will promptly investigate and remove infringing content if necessary.

Third-Party Images


Some images may be embedded from third-party sources such as YouTube thumbnails or external news sites. We do not claim ownership of such images and comply with their usage policies. Users should review those third-party policies independently.

AI-Generated Images


We may use AI tools to generate certain images for illustrative or conceptual purposes. These images are created without infringing on third-party rights and are unique to our platform or created using licensed generation tools.

Commercial Use Disclaimer


Unless explicitly mentioned, images used on Hey Colleagues are not for resale or commercial redistribution. For commercial use of any media from our platform, contact us for written permission.

Policy Updates


We reserve the right to modify this Image License Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page, and your continued use of our platform implies acceptance of these changes.

Contact Us


If you have questions or concerns about image usage or licensing, please reach out to us at contact@heycolleagues.com.

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