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Kody Naka
2,106 PointsCopyright status change
What if the item you choose (image) is okay to use when you create your project but becomes protected under copyright laws after you've finished it?
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Lee Geertsen
Java Web Development Techdegree Student 16,749 PointsYou should contact the copyright owner and ask for the permission to use his/hers image. It's possible that they will ask a payment for the use of their work.
Or you can change the image. You can use unsplash for example, this is a website with free stock photos, you can use them in your project.
Kody Naka
2,106 PointsKody Naka
2,106 PointsGreat thanks for your reply. Sorry I wasn't entirely clear in my initial question. How will I know if I've violated a copyright law if it changes once I've completed my project? Is it my responsibility to regularly check the status of the item or will I get a warning from the owner to remove it or pay for the use of the rights?