The other day, I had typed my name into a search engine to see what happened. It turns out that I have profiles on several escort sites. I do not like the idea of strangers posting my photos or creating profiles for me. I contacted each of the site owners, and kindly asked to have my photos removed. All but one site agreed. The site owner downright refused to remove my photos. I then asked if he would simply remove my profile. Again, HE REFUSED!
He does not have the rights or ownership to those photos: I DO. If I want to take them down, I should be allowed to.
To say the least, I feel…angry…and violated.
What would you do?
- Guest031811
- 01-13-2011, 10:56 PM
- Precious_b
- 01-13-2011, 11:11 PM
Copywrite and Watermark photos.
Give you teeth when you request what to do with them on another site.
Give you teeth when you request what to do with them on another site.
- Guest031811
- 01-13-2011, 11:14 PM
- Precious_b
- 01-13-2011, 11:19 PM
:/
Sorry, wouldn't know about the retro copy thing. Not a professional.
Sorry, wouldn't know about the retro copy thing. Not a professional.
- Just_Dee
- 01-13-2011, 11:19 PM
Wow! now you have me curious as to whether it has been done to me or anyone else.
(FYI: I AM ONLY ON ECCIE, BP AND OUR HOME II)
I did a search and saw many other "Just_Dee" accounts / webpages. Non of which have any of my pics, but thnx for the heads up and I agree with Precious B. Copywrite and Watermark your pics.
Sorry this has happened to you B, hope you get some answers and get things resolved.
(FYI: I AM ONLY ON ECCIE, BP AND OUR HOME II)
I did a search and saw many other "Just_Dee" accounts / webpages. Non of which have any of my pics, but thnx for the heads up and I agree with Precious B. Copywrite and Watermark your pics.
Sorry this has happened to you B, hope you get some answers and get things resolved.
- Likinikki
- 01-13-2011, 11:34 PM
Britt...contact an attorney or post a thread in the security matters forum. Maybe someone who knows the law can help you...that's just wrong!
- Guest083013
- 01-13-2011, 11:55 PM
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SOURCE:
http://photography.lovetoknow.com/Public_Domain_Pictures
Obtaining public domain pictures is easier than you might think. However, before you help yourself to other people's photos, there are a few rules you should be aware of.
What are Public Domain Pictures?
Not all photos posted on the Internet are in the public domain. Just because an image is accessible on the web doesn't make it free to use in any way you choose.
Copyright
Photographs are protected by copyright; unauthorized use is illegal. The majority of the images in the public domain are free of copyright restrictions. However, it is vital that you examine the terms and conditions of use before using a picture that you didn't take. In most cases, all that's required to use an image is the addition of a credit line. By crediting the source, you can avoid infringement issues.
Rights Managed
Photos that are "rights managed" can only be used in a limited capacity. In addition, an ongoing fee will be assessed each time you post the image. The fee is dependent on how and where you want use the image, and the duration of use. To avoid costly fees, it's best to use a restriction-free public domain picture.
How to Determine if a Photo is in the Public Domain
Since copyright notices are no longer required in the United States, determining whether a photo is in the public domain can be tricky. It is important that you never assume that lack of notice means a photo isn't protected by copyright. You can determine whether a picture is in the public domain by the following criteria:
Government Photos
Any image taken and published by the U.S. government is not protected by copyright. Therefore, a good source of public domain photos is the federal government.
Lack of Copyright
If an image was published prior to 1989, it required a copyright notice. All photos published after 1989 are generally restriction free and available for use by the public for free unless otherwise stated.
Expiration of Copyright
After a set amount of time copyrights expire. Once that happens, the image enters the public domain and individuals are allowed to use it freely. To determine the expiration date of a photo's copyright you need to know when the picture was published. Upon obtaining this information, you can determine which copyright term applies.
Specific Public Domain Photo Sites
Some photographers encourage the use of their images, so they post them on public websites. There are hundreds of public domain photo sites on the Internet featuring thousands of restriction free images. These sites typically have a highly visible written statement posted on the main page stating that the works published are in the public domain.
The one caveat with public domain photo sites involves pictures that feature identifiable individuals. If you want to use a photo which includes a recognizable person, you must obtain permission first. If you don't, you could be charged with violating privacy rights. Individuals have a legal right to privacy, and the use of their likeness for commercial advertising typically requires a written consent agreement.
SOURCE:
http://photography.lovetoknow.com/Public_Domain_Pictures
- greenhorn1960
- 01-14-2011, 01:33 AM
- JSmith2010
- 01-14-2011, 05:57 AM
[Reference to forbidden subject removed. M]
You have mail, sir. M
You have mail, sir. M
- tribalneo
- 01-14-2011, 11:45 AM
Man Brittany, I am sorry this happened to you 
- Guest031811
- 01-14-2011, 12:33 PM
Britt...contact an attorney or post a thread in the security matters forum. Maybe someone who knows the law can help you...that's just wrong! Originally Posted by Likinikki
I was kinda hoping for that... but how do you call a lawyer and say, "Err... umm, I'm kind of an escort... and uhh..."
You see where I'm going with this. I'm glad you agree with me! Its scary as all hell.
Right! You're like, "Oh MY GOD! HOW did you get that information?"
I did a search and saw many other "Just_Dee" accounts / webpages. Non of which have any of my pics, but thnx for the heads up and I agree with Precious B. Copywrite and Watermark your pics.
Sorry this has happened to you B, hope you get some answers and get things resolved. Originally Posted by Just_Dee
- SpursFan
- 01-14-2011, 09:35 PM
JSMITH2010,
Was that some sort of a vain attempt at a joke on post#9?
Not cool.
SF
Was that some sort of a vain attempt at a joke on post#9?
Not cool.
SF
- H8edByOne
- 01-15-2011, 10:35 PM
Yep - found you on three other sites with a quick look-up along with phone numbers...not cool - I am sorry that had happened to you....They should take down the numbers as a minimum!!!
I am sure if you post in the National Site, there is some attorney that will see it and give you some legal advice!
On another note - they were nice pics that I had never seen before - not that it makes it right!
I am sure if you post in the National Site, there is some attorney that will see it and give you some legal advice!
On another note - they were nice pics that I had never seen before - not that it makes it right!
- alexxxia
- 01-17-2011, 01:14 AM
OMG . . .
The same thing happened to me!!
I actually realized it when I received a call from a gentleman inquiring about location and rates. I asked him to confirm where he had obtained my info . . He TOTALLY threw me into a CRAZY loop when he mentioned a site that I had not registered in. When I checked for myself . . . I discovered several.
Concerned . . . . Very CONCERNED.
The same thing happened to me!!
I actually realized it when I received a call from a gentleman inquiring about location and rates. I asked him to confirm where he had obtained my info . . He TOTALLY threw me into a CRAZY loop when he mentioned a site that I had not registered in. When I checked for myself . . . I discovered several.
Concerned . . . . Very CONCERNED.
- Likinikki
- 01-17-2011, 02:21 AM
Britt, Dennis posted some really great info. As for your question about attorneys...just post a thread in the ISO forum for someone to *PM* you for some advice.