This Acceptable Use Policy governs the ownership and usage rights of photographs purchased through Photos by Brian Cy (photosbybriancy.com). By making a purchase on our website, you acknowledge and agree to comply with the terms outlined in this policy.

 

1. Ownership of Images:

 

All images available for purchase on Photos by Brian Cy (photosbybriancy.com) are the intellectual property of the photographer, Brian Cheresnowsky/Photos by Brian Cy. The purchase of an image grants you a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the image for personal use only.

 

2. Usage Restrictions:

 

Customers are expressly prohibited from:

 

a. Copying, reproducing, or duplicating purchased images in any form, whether physical or digital.

 

b. Selling, licensing, or otherwise commercially exploiting purchased images without explicit written consent from Brian Cheresnowsky/Photos by Brian Cy.

 

c. Modifying or altering purchased images in any way, including but not limited to cropping, editing, or adding filters, without the photographer's written permission.

 

d. Using purchased images for any unlawful, defamatory, or offensive purposes.

 

3. Copyright Notice:

 

All purchased images will be accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity attributing ownership to Brian Cheresnowsky/Photos by Brian Cy.

 

4. Personal Use Exception:

 

Customers are allowed to use purchased images for personal, non-commercial purposes, including display in private homes, personal blogs, and social media, provided that the copyright notice remains intact.

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5. Licensing and Consent for Use:

 

Photos by Brian Cy (photosbybriancy.com) may provide permission for use of images for specific purpose(s), with or without restriction(s).  Any such permission will require a Licensing Agreement authorized by Brian Cheresnowsky/Photos by Brian Cy.

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6. Enforcement of Policy:

 

Photos by Brian Cy (photosbybriancy.com) reserves the right to enforce this policy through legal means, including pursuing legal action for copyright infringement. Any unauthorized use of purchased images may result in legal consequences.

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By making a purchase from Photos by Brian Cy (photosbybriancy.com), you acknowledge and agree to abide by the terms and conditions outlined in this Acceptable Use Policy.

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Photos by Brian Cy (photosbybriancy.com) reserves the right to update or modify this Acceptable Use Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. It is your responsibility to review this policy periodically for updates.

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Last Updated: 3/11/2024