Copyright Guidelines
Introduction
To ensure that our customers can use our services with peace of mind, we have established the following guidelines regarding the handling of copyrights for photographs and illustrations. When placing an order, please be sure to check and agree to the contents before providing the data.
Photos and illustrations available for use
Photos and illustrations for which you own the copyright
Does not infringe on the copyright or portrait rights of third parties
Specifically, the following can be used:
- Photos taken by you
- Logos and characters that you own the copyright to
- Photos taken by family or friends with permission to use
- Other items that have been approved for use in magnets
Unavailable photos and illustrations
The following photos and illustrations cannot be used:
- Photographs taken by professional photographers that have not been licensed for use
- Images saved from other people's social media accounts, blogs, or other sources on the internet
- Images containing copyrighted material such as anime or characters
- Photos that include the portrait of a third party without permission
*Even if you have drawn an illustration or taken a photograph yourself, if it contains characters or logos that are legally owned by others, such as trademarks or designs, you will not be able to use it, as this constitutes copyright infringement.
*Even if you have taken a photo yourself, you cannot use photos that include the portrait of a third party and for which you have not obtained permission.
*If you wish to submit photos of pets other than your own (pets belonging to a third party), please be sure to obtain permission from the owner.
Portrait rights
Portrait rights are the right to protect a person's photographs and videos from being used or published without permission. Using a photograph or illustration that shows another person's face or figure without their permission may be a violation of their portrait rights. If the photograph or illustration you provide includes people, please be mindful of their portrait rights. If a third party is included in the photograph or illustration, please obtain their permission in advance before providing it.
Copyright
Copyright is a right granted to the creator of a creative work such as a photograph, illustration, logo, or character. Using data that is copyrighted by another person without permission may be considered copyright infringement. When providing data, please use data that you own the copyright to or have permission to use.
Regarding the use of free materials
When using free materials (photos, illustrations, icons, etc.) that can be used commercially, please check the terms of use of each material site and provide them within the appropriate scope. Please pay particular attention to the following points.
- Materials that require credit may not be reflected in the production.
- Materials that are prohibited from being redistributed, modified, or commercialized cannot be used.
- Make sure your AI-generated materials are also approved for commercial use
Responsibility regarding copyright and portrait rights
Please note that we cannot be held responsible for any infringement of copyright or portrait rights that may occur with regard to the photos you provide.
About the introduction of production examples
The photos and finished products you provide may be used as production examples on our website, social media, catalogs, etc. If you do not wish for your photos to be published, please let us know when you place your order.
About inquiries
If you have any questions or concerns about printing, please feel free to contact us here.
For more detailed information on copyright, please refer to the official website of the Agency for Cultural Affairs.
Agency for Cultural Affairs Copyright Q&A page