Watermarks

[stapo49]

In relation to watermarking your image is it a waste of time as it can be cropped out or removed using Photoshop? Is it better to post a low res image instead?

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[480sparky]

Low-res posting is more of a deterrent than a watermark.

However, if you want to take the time, you can make custom watermarks in high-res images that aren't obvious, but make legal proceeding very easy.

 

[ronlane]

I have it added when I export from LR so it's not a waste of time for me. But I add it and post low res files online.

 

[vintagesnaps]

I customize watermarks and cover significant parts of the image. I only post low res copies. I do that if/when I post online (which isn't much). I also read Terms to find out what usage is allowed when posting images on a website. That is often enough to be a deal breaker.

 

[smoke665]

Like Ron above I have it in the settings of Lr to add on export, as well as include copyright information in the metadata, and to export at a low resolution. My webpage has full resolution images but has the ability to lock the images to prevent downloads, but a determined thief can circomvent the best of protection. Like the locks on your door, they only keep an honest person honest.

 

[Strodav]

In LR I export or print with my name somewhere on the image. Not so much for copyright, but because I am proud of my work. Some prints, I actually sign. If I don't feel its good enough to put my name on it, I won't post / print it. I also export at 2 different resolutions, one at 1200 x 800 pixels for social media and then one full resolution, which I usually don't post.

Yes you have copyright privileges on your images, but in a dispute, the only one who makes money are the lawyers and you will need to win in order to get your lawyers fees back from the infringer and maybe a few extra $$. The lawyers make their money for the amount of time (chargeable hours) they spend on your account, so they tend to drag it out.

 

[480sparky]

....... the only one who makes money are the lawyers and you will need to win in order to get your lawyers fees back from the infringer and maybe a few extra $$. .....

Assuming you collect. Otherwise, you're in the red 'cuz the lawyers still need to pay the lawyer(s).

 

[dennybeall]

If it's important to you the most effective is post only low-res images with watermark and use "stealth" Id techniques for the high-res versions that you sell.