
Copyright and GCULearn
Can I upload a powerpoint presentation which contains images which I have not checked for copyright?
The short answer is no, you need to get the permission of the copyright holder to use the images on a website. Copyright on artistic works (photographs or images) lasts until 70 years after the death of the artist or photographer. However, even if the copyright has expired, there may be other issues affecting whether you can use the item. the image may have been "enhanced" in some way, so that person may be able to claim copyright on the new version of the image. The image may also be part of a trademark, so there may be another set of issues to consider. The best thing to do is to look for copyright free or creative commons licensed images in your powerpoints and handouts, a list of useful websites is included on our Using images and maps page.