WikiToon encourages the use of images to enhance articles related to cartoons, comics, animation, and caricature art. However, all contributors must adhere to the following guidelines to ensure compliance with copyright laws and fair use policies.
1. General Rules for Image Use
- Only use images that are freely licensed or qualify under fair use.
- Provide proper attribution and source details for all uploaded images.
- Images should be relevant to the article and contribute to its understanding.
- Do not upload images that violate copyright laws, privacy rights, or ethical standards.
2. Acceptable Image Types
Images used on WikiToon must fall into one of the following categories:
a) Public Domain
- Works whose copyright has expired.
- Government or official releases marked as public domain.
- Images explicitly released by the creator into the public domain.
b) Creative Commons Licensed Images
- Images licensed under CC0, CC-BY, or CC-BY-SA can be used with attribution.
- Ensure compliance with the specific license terms.
c) Fair Use Images
- Limited use of copyrighted images is allowed for educational, commentary, or critical discussion.
- Must meet the following conditions:
* The image is essential to understanding the article. * No freely licensed alternative exists. * The image is of low resolution to prevent misuse. * A fair use rationale is provided.
3. Uploading Images
To upload an image:
1. Ensure it falls under public domain, Creative Commons, or fair use. 2. Go to the Special:Upload page and select the image. 3. Provide the following details:
* Source: Where the image was obtained. * Author: The creator of the image. * License: Public domain, CC license, or fair use rationale. * Description: A brief explanation of the image’s significance.
4. Proper Attribution
For Creative Commons and public domain images, use the following format:
For fair use images, include:
5. Unacceptable Image Use
- Copyrighted images without permission or fair use justification.
- Watermarked or heavily altered images from copyrighted sources.
- Excessive images that do not contribute to the article’s content.
- Images uploaded without proper attribution or licensing details.
6. Fair Use Justification Template
For fair use images, add the following template on the file page:
7. Image Removal Policy
WikiToon reserves the right to remove images if:
- They violate copyright policies.
- They lack proper attribution or a valid license.
- They are inappropriate, offensive, or irrelevant.
- They are misused beyond fair use limitations.
8. Reporting Image Violations
If you find an image that violates this policy:
- Report it on the file’s discussion page.
- Contact an Administrator for review.
- Request deletion by tagging the file with:
9. Related Policies
By following these guidelines, we can maintain a legally compliant and visually engaging encyclopedia. Thank you for your contributions! 🚀