Can i use a copyrighted image in my thesis if i reference it?

Answer 1

As long as you dont use it for commercial gain and get the copyrighters permision.

most people would allow the usage for educational purposes, as long as you accredit it to the right people

Answer 2

Here's what the US Copyright Office has to say:

"Notwithstanding the provisions of sections 106 and 106A, the fair use of a copyrighted work, including such use by reproduction in copies or phonorecords or by any other means specified by that section, for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching (including multiple copies for classroom use), scholarship, or research, is not an infringement of copyright. In determining whether the use made of a work in any particular case is a fair use the factors to be considered shall include —

(1) the purpose and character of the use, including whether such use is of a commercial nature or is for nonprofit educational purposes;

(2) the nature of the copyrighted work;

(3) the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole; and

(4) the effect of the use upon the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work."

Hope that helps!

Answer 3

NO!

you can only use a copyrighted Image with written permission from the copyright holder whilst referencing it and mentioning the copyright.

never place a copyrighted item anywhere without first getting written approval (letter as emails have no legal standing)

Answer 4

You must ask for permission from the copyright owner first. Otherwise you could find yourself in a lot of trouble - not a good start to your thesis! "Yes, I got a 2:1 but am in jail and owe thousands in fines as well as my debts" will look really good on a CV!

Answer 5

Yes, but double check with your advisor.

There is nothing illegal about using copyrighted material as long as it's not for profit, and it is referenced.

That being said, your advisor (or professor) may have something personal against copyrighted material, or there may be a department or college protocol against it.

Answer 6

I believe that anything which is copyrighted requires permission from the person or company which holds the copyright if you are to use it.

Answer 7

Yes IF you have WRITTEN permission. Which you will have to attach to your final thesis.

Answer 8

Yes you can, make sure you give the credit to the right person.

Answer 9

i think so, make a bibliograpohy at the end of your work giving details of all books, sites, pictures you have used