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We are excited to announce the launch of updated product names, logos, and headers within our user interfaces as part of the CivicPlus® Solution Rebranding initiative. These changes mark the first step toward creating a cohesive and seamless user experience across all solutions in our portfolio. As part of this transition, users may notice minor design updates. While the functionality you rely on remains unchanged, we are in the process of updating screenshots and other resources on our Help Centers to reflect the new branding. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to complete these updates.

Find Free and Safe Images on Google Images

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To avoid legal repercussions, you can use the Creative Commons licenses filter on Google Image Search to find free-to-use images.

 

Important Notes

  • Google no longer has a Labeled for reuse filter and instead offers the option to search by Creative Commons licenses or Commerical & other licenses. Learn more about Google image usage rights. 
  • Creative Commons license images are usually free to use but require credit. They may also have limitations on how, or in what context, you can use them.
  • Related images that appear with the free image may not be free to use. Always double-check to make sure a related image is free. 
  • View our article Alternatives to Google Images for other ways to find free photos.

 

Disclaimer

Although Google makes it easy to find images you can use, there are some risks involved. Even though there are images available to use for free, it is often better, in the long run, to take your own pictures or use pictures that you own the right to. 

 

Instructions

  1. Navigate to Google Image Search
  2. Enter your search criteria and click Enter on your keyboard or click the Magnifying Glass to initiate the search
    search criteria and search icon (magnifying glass)
  3. Click Tools at the top of the page
    google image search, tools button
  4. Select Usage Rights and then Creative Commons licenses
    usage rights tool drop-down menu, creative commons licenses
  5. Select one of the images
    select an image
  6. Click License details under the image
    license details button
    Note: Always double-check any Related Images to see if they are free to use. You cannot assume they are free to use.
  7. View the license for the image to ensure it is free to use and what limitations (if any) apply
    the image's license
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