If an image is not on a stock site, you must contact the owner directly:
: You can filter Google Images by "Usage Rights" (found under the Tools menu) to find images with Commercial & other licenses that are available for purchase. 2. Choose the Right License Type Licenses generally fall into two categories: how to buy copyright images
: If you found an image online and want to buy it, use tools like Pixsy or Google Images to find the original creator or agency. If an image is not on a stock
: You pay a one-time fee and can use the image multiple times for different projects without paying further royalties. This is the standard for most stock sites. : You pay a one-time fee and can
: You pay for a specific use (e.g., a one-time use on a billboard in New York for six months). This is more expensive but can sometimes grant you exclusive rights so competitors can't use the same image. 3. Seek Direct Permission
The method for buying an image depends on where you found it:
: Never rely on a verbal "okay." Use a formal license agreement or a written invoice that clearly states the granted rights. 4. Alternatives: Free & Public Domain