Hi there,
I write about true crimes. And often I can't find the high-resolution images on Google. So can I take a screenshot from YouTube?
If yes, how should I credit the photo?
I have used screenshots from various websites in the past mentioning the source and they were accepted without a problem. You can credit the YouTube channel or even better embed the video directly into your hub, again mentioning the channel/creator.
Thank you for your answer. But I am still confused. I mostly need photos of criminals or victims. Sometimes, I can't find their free photos. I can have their photos from news channels on YouTube in the form of a screenshot. Again, the question is, "Is it safe to use screenshots from a YouTube video?"
No, it's not. It's taking material from content you aren't permitted to use unless the channel owner allows you to. You could contact the channel owner and ask. It doesn't cost anything but time.
For the calm of mind, I always stick to photos and images with free licensing. But as you correctly say – sometimes it's tough to find the right pictures one needs.
Use AI images instead. You can create cool ones using the right prompt.
Midjourney is best, but isn't free.
You can use Bing Image Generator and Leonardo too, they are free and create nice images.
Hope you are doing well sis
Salaam,
Thank you for your answer, Misbah. I will check these AI image generators. I am doing well. What about you? How's your health?
I miss you dear sis:)
@janstepan Very good point. I am also thinking: what about commissioning an illustration in the style of courtroom images on Fiverr or something similar? It would be original artwork and you just agree with the artist how to credit their work.
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