How to report stolen art on instagram
How do I report stolen content on Instagram?
How to report stolen content on Instagram
Did someone post your photo or video without your permission and without giving credit to your account? Are they ignoring your questions to please give you credit? Or do you just want it gone? You can have Instagram remove this content for you, very easily.
You own the copyright to any photo or video you take and post on Instagram. No one is allowed to repost this content without your permission. Using a specific #hashtag to get your photo featured, is often considered as an equivalent to giving consent. Most people don’t mind if their content is being reposted without permission, as long as proper credit is given.
But if no credit is given, or if you simply do mind, you can easily have the photo or video taken down by Instagram by filing a DMCA report.
This is the link to file a DMCA report on Instagram.
Don’t let the fact that Instagram asks for your personal information scare you off – you don’t have to complete all the fields they are asking for. The minimum amount of information required for the report to be valid, is your name and an email address. You do not have to provide more information than this. You do not have to give them your home address or phone number. If you do provide this, Instagram will not share your home address or phone number with the person you’re reporting.
Also note that you can only report content that violates your own copyright.
Step by step guide to report stolen content
- Click the DMCA link.
- Click the option saying you found content that violates your copyright.
- Click the next pop up to confirm you want to continue with your copyright report.
- Click to add your contact information. As noted above, you only have to provide your name and any email address. Use your real name – not your Instagram account name. You can use your cat account’s email address.
- Confirm your email address.
- Select your country of residence.
- Click on the content you want to report and specify what kind of content it is.
- Add the direct link to the content you are reporting. If the account has blocked you, try to get the link via another Instagram account they have not blocked or ask someone else to get you the link.
- Select why you are reporting this content.
- Click to supply your original work and select the type of content this is.
- Add the direct link to the post on your own instagram account.
- Optional: you can add attachments that prove you own the copyrights to this content.
- Confirm you have the copyright to this content.
- Confirm that you agree.
- Add your electronic signature (just type your name).
- Submit. And you’re done!
- Instagram will send you an email confirming your report.
- Instagram will send you an email once they have removed or disabled access to the content. This is usually within 48 hours.
This is what a filled out DMCA form would look like.
What if…
- …I want to report a profile picture?
Follow the steps above, except at step 8 you link to the general profile of the person who is using your picture as profile picture. Then in the same field where you put the link, state very clearly that you are NOT reporting the whole account and that you are only reporting the PROFILE PICTURE.
- …Instagram does not believe I have the copyright to this content?
It has happened to me several times before that for various reasons, Instagram could not instantly verify I had the copyright to the content I was reporting. For example when I had deleted the content from my own profile, or because the thief had an early unwatermarked version that I deleted from my profile and that I had replaced for a watermarked version on my account.
Do not despair. I have never not been able to get stolen content taken down. If Instagram does not take down your stolen content right away, simply reply to their email with additional proof that it is your copyright.
For example, provide the full resolution photo that is larger in size/crop than what can be found anywhere on the internet, take a photo of your cat in the exact same spot and include a physical note saying your cat belongs to [your name/ig account name], if there are interviews by reputable sources that confirm you are the owner of this cat (account) then link to that, etc. Be creative – if you have the copyright then there are multiple ways to prove it besides providing a link to an instagram post.
General Tips
- This does not only apply to Instagram. If you find your content on any other (social media) platform such as Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Reddit, Imgur, you name it: find their DMCA form and fill it out. They all basically work the same way.
- It really helps if you watermark your photos. You can do so in a manner that is not visually distracting. The benefits of this are that people can easily identify you as the owner of the photo which means that:
1) Even if credit is not given, they can still find you if they like what they see.
2) People can notify you if they see your content being stolen.
For me, 100% of copyright reports I file are based on someone notifying me of the theft. Often these come from people I do not know, and I am very grateful to them.
3) Instagram can very easily determine that it is your content and if you file a report, the stolen content will be taken down very fast.
- If you have a lot of copyright reports to deal with, you can make this more manageable by creating a collection called ‘report’ in your Instagram collections. Simply save all the stolen content to this collection when you see it, and report them when you have time.
- Once you’ve found stolen content of yours, it’s very likely that this account does not credit any other content they post either. It would really help if you scan through the feed to see if you can identify the content of others, and if so, notify them. If the person you notified doesn’t know how to report, send them the link to this page (it works in Instagram DMs). This is the only way to put a stop to accounts that repeatedly violate copyright. If they get reported for copyright violations by many individuals, eventually their account will be taken down.
Someone stole your photo on Instagram? Here’s how to file a copyright infringement claim
I’m sure that all of us have had at least one of our images stolen at some point. In this video, Brendan van Son shares how he dealt with copyright infringement when one of his images ended up on someone else’s Instagram, promoting a business. He guides you through the process of filing a claim, and if you’ve ever had a photo stolen on Instagram, I believe you’ll find this video useful.
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Generally, people should ask you for permission before using your image. If you discover someone posted your work with credit, you may care or you may not, it’s up to you. But even if someone credits you, if you don’t want other people to use your image, you can ask them to take it down if you hadn’t given them permission.
In Brendan’s case, he generally doesn’t care if someone shares his photos for non-commercial purposes and if he’s credited properly… But, there’s always a line. For Brendan, it’s when someone uses one of his images without permission for commercial purposes, to directly gain profit. Big brands don’t usually make that mistake (although it happens). It’s mainly smaller brands that do something like this, which is what happened in Brendan’s case.
A Greek hotel comparison service tagged Brendan on Instagram, on an image he took. It was used to directly promote a business and gain profit. So, instead of messaging them to take the photo down, Brendan went straight to filing a copyright infringement claim on Instagram. The process seems a bit complicated, but it’s for a reason. It’s both to make sure you understand your rights, but probably also to prevent people from filing fake claims.
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At 6:18 of the video, Brendan talks about the process of filing the claim. But in a nutshell, it looks like this:
First, go to the stolen image and click on the triple dot > Report > It’s inappropriate. Choose “Intellectual property violation” and click on Learn more. You’ll get lots of information, but they’re informing you of your rights, so don’t just skip it. Then click on “Learn more about copyright violations. ” You’ll find a form linked and you’ll need to fill it if you want to file a claim. Then, choose “Copyright” within this claim and select the reason for filing it: “I found a content which I believe infringes my copyright.” Finally, share the information Instagram requests from you. You’ll also need to share the link to where you posted your photo, in order to prove that it’s indeed yours.
After filing the copyright infringement claim, Brendan says that the image was quickly taken down from the account that stole it. He got an email from Instagram saying that they “dealt with the issue,” but he’s not quite sure how they deal with it. Since the account remains active, it was probably just warned not to steal images anymore. I hope that the people behind it have started asking for permission from photographers, at least.
I have one experience of a photo of mine being used for false advertising. Although I believe it was purchased, I wasn’t able to confirm it. I contacted everyone I could and when I didn’t receive any answers from anyone except nice people from EyeEm, I wrote an article about the whole case. That was the weirdest and, at the same time, the most amusing use of my photo I’d ever seen.
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On the other hand, when my photos are stolen from social networks and posted without my permission, I usually message the person who posted it. After that, they either credit me or take the image down, so I haven’t had any big problems so far.
How do you deal with people or businesses who post your photos without permission? Do you message them, report them, or even take them to court? Share your experiences and stories in the comments below.
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How to report stolen art on Instagram?
By Milena Anderson Reading 6 min. Views 7 Posted by
Short answer
- Instagram is a social network that allows users to share photos and videos with their followers. nine0014
- Users can also post their own photos and videos to Instagram.
- If you have any stolen art, you can report it to Instagram by emailing them at [email protected]
How do I report stolen art on Instagram?
How to File a Copyright Complaint Posts Videos Instagram Images | Report intellectual property infringement
How do I report art theft on Instagram?
If you think someone has stolen your work on Instagram, you can report it on Instagram. To do this, open the stolen work on Instagram and click on the three dots in the upper right corner. Then select "Report". You will then be prompted to select a reason for the report. Select "Copyright Infringement" and briefly describe why you think the account is stealing your work.
What do you do when someone steals your Instagram photo?
If someone steals your Instagram photo, you can report it to Instagram and they will remove it. You can also file a copyright complaint with Google if a photo is used on a website.
Will Instagram steal my drawings?
There's no guarantee that Instagram won't steal your art, but there are a few things you can do to protect your work. First, make sure your work has a copyright sign (©) next to it, and include your name and year of creation. You can also watermark your images with your name or website. Finally, be sure to keep track of where your images are being used online and contact site owners if you find them being used without permission. nine0003
How do I report a post to Instagram for Copyright?
To report a post on Instagram for copyright infringement, you can use the report button on the post itself. This will send a notification to the Instagram team and they will review it.
Is it illegal to steal photos from Instagram?
Yes, it is illegal to steal photos from Instagram. Instagram has terms of service that prevent users from taking photos from within the app and using them elsewhere without permission. nine0003
How many reports does it take to delete an Instagram account?
At least six messages are required to delete an Instagram account.
How do I complain about an image on Instagram?
To report an image to Instagram, you can either use the message feature in the app or contact Instagram directly.
The report feature is available on both the app and the website. To use it, simply click on the three dots on the top right corner of the image you want to report and select "report". nine0055 If you want to contact Instagram directly, you can email [email protected ]
How do I delete a photo from Instagram?
There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as the process for deleting a photo from Instagram depends on the reason you want to delete it. If you think someone has stolen your copyrighted work, you can report the infringement on Instagram. If a photo is inappropriate or violates the Instagram Community Guidelines, you can report it through the app or website. If you just don't want the photo to show up on your profile anymore, you can remove it. nine0003
Do I have rights to my Instagram photos?
Yes, you own the rights to your Instagram photos. However, if you choose to share them on Instagram, you grant Instagram a license to use them.
How can I protect my work from being copied?
There are several ways to protect your work from being copied. One way is to copyright your work. This will give you the legal right to sue anyone who copies your work without permission. You can also use a watermark or copyright symbol on your work to prevent people from copying it. Finally, you can store your drawings in a safe place where people can't easily see or copy them. nine0003
Why does Instagram keep allowing my pictures to be stolen?
Instagram has a number of measures to protect intellectual property, but unfortunately not all images are protected. If you believe your image has been stolen and used without permission, you can report abuse on Instagram.
How do I protect my art on Instagram?
There are a few things you can do to protect your art on Instagram. First, make sure your account is set to private so that only people you approve can see your posts. You can also add a watermark to your images to protect them from being copied or stolen. Finally, be careful who you share your work with and be sure to keep an eye on who is following you. nine0003
How do I fix a copyright issue on Instagram?
There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as the best way to prevent copyright issues on Instagram depends on the specific situation. However, some tips for protecting your copyright on Instagram include using watermarks or other identifying marks on your images, being careful when using someone else's images without permission, and making sure you own the rights to any images you post. nine0003
How can I contact Instagram directly?
There is no direct way to contact Instagram. However, you can submit a request for help on their website.
Will Instagram delete your account if you are reported?
There is no definitive answer to this question as it largely depends on the severity of the content being reported and how often it is reported. However, in general, Instagram will not delete an account simply because it has been reported.
What happens when an Instagram account is reported? nine0003
When an Instagram account is reported, the account is checked by Instagram for policy violations. If an account violates Instagram policies, it may be disabled or deleted.
Robbery of a billion euros: what and how was stolen from the famous museum in Dresden (photo, video)
German police are investigating the largest theft of museum treasures in history. As FACTS has already reported, on Monday, November 25, in Dresden, unknown people entered the largest collection of antique jewelry in Europe, known as the Green Vault (Grünes Gewölbe). They managed to take away jewelry, the value of which, according to the Bild newspaper, is at least a billion euros! nine0003
However, General Director of the State Art Collections Dresden Marion Ackermann told reporters that the damage is actually much greater. The stolen jewelry has a grandiose historical value that cannot be measured in money.
Mrs. Ackermann's opinion was supported by the head of the government of Saxony, Michael Kretschmer . He emphasized: “ The Green Vault contains the values that the people of our free state have been creating for many hundreds of years. Without them it is impossible to imagine the history of Saxony.” nine0106
Kretschmer and Ackermann implore the criminals to keep the stolen goods intact. The jewels stolen from the museum are too famous. You won't be able to sell them. There are two options left. Or someone ordered these jewelry to thieves, and now they will forever settle in someone's secret collection. Or criminals will pull out precious stones from the products, and melt the metal. And the stones themselves in such cases are usually subjected to a new cut so that they cannot be recognized. Of course, after that, the value of the stolen is reduced several times, but the criminals can get money for their booty. nine0003
The Green Vault has been closed since the day of the robbery. An investigation team is working there. The media reports that the museum will not resume work soon.
Meanwhile, more and more details of the robbery appear. It turned out that the stolen valuables were not insured! No one can explain how the authorities of Saxony and the management of the museum could allow this. Bild believes that it was most likely an overconfidence in the security system that failed. In 2010 the then museum director Martin Roth in an interview with Die Welt boasted: The Green Vault is as securely guarded as the American Fort Knox!". He stated that the museum has "invisible security systems." vault" is possible only by obtaining the necessary information from the inside.
Electrical panel under the bridge, where the criminals set fireIt is this version that the Dresden police are currently working on. In general terms, it was possible to restore the picture of the robbery. At about 05:00 local time (06:00 Kyiv time), unknown people set fire to an electrical panel under the bridge of Augustus the Strong. It is from there that the palace complex, part of which is the Green Vault, is provided with electricity. In such a simple way, the criminals disabled the alarm system. nine0003 Bar on the window in which the robbers made a small hole
Then they entered the museum itself through the first floor window. All windows are protected by metal bars. The criminals managed to make a hole in one of the bars. German journalists note that the hole turned out to be small, even small. But the thieves were able to get through it. Consequently, they were very short and thin.
There were two thieves. In any case, so many people crawled inside. Once in the hall, the criminals smashed the showcases made of armored glass. This is another mystery. It is not clear how they succeeded. nine0003
The thieves took only jewelry. Pictures, vases, other works of art were not touched.
They left the museum through the same hole in the grate. An Audi A6 car was waiting for them outside. The police later found the car burned. The thieves skillfully covered their tracks.
And now the most interesting part of this story begins. The actions of two guards who were on duty at night in the museum are incomprehensible. The security system of the "Green Vault" is equipped with a special panic button just for such unforeseen cases. The guards just had to press it. And the police, having received an emergency alarm, would have come to the scene of the crime immediately. Instead, the guards started calling the police on the phone! In Germany, this is number 110. Time was lost, which may have allowed the criminals to escape. One of the directors of the Green Vault, Dirk Zindram, even suggests that the security system was not turned on. nine0003
Compiled a complete list of stolen jewelry. He is impressive. This is a necklace of 177 Saxon pearls, a crescent-shaped hair ornament with many diamonds of different weights and sizes, a diamond brooch, a pectoral star adorned with 650 diamonds with a total weight of 600 carats, three sets of jewelry made by the personal order of Augustus the Strong in the 18th century. Zindram said that in them the craftsmen used not only diamonds, but also rubies, sapphires and emeralds. nine0003
The Dresden police suggest that the Green Vault robbery may be related to another high-profile crime - the theft of a 100-kilogram gold coin worth more than 3 million euros. It was stolen in 2017 from the Bode Museum in Berlin and has not yet been found.
The museum is closed. The police are looking for the smallest clues that can lead to the trail and help solve the crimeNow the Dresden police have approached the Berlin police with a proposal to conduct a joint investigation. A special task force "Epaulet" has already been created, which includes 20 of the best detectives of Germany. nine0003
Prior to the Green Vault robbery, the largest museum theft was the one that took place on March 18, 1990 in Boston. There, 13 paintings were stolen from the private museum of Isabella Stewart Gardner. These were paintings by Vermeer, Rembrandt, Flinck, drawings by Degas and Manet. Then the FBI estimated their value at $500 million. Ten years ago, experts calculated that what was stolen from the Boston Museum was now worth $600 million. None of those paintings and drawings have been found so far. The most expensive of them is Vermeer's "Concert". This masterpiece is valued at $250 million. The fact is that only 34 paintings by this Dutch artist are known. And one of them disappeared. nine0003
In the robbery story in Boston, two security guards behaved unprofessionally. One of them let two strangers dressed in police uniform into the museum at night. These people handcuffed the guards and got the opportunity to move freely around the museum for almost an hour and a half!
Fortunately, there have been cases when stolen works of art could be returned. In 1911, the Mona Lisa was stolen from the Louvre in Paris. It turned out that the Italian Vincenzo Perugia did it. He took the masterpiece of Leonardo Da Vinci to his home. There, in Italy, the painting was found intact three years later. She was returned to the Louvre. In the 60s, they decided to take the Gioconda around the world. The Louvre insured her. The painting was valued at $100 million. Today, experts call a different amount - $ 700 million. nine0003
On August 22, 2004, armed robbers took one of the versions of the legendary painting "The Scream" from the Edvard Munch Museum in Oslo in broad daylight. They also took away another painting by Munch, Madonna. The police were lucky - a passerby took a picture of the criminals when they ran out of the museum. One of the suspects was arrested in April 2005, but the painting was not found then. Five more suspects were then arrested. Their trial began in 2006. The criminals were sentenced to prison. And on August 31 of the same year, the police announced that "The Scream" and "Madonna" had been found. The paintings received various damages and needed restoration. However, the museum decided to exhibit them for a short period in September 2006. The restoration took two years.