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Permissions Policy for Use of VIMS Graphic Images, Web Links, etc.

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The Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) permits publication of its images in print, digital, and multimedia products. VIMS images may be used at no cost for public service or educational purposes but may not be used for resale, advertising, or in any other manner that constitutes or implies VIMS endorsement of a commercial product or activity unless specific written permission is obtained from the VIMS Office of Communications. The user cannot copy, modify, alter, and/or enhance these images for any purpose whatsoever, unless specific written permission is obtained from the VIMS Office of Communications.

“VIMS images” are defined as any still or moving images that are captured by VIMS staff and students during the conduct of VIMS-sponsored activities.

Where VIMS images are reproduced they must bear the credit: VIMS/Batten School.

VIMS websites are not copyrighted, and may be linked to from other websites, including individuals' personal web sites, without explicit permission from VIMS. However, such links may not explicitly or implicitly convey VIMS’ endorsement of commercial goods or services.

VIMS images may be used as graphic "hot links" to VIMS websites, provided they are used within the guidelines above. This permission does not extend to use of the VIMS logo.

Terms and Conditions

The images available via the VIMS website and other sources at VIMS are available free of charge for public service or educational purposes. All materials are provided under the following conditions and recipients of such materials agree to be bound by all of the following forms and conditions: 

  • The following credit line is mandatory with use of any and all VIMS materials unless the Office of Communications & Marketing grants permission to the client for use of part of a credit line. CREDIT: Photographer's name (if known) / VIMS/Batten School. Omission of credit line with VIMS images without express written permission of VIMS News & Media Services Director potentially subjects client to legal action. 
  • Client will not make or permit any alteration, additions, or subtractions in respect of the materials, including, without limitation, any synthetization of the images, alone or with any other material, by use of computer or other electronic means or any other method or means now or thereafter known, unless specific written permission is obtained from VIMS.
  • Client accepts full liability of its principals, employees, agents, affiliates, printers, and successors for damage or misuse of images.
  • Client shall provide to VIMS two free copies of uses appearing in print or electronic productions.