Unsplash License

Understanding the license for all images you find through InstaSearch

What is the Unsplash License?

The simple, generous license that comes with every Unsplash photo

All photos on Unsplash are released under the Unsplash License , which is one of the most generous licenses available for stock photography.

🎉 The best part? Almost all uses are allowed, including commercial projects!

What you can do with Unsplash photos

Commercial Use

• Use in websites and apps
• Print in marketing materials
• Include in products you sell
• Use for client projects

Personal Use

• Social media posts
• Blog articles
• Personal projects
• School presentations

No permission needed! You can download and use any Unsplash photo right away.

What you can't do

The Unsplash License is generous, but there are a few restrictions to keep in mind:

Don't sell unaltered photos - You can't resell the photos as stock photography or compete with Unsplash

Don't imply endorsement - You can't suggest that people or brands in photos endorse your product

Don't use for harmful content - No using photos for illegal, harmful, or offensive purposes

Don't redistribute as-is - You can't create a competing stock photo website with Unsplash content

Do I need to give credit?

Attribution isn't required, but it's appreciated

Attribution is not required, but photographers love it!

When possible, it's nice to credit the photographer and link back to their Unsplash profile.

If you want to give credit, here's how:

Simple format:

Photo by [Photographer Name] on Unsplash

With link:

Photo by <a href="[photographer_profile]">[Photographer Name]</a> on <a href="https://unsplash.com">Unsplash</a>

How InstaSearch helps with licensing

When you download images through InstaSearch, I try to make licensing easy:

Direct links to Unsplash - Every image links back to its original Unsplash page where you can find photographer details
Photographer info - When available, I show the photographer's name and profile
License reminder - I remind you that all images follow the Unsplash License

Read Full Unsplash License

Remember: InstaSearch is just a search interface. All images, licensing, and terms come directly from Unsplash. Always check the official Unsplash License for the most up-to-date information.