So, I am a bit confused about what exactly we are allowed to use as an avatar image. Currently the page says this: Do not upload a photo containing cartoons, celebrities, nudity, artwork or copyrighted image.
So, what it seems to mean is that I cannot upload anything but an actual picture of myself, since I can't upload any cartoons or artwork. Surely this can't be correct?
Also, what is the aspect ratio for avatars? I would hate to upload something and it get all squished or stretched.
it means it must be something you own the rights to. A cartoon or picture you took yourself would be fine.
It seems a little strict, as very few companies have a problem with their copyrights being used as forum avatars.. infact a lot of companies give away promotional avatars and other stuff to advertise products.
I'd imagine diigo is just covering it' back.. so as long as u are sensible it should be fine. I think its 48x48 or a ratio of 1:1.
@Soulgrind R Thanks for answering my questions. :) You're right--it does seem a little strict.
@Joel Liu Ahh, that would definitely make more sense. But what about things that are said by their creators to be free for use as avatars or for general reuse? Do those fall under the copyrighted image category?
> @Joel Liu > Ahh, that would definitely make more sense. But what about things that are said by their creators to be free for use as avatars or for general reuse? Do those fall under the copyrighted image category?
No, we don't think those fall under the copyrighted image category. It's fair use.
Joel Liu wrote: > > @Joel Liu > > Ahh, that would definitely make more sense. But what about things that are said by their creators to be free for use as avatars or for general reuse? Do those fall under the copyrighted image category? > > No, we don't think those fall under the copyrighted image category. It's fair use.
So, what it seems to mean is that I cannot upload anything but an actual picture of myself, since I can't upload any cartoons or artwork. Surely this can't be correct?
Also, what is the aspect ratio for avatars? I would hate to upload something and it get all squished or stretched.
It seems a little strict, as very few companies have a problem with their copyrights being used as forum avatars.. infact a lot of companies give away promotional avatars and other stuff to advertise products.
I'd imagine diigo is just covering it' back.. so as long as u are sensible it should be fine. I think its 48x48 or a ratio of 1:1.
We'd like to change it to "Do not upload a photo containing celebrities, nudity, or copyrighted image".
Thanks for answering my questions. :) You're right--it does seem a little strict.
@Joel Liu
Ahh, that would definitely make more sense. But what about things that are said by their creators to be free for use as avatars or for general reuse? Do those fall under the copyrighted image category?
> Ahh, that would definitely make more sense. But what about things that are said by their creators to be free for use as avatars or for general reuse? Do those fall under the copyrighted image category?
No, we don't think those fall under the copyrighted image category. It's fair use.
Thanks all.
Joel Liu wrote:
> > @Joel Liu
> > Ahh, that would definitely make more sense. But what about things that are said by their creators to be free for use as avatars or for general reuse? Do those fall under the copyrighted image category?
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> No, we don't think those fall under the copyrighted image category. It's fair use.