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'''Exceptions''':<br><sup>'''1'''</sup> Similar photos which are sufficiently different (e.g. day/night, overcast/sunny, exposure/lighting differences etc.) are acceptable. | '''Exceptions''':<br><sup>'''1'''</sup> Similar photos which are sufficiently different (e.g. day/night, overcast/sunny, exposure/lighting differences etc.) are acceptable. | ||
| − | <sup>'''2'''</sup> Identical photos which contain multiple objects (e.g. a group of high-rise buildings, a street full of houses etc.) can be used repeatedly on the condition that an object in the photo is highlighted clearly with a marker (e.g. arrow, circle, square) and uploaded to the place object which has been identified. | + | <sup>'''2'''</sup> Identical photos which contain multiple objects (e.g. a group of high-rise buildings, a street full of houses etc.) can be used repeatedly on the condition that an object in the photo is highlighted clearly with a marker (e.g. arrow, circle, square)<ref name=marker>This provision is not applicable to manipulated images of unrelated photos</ref> and uploaded to the place object which has been identified. |
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| valign="top" bgcolor="white"| '''Unrelated photos''' | | valign="top" bgcolor="white"| '''Unrelated photos''' | ||
| valign="top" bgcolor="white" style="text-align:left;"| Photos not showing a marked object which are uploaded to decorate or celebrate an object, or for using Wikimapia as a storage/hosting website. These include but are not limited to: | | valign="top" bgcolor="white" style="text-align:left;"| Photos not showing a marked object which are uploaded to decorate or celebrate an object, or for using Wikimapia as a storage/hosting website. These include but are not limited to: | ||
* Non-object personal photos (photos of people not taken at the object), portraits, passport photos, photos of photos, photos framed with large borders, scanned documents, text documents, screen captures, collages etc. | * Non-object personal photos (photos of people not taken at the object), portraits, passport photos, photos of photos, photos framed with large borders, scanned documents, text documents, screen captures, collages etc. | ||
| − | * | + | * Random/generic stock photos & royalty free image files |
* Cartoons, clip arts, gifs, manipulated images with graphical/text overlays etc. | * Cartoons, clip arts, gifs, manipulated images with graphical/text overlays etc. | ||
* Celebrities, sport personalities, models etc. | * Celebrities, sport personalities, models etc. | ||
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Photo Policy
Photos are an integral part of describing a geographic location and this is apparent in sites like Flickr and Panoramio and applications such as Google Earth and Picasa. Wikimapia enables you to enjoy photos of places by allowing you to upload them to the objects which they depict so that they help describe places in Wikimapia.
As per the neutral point of view philosophy of Wikimapia (NPOV), photos which are compatible with our principles are essential to describe them. Therefore, Wikimapia favors photos which are geographic in nature, that is, photos which explicitly depict a real place externally and internally. These photos are called primary images because there is no better way to describe a place than an actual photo of it.
| Primary photo types | Conditions of use | |
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| External photos | Exterior photos of objects which are complete, clear and unobstructed, are the best way to describe them. | For legal reasons, you cannot use copyrighted images or photos taken by someone else, unless you have explicit permission to do so. |
| Internal photos | Interior photos of objects are also welcome. Wide angle or wide perspective shots are better, but close-up shots are acceptable.
Example:
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Secondary Images
Wikimapia understands the interpretation of photos and how they depict places (eg. subject matter, themes, compositions etc.) can be very broad indeed. While priority is given to primary photos, Wikimapia accepts photos which do not explicitly depict a marked object, as long as they share a direct connection. These photos are called secondary photos and can be uploaded to objects which lack photos or have free slots available.
To help you understand the requirements of adding secondary images, ask yourself these questions:
- Does the image describe the marked object?
- Is the image helpful, inconsequential or detrimental to the description of the marked object?
| Secondary photo types | Conditions of use | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Logos & symbols | Company trademarks; emblems, official coat of arms & flags belonging to administrative localities, municipalities, provinces, counties & states (not countries); regimental distinctions/insignia of armed forces, specific emblems of rescue services etc. | These must be unique to the object and not representative of objects commonly found elsewhere. | Priority is given to primary (actual) photos of an object.
For legal reasons, you cannot use copyrighted images or photos taken by someone else, unless you have explicit permission to do so. |
| Products & items | Unique products originating or sold from businesses e.g. restaurant dishes, clothes displayed by mannequins/models, product packaging etc. | ||
| Maps | It is acceptable to add cartographic (mapping) imagery in the form of satellite, aerial, topographical, historical, cadastral, surveys & charts etc. to illustrate an object and supplement its description. | ||
| People | Workers photographed at the object performing their roles to describe the function of the object e.g. craftsmen/women showing a unique/rare skill, teachers & students in a classroom or assembly, tourists outside a popular point of interest etc.
Personal photos of an owner/resident and family members taken outside or inside their house. |
Despite foreground obstacles, the object must be clearly visible in the background. | |
| Foreground obstructions | Objects which are an unavoidable part of the place. | ||
It is important to remember that secondary photos are better than no photos, so they should not be removed unless they are replaced with primary photos. You should not remove a photo if you are uncertain about its validity. Always seek advice in the forum.
Photo Restrictions Policy
If a photo does not accurately represent a place, then its portrayal is false and violates the tenets of Wikimapia. Photos that are not neutral, inaccurately depicted and do not provide an authentic source of information if challenged, may be deleted.
| Unacceptable photos | Description of images which are not allowed/to be deleted | Penalization |
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| Obscene photos | Graphic/shocking photos of death, blood, gore etc. | Infringers uploading these images shall be banned permanently with immediate effect. |
| Sexually explicit photos | Pornographic, suggestive, tasteless & vulgar photos.
Exception: | |
| Violation of rights | Photos which clearly breach the rights of others. | |
| Politically-charged, racist or religious prejudiced photos | Slanderous, discriminative, xenophobic and other provocative photos with intent to offend and incite hatred. | |
| Copyright infringement | Licensed photos used without permission. You cannot use someone else's photos, even if you credit them. | Infringers persistently uploading these images may be temporarily restricted or banned permanently depending on the case. |
| Advertising | Wikimapia is a place for describing places neutrally, not for advertising them. While factual, unedited photos are allowed, photos with promotional text over them are not acceptable. | |
| Spamming and Duplication | Identical photos used repeatedly in one or several objects. Repetition of identical photos taken with the same/similar camera angle.
Exceptions: 2 Identical photos which contain multiple objects (e.g. a group of high-rise buildings, a street full of houses etc.) can be used repeatedly on the condition that an object in the photo is highlighted clearly with a marker (e.g. arrow, circle, square)[1] and uploaded to the place object which has been identified. | |
| Unrelated photos | Photos not showing a marked object which are uploaded to decorate or celebrate an object, or for using Wikimapia as a storage/hosting website. These include but are not limited to:
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Copyrighted Photos, Attribution & Watermarking
If you have permission to use an photo or its license permits you to use it in Wikimapia, you should adhere to its conditions for redistribution. If you need to provide attribution or any other associated copyright information, you can enter the necessary details in the comments section of the photo in question. This procedure is especially necessary for copyrighted photos with watermarks. Please note, if you are a registered user then your name will be displayed beside the photo when it is enlarged (click on it), so that makes it a little easier to associate a photo with a comment.
You can also provide your own personal photos with or without watermarks. However, you should be aware that by uploading photos you agree to the conditions of Wikimapia's Terms of Reference.
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