Copyright Notice & Terms of Use

 

Last Updated: [6 March 2025]

 

1. Copyright Ownership

 

All content, including but not limited to photographs, images, text, logos, designs, and any other material displayed on this website (mattcrookesphotography.com), is the intellectual property of Matt Crookes and is protected under the Copyright Act 98 of 1978 (South Africa) and international copyright laws.

 

Unauthorized use, reproduction, modification, distribution, or storage of any content from this website without express written permission from Matt Crookes is strictly prohibited.

 

2. Prohibited Use of Content

 

Unless explicitly permitted in writing, you may NOT:

• Download, copy, reproduce, or store any images or text for personal or commercial use.

• Print, distribute, or display any photographs, whether digitally or physically.

• Modify, edit, or create derivative works from any of the content.

• Use the images for marketing, advertising, or editorial purposes without prior consent.

 

3. Purchase & Licensing Rights

• Purchasing a photographic print from this website grants you ownership of the physical print only. It does not grant you copyright or reproduction rights.

• To use an image for commercial purposes, you must obtain a separate licensing agreement from Matt Crookes.

 

4. Digital Theft & Legal Consequences

• Any unauthorized use of copyrighted material will be considered copyright infringement and may result in legal action under the Copyright Act 98 of 1978.

• Violators may be liable for monetary damages, legal fees, and the immediate removal of infringing content from any platform.

 

5. Reporting Copyright Infringement

 

If you come across unauthorized use of my work, please report it by contacting me at:

📧 Email: mattcrookes0@gmail.com

 

6. Amendments & Updates

 

I reserve the right to update this Copyright Notice & Terms of Use at any time. Please review it periodically for changes.