These terms and conditions (“Terms”) govern the provision of photography services (the “Services”) by Siegmann Stock (“us”, “we”, or “our”) to you (“Client”, “you”, or “your”). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you don’t agree to these Terms, please don’t use the Service.
Services
Siegmann Stock is a very unique stock photography image site: every image on this site was taken by a single photographer, who retains full ownership and copyright to everything you see. This means you will never have to worry about anyone suing you or claiming copyright violations for any image, for any use. You may use every image on the site with absolute peace of mind!
In addition to offering a wide range of photography assets at low cost for unlimited use, we offer a broad range of photography services including photography for spec projects and exclusive-use projects, as described on our website or as agreed upon between the parties in writing,
Booking and Payment
Selected hi-res stock images are delivered electronically upon check-out to the email provided by client.
To book any of our other Services, you must contact us to discuss your requirements and agree on the scope of work, schedule, and fees.
A deposit may be required to secure your booking. The deposit amount and payment terms will be communicated to you at the time of booking.
Payment for the Services is due in full at the time specified in our invoice, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.
Refunds for Purchased Images
Please make your selections carefully. Due to the nature of digital photography, refunds for purchased items are not available. In the unlikely event you have received the wrong image after purchase, please contact us immediately. The correct image will be delivered to you at no extra cost.
Cancellation and Rescheduling for Spec and Exclusive Assignments
For spec and non-exclusive project bookings, if you need to cancel or reschedule your booking, please notify us as soon as possible.
Cancellations made less than 48 hours of the scheduled date may result in the forfeiture of your deposit.
We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule the Services due to unforeseen circumstances such as inclement weather, equipment failure, illness, or other emergencies. In such cases, we will make reasonable efforts to reschedule the Services at a mutually convenient time.
Client Cooperation
You agree to cooperate with us and provide any necessary information, assistance, and access to ensure the successful provision of the Services.
Unless otherwise agreed to in writing, you are responsible for obtaining any necessary permits, permissions, or licenses for locations where the Services will be performed.
Ownership and Use of Images
Unless otherwise agreed upon in writing, Siegmann Stock retains all rights, title, and interest in the photographs and other materials created as part of the Services, including copyright.
Copyright ownership may be negotiated and acquired through a specific, separate agreement, and acquired at a mutually agreed-to fee.
For non-exclusive stock images: We grant you a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the photographs for unlimited uses.
For exclusive use assignments: We grant you an exclusive, non-transferable license for commercial purposes, subject to any restrictions specified in our agreement. The scope of the license, including the permitted uses, duration, and territory, will be specified in our agreement or as otherwise agreed upon in writing.
Raw files are NEVER provided unless agreed to in writing for a separate, specified fee.
Limitation of Liability
Our liability for any loss or damage arising out of or in connection with the provision of the Services shall be limited to the fees paid by you for the Services.
In no event shall we be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages, including but not limited to loss of revenue, profits, or data, arising out of or in connection with the Services.
Content License
All images on Siegmann Stock are granted on a non-exclusive rights use. Under this agreement, we grant you an irrevocable, worldwide, perpetual (or as long as allowed by law), non-exclusive and royalty-free right to download, use, copy, modify or adapt the Content for commercial or non-commercial purposes (‘Content License’). By non-exclusive, we mean that we reserve the right to grant any other users the same rights for the exact same Content.
Exclusive use images may be separately negotiated with Siegmann Stock, which would not be available to any other users, subject to the terms and fees agreed to between Siegmann Stock and the Client.
Use of Service
You may be required to register with us to access and use certain features of the Service. If you choose to register for the Service, you agree to provide and maintain true, accurate, and current information as prompted by the Service’s registration form. Registration data and other information you provide through the Service is subject to our Privacy Policy. You are responsible for any activity conducted on your account. You may not allow any other party to access or use the Service with your unique username, password, or other security code. Your username must not infringe any third-party rights or be offensive, vulgar or obscene.
Term and Termination
These Terms shall take effect the first time you access the Service and shall continue in full force and effect until your account is deleted or terminated. If Siegmann Stock, in its reasonable discretion, determines that you, your Communications or your use of the Service violate these Terms, Siegmann Stock may take one of the following actions: delete the prohibited Communications; (ii) suspend your access to the Service; (iii) terminate and delete your account; (iv) permanently ban you from using the Service; and/or (v) disclose the prohibited Communication or activity to appropriate government authorities. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease. The Service may not be accessed by any Users previously removed from the Service by Siegmann Stock.
Attribution
You do not need to credit Siegmann Stock, but it is certainly appreciated when you do so – especially when the use is of an editorial nature, where photo credits are more customary. You can provide credit in the following format: “image from Siegmann Stock“.
Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of your country, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, release and hold harmless Siegmann Stock and its affiliates from and against any and all loss, expenses, damages, and costs, including without limitation reasonable attorneys fees, resulting from: a) your violation of the Terms (whether directly or indirectly); and b) claims brought by any third parties arising out of your use of the Service.
If a claim is brought by any third party, you must immediately provide us with all information that is necessary for an examination of the claim and defense. Any further claims for damages by us against you remain unaffected.
Changes
We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will try to provide at least 30 days’ notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.
Links to Other Websites
Our Site may contain links to third-party web sites or services that are not owned or controlled by Siegmann Stock.
Siegmann Stock has no control over, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party web sites or services. You further acknowledge and agree that Siegmann Stock shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such web sites or services.
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us.
We strongly advise you to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party web sites or services that you visit.