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Image Provenance
Image copyright audit for your WordPress media library
Protect Your Business from Copyright Claims
Don’t wait for a €350+ demand letter. We audit your media library, identify unlicensed images, and help you resolve risks before they become expensive problems.
- Comprehensive audit
- Risk report included
- Remediation guidance
- From €149 one time, for sites we host
The Hidden Risk in Your Media Library
Every image uploaded to your website carries potential liability. Copyright enforcement is increasingly automated and aggressive.
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The Crawlers Are Always Working
Companies like Copytrack, PicRights, and Getty use automated tools scanning millions of websites. One match triggers an automated demand letter. We identify and flag images before enforcement companies do.
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Your Media Library Is Exposed
Images don't need to be displayed on a page. If accessible via URL in your WordPress media library, crawlers find and flag them. We audit every image, not just visible ones.
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The Math Doesn't Favor You
Average demand: €350-500 per image. Legal defense: €2000-5000+. Settlement: €1000-3000. Complete audit cost: €149-399. One claim costs significantly more than prevention.
Why Proactive Auditing Matters
Knowing where every image came from, and what licence covers it, protects your bottom line.
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Prevention Over Reaction
Most businesses discover licensing issues only after a demand letter arrives, when options are limited and expensive. We identify risks proactively so you retain control.
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Clear Actionable Reports
You receive a detailed report that sorts every image into one of three tiers, Source on record, Questionable or High-Risk, with step-by-step remediation for each one.
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Guidance Through Resolution
We don't just point out problems. We provide remediation guidance including lists of licensed image sources, proper licensing options, and a source record you can give your lawyer if a claim arrives.
What We Check
Six steps, from a full export of your media library to a report you can act on.
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Media Library Export
We extract a complete inventory of your media, including metadata, upload dates, and exact file locations on the server.
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Reverse Image Search
We systematically check each discovered image against major rights-managed and stock photography databases.
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Source Identification
We trace flagged images back to their origins: stock photo sites, professional photographer portfolios, or news agencies.
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Risk Categorization
Every asset is classified into actionable tiers: Source on record (licence or ownership documented), Questionable (needs verification), or High-Risk (immediate action required).
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Remediation Report
You receive a detailed report with full inventory, risk ratings, step-by-step action items, and sources for licensed replacements.
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Follow-Up Support
We stay available to answer your questions and guide you through the remediation.
Audit Plans
Choose the tier that matches the size of your media library. All plans require WebOps hosting.
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Snapshot
€149 one-time
Up to 250 images
- 5 business days from your confirmed start
- Complete audit & reverse image search
- Detailed risk report
- Remediation recommendations
- 30-day email support
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Portrait
€249 one-time
251 – 1,000 images
- Priority: 3 business days from your confirmed start
- Everything in Snapshot
- License documentation templates
- Licensed image source guide
- 60-day support & 1 follow-up review
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Panorama
€399 one-time
1,001 – 2,500 images
- Priority scheduling
- Everything in Portrait
- Staff training documentation
- Image sourcing policy template
- 90-day support & 2 follow-up reviews
Every audit plan runs on a site hosted with WebOps, from the Starter plan up.
Optional Add-on: Gallery Watch Monitoring €199/year. Quarterly re-scan, new upload monitoring, annual compliance report, and priority alerts to keep the record current year-round.
Image Provenance FAQ
What an image copyright audit covers, and what it leaves to your lawyer.
What if I've already received a demand letter?
Contact us. We find where the image came from and what licence record exists for it, and give you that record. Advice on the letter itself, and any reply to it, is for your lawyer.
How do copyright enforcement companies find unlicensed images?
They use sophisticated, automated web crawlers that continuously scan the internet, matching images against massive copyright databases using reverse image search technology. They can find and flag images even if they are not actively displayed on a page, as long as they exist in your media library directory.
What types of images are highest risk?
The highest risk images typically include professional photography, assets from major stock agencies (like Getty Images, Shutterstock), recognizable people or celebrities, and well-known brands or landmarks. These are most heavily monitored by enforcement bots.
Can I just delete suspicious images myself?
While deleting them removes future risk of discovery, it doesn't resolve past exposure if a crawler has already archived the page. Keep a record of what you removed and why: if a claim later arrives about an old copy, that record is what your lawyer will ask for.
How long does the audit take?
We confirm a start date when you book, and the turnaround counts from that date. Snapshot takes up to 5 business days, Portrait takes 3 business days (priority queue), and Panorama is scheduled first, with results typically delivered within 2-3 business days.
Can an audit prevent every copyright claim?
No. Enforcement is unpredictable and can reach back to images you removed years ago. What the audit gives you is a clear picture of your exposure, a record of your licensing work, and the images automated crawlers target most, dealt with first.
Protect Your Business Before the Demand Letter Arrives
One copyright claim costs more than a complete audit. One-Time Fee from €149 · For sites we host · Detailed Risk Report · Remediation Guidance Included