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A photo release consent form is written permission from the owner of your subject stating that they're okay with you publishing their property. It's essentially a photography contract between you and the owner of the subject.

Editorial use (for news or information) doesn't require your permission. Commercial use, where it could be construed that you're endorsing or selling a product, requires your permission ?releasing? your claim on your image in that picture.

Photo release forms, also known as model release forms, are used when people, pets and property are photographed, and you, as the photographer, want to publish the images.

What is a Release for Use of Likeness? When you need to use someone's image (for instance, a photograph or video) in a publication, like a newsletter, magazine or website, a Release for Use of Likeness gives you permission from the person in that image.

A Photo Waiver Release Form is a general waiver that can be used for any purpose by any industry. Its purpose is to collect consent from the person which allows the industry to use his photos for any purpose agreed upon by the parties. The waiver refers to any claims that the subject has found in his or her rights.

For those of you not familiar with NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) contracts, I'm referring to agreements in which an individual (such as an athlete or student) grants a third party (such as a company or university) the right to use their name, image, and likeness for commercial purposes and in exchange for payment.

A photo release consent form is a legal document, which means it needs to include specific information. While there's no exact template, include at least the following: Names of both parties and whether they're giving or receiving permission to use the photo.