Use your own material
Whenever possible, use observations, photographs and media that you created yourself.
Use policy
Responsible use of records and images
iNat BioPoster Beta is intended for your own records and photographs, or third-party material only when you have explicit permission from the observer, photographer or rights holder.
Get explicit permission
If you use records or images from another observer, obtain clear permission before publishing or sharing a poster.
Respect attribution
Keep credits, observer names and copyright information accurate and visible when required.
Protect sensitive locations
Avoid exposing exact locations of rare, threatened or privately located species.
Before publishing a poster
- Confirm that you have the right to use the records and images.
- Check whether the species or location is sensitive.
- Keep credits and observer information accurate.
- Prefer private or generalized locations when exact coordinates should not be shared.
User responsibility: The user is responsible for ensuring they have the right to use all records, media and associated information included in any poster or report.