How you can use our photos of Amsterdam

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The following information pertains to photos of Amsterdam found on
- DutchAmsterdam.nl
- DutchAmsterdam.com
- http://flickr.com/photos/dutchamsterdam/
It also has to do with photos that include, within the embedded IPTC information and/or in descriptive text posted with the photo, a link to this page.
Our original photos are marked © DutchAmsterdam.nl or © DutchAmsterdam.com. In addition, most of our photos only include the domain name or other text, without the copyright mark.

Conditions for use of our photographs
You may use our photographs of Amsterdam only if and when you agree to the requirements stated below. 1The men in the grey suits — the very same guys who came up with our site’s Terms of Service and our Copyright Information — have assured us of their assistance in case we find our photographs used without permission. In that case, a sizable amount of money is likely to change hands (yours to ours).
So here are those requirements…
Online Use
- You may use up to 10 or our photographs on your blog or website, as long as you credit the DutchAmsterdam.nl website.
- You may link to the front page or to any article within our website
- Your photo credit must include the statement:
© DutchAmsterdam.nl — Amsterdam Tourist Guide
- You may not state or imply that your website is endorsed by DutchAmsterdam
- You may use our photos only on family-friendly websites
In Print or Other Offline Use
If you want to include any of our photos of Amsterdam in a commercial product (e.g. books, calendars, screen savers, shareware, et cetera) you need our prior permission in writing.
We do charge (reasonable) fees for photos to be used in a commercial product.
Under certain conditions we do not charge for material used in non-profit projects.
Please contact us.
Acceptable and Prohibited Uses
You may use our photos, with proper attribution as described above, on web sites, in print, or elsewhere. However, you may not sell or resell them.
Our pictures may not be included in a commercial product (e.g. books, calendars, screen savers, T-shirts, Mugs, other printables, et cetera) without our prior permission in writing.
Copyright for DutchAmsterdam’s photos
All photos remain the property of DutchAmsterdam.com.
You should also be aware of our Copyright Policy.
Huge, Searchable Collection of Amsterdam Stock Photos
We live and work in this wonderful city, but even we don’t always have the right photo on hand.
That’s when we turn to Dreamstime, with its huge collection of high-quality Amsterdam photos.

We highly recommend Dreamstime as a good, inexpensive source of Amsterdam stock photos and videos.
Picture Perfect Amsterdam: A Photo Tour Experience
Here’s a fantastic way to get free photos of Amsterdam: Visit the city and take the Photo Tour Experience.
Join this tour for a unique experience in the heart of Amsterdam designed specifically for photography enthusiasts! Led by an experienced guide with a passion for photography, this walking tour promises a visually stunning exploration of the city’s most picturesque spots.
Capture the quintessential Amsterdam shots with historic bridges and charming canals. Plus, get your own photo taken at 3 locations.
Private Professional Photo Shoot in Amsterdam
There’s a time and a place for taking selfies, or for handing your expensive phone or photo gear to perfect strangers (who may be able to outrun you).
Schedule a private photoshoot at the locations of your choice – or let the professional local photographer select some of Amsterdam’s most iconic and most romantic spots. You’ll return home with professionally edited photographs — unique souvenirs.
Footnotes
- 1The men in the grey suits — the very same guys who came up with our site’s Terms of Service and our Copyright Information — have assured us of their assistance in case we find our photographs used without permission. In that case, a sizable amount of money is likely to change hands (yours to ours). ↩︎
Anton and Janet Hein live and work in Amsterdam. We are the publishers of DutchAmsterdam.
Anton was born on a houseboat in the center of Amsterdam, right across from the iconic Westertoren and what later became the Anne Frank House museum. Having lived in nearly every district since then, he knows the city like his own back pocket.
Janet was born in England and raised in Ireland before moving to Amsterdam 43 years ago. Even to date she brings an expat’s perspective to the DutchAmsterdam website.
Last updated Thursday, April 18, 2024 CET (Central European Time)
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