Watermarking at DVinfo.net

Steve Siegel · February 3rd, 2009, 05:16 PM

Unfortunately, it's often necessary to watermark an uploaded video to deter unauthorized use. I can see where some people might be offended at having a name or logo staring at them through a production. Are there any conventions or rules of etiquette associated with watermarking?

Nicholas de Kock · February 3rd, 2009, 07:03 PM

If you are going to watermark your videos keep it discreet, in the corners or center bottom. Look at your local TV stations for guidance. In my opinion if you don't want your videos used don't put them online.

Tripp Woelfel · February 3rd, 2009, 07:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nicholas de Kock

In my opinion if you don't want your videos used don't put them online.

Agree with Nicholas on watermarking size and location. Also agree with his statement above. If you use one of the popular video hosting sites like YouTube or Vimeo, you're surrendering virtually all of your rights to your piece.

February 3rd, 2009, 05:16 PM	#1
Steve Siegel Major Player Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA Posts: 840	Watermarking Unfortunately, it's often necessary to watermark an uploaded video to deter unauthorized use. I can see where some people might be offended at having a name or logo staring at them through a production. Are there any conventions or rules of etiquette associated with watermarking?

February 3rd, 2009, 07:03 PM	#2
Nicholas de Kock Major Player Join Date: May 2007 Location: KLD, South Africa Posts: 983	If you are going to watermark your videos keep it discreet, in the corners or center bottom. Look at your local TV stations for guidance. In my opinion if you don't want your videos used don't put them online.