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Can Google Earth images be used for commercial purposes?
If you’d like to use Google Maps content in a television commercial, please refer to our guidelines on “Entertainment and Media” to request brand approval. Note that you may not use Google Earth, or Street View imagery in television commercials.
Is it legal to use Google Earth images?
Google Earth or Earth Studio can be used for purposes such as research, education, film and nonprofit use without needing permission. All content created from Google Earth or Earth Studio must always be properly attributed. Google Earth content may not be used for any commercial or promotional purposes.
Is there copyright on Google Earth?
All of Google’s branded features are protected by applicable trademark, copyright and other intellectual property laws. Depending on how and what feature you would like to reuse in your work, permission may need to be sought from Google first.
Is Google Earth Pro free for commercial use?
Google Earth Pro is free to use.
Can you download Google Earth image?
Open your browser and go to Google Earth View website. Now, click on ‘Explore images’. Click on the left and right arrows on the screen to browse images. Click on the ‘Download Wallpaper’ button to download an image.
Can you export an image from Google Earth?
If neither of those fit your needs, you may export an image from Google Earth or Earth Studio, or capture a screenshot from Google Maps, to add custom labels or graphics using third-party software. While we encourage annotations, you must not significantly alter how Google Maps, Google Earth, Earth Studio, or Street View would look online.
Can you use Google Earth Pro for marketing?
Once you license Google Earth Pro, you can use Google Earth Pro images and data for marketing purposes as long as this data is not sold to any third parties. Additionally, the images must retain their copyright and source information.
Do you need permission to use Google Earth?
Google Earth may not be embedded online or in apps. However, you’re welcome to export and use a handful of static images, with proper attribution, for non-commercial purposes such as news, blogs, educational, recreational, or instructional use.
How to export a KML file in Google Earth?
To download a KML file that contains a link to your data, click the more_vert in Google Earth and select ‘Export as KML file’. Note: The KML file generated in this manner is not compatible with…