Image Policy
At Soca Islands, we strive for utmost transparency regarding the utilisation of your photographs for promotional and sales purposes related to our expeditions. Additionally, we aim to clarify the instances in which you will receive due recognition as the photographer. In pursuit of these objectives, we have formulated the following Image Use Policy. Its purpose is to provide you with comprehensive insights into the procedures following the incorporation of your photograph into our esteemed Image Library. It is essential to acknowledge that any and all images submitted to Soca Islands through the provided channels will be seamlessly integrated into our Image Library.
This policy applies to photographs we receive in the following ways:
- Photographs submitted to Soca Islands from travellers as part of adventure feedback;
- Photographs posted within any of Soca Islands’ WhatsApp groups
- Photographs posted on any of Soca Islands’ Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts;
- Photographs submitted as part of any competition conducted by Soca Islands;
- Photographs submitted by contributors to our blog as part of a published article;
- Photographs submitted by employees of Soca Islands following the completion of a Free of Charge (FOC) trip;
- Photographs submitted by freelance photographers, social media influencers and brand ambassadors who have an agreement with Soca Islands to provide written and visual content.
- Any other photographs submitted to Soca Islands that do not fall into the above categories.
How will my photography be used?
Once a photograph has been added to our Image Library, it may be used in a variety of ways to promote and sell Soca Islands adventures, including (but not limited to):
- On our website;
- In our marketing material and assets across social media;
- As part of our digital brochures;
- Photographs from our Image Library may also be shared with third parties to promote or sell our adventures.
When will I be credited for my work?
We will credit your work wherever possible, although this may not be possible in all circumstances. Soca Islands retains final discretion as to when credit will be provided.
What do I do if I no longer want Soca Islands to use my photography?
You can ask Soca Islands to stop using your photographs as part of our Image Library at any time. Simply write to us at explore@socaislands.com and request that your photograph be removed. Please make sure to include your full name and a description of the photograph(s) you would like to have removed.
Our Privacy Policy
It’s important to note that photographs may be submitted together with personal details. For more information on how your personal details are managed, please refer to the Soca Islands Privacy Policy on our website.
This image policy was last updated on March 01st 2024.
If you require a copy of Soca Islands LLC terms and conditions before this date, please contact explore@socaislands.com