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Image Protection on the Web – What Actually Works?
Image Protection on the Web – What Actually Works?

Right-Click Blocking: Not a Real Safeguard

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Disabling right-click on your website may stop casual users from saving your images—but it’s not a reliable form of protection. Tech-savvy users can still:

  • Use browser developer tools to find and download image URLs

  • View source code to access direct image links

  • Disable JavaScript to re-enable right-click

  • Take screenshots

  • Use browser extensions or download managers

  • Apply keyboard shortcuts to save images

In short: if an image is viewable online, it can be copied. Right-click blocking is more of a deterrent than a true security measure.

Better Ways to Protect Your Images

If you’re serious about protecting your work, consider these proven methods:

  • Visible Watermarks: Add logos or copyright text directly to your images to discourage unauthorized use.

  • Invisible Watermarking: Embed hidden copyright data into the image to prove ownership.

  • Low-Resolution Uploads: Upload smaller versions of your images to make them less useful for reproduction.

  • Copyright Notices & Takedowns: Include clear copyright messages and monitor unauthorized usage. You can send takedown requests to hosting providers if needed.

Best Option: Let Copytrack Do the Work for You

Instead of just trying to block downloads, use our free built-in Copytrack service to:

  • Automatically track and find unauthorized image use online

  • Submit claims for stolen images in just a few clicks

  • Enforce your rights with Copytrack’s global network of legal experts

  • Receive compensation directly if your claim is successful

With Copytrack, you’re not only protecting your content—you’re turning misuse into fair payment.

Learn how to connect Copytrack and track your images for free here

Reminder:

You can connect your Vsble site to Copytrack in just a few clicks. Your images sync automatically, and within 24 hours, your account is upgraded to handle up to 2,500 images. You can also manually manage or upload additional images directly in your Copytrack dashboard.

Protect smarter, not harder.

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