Today's episode is about copyright protection. Should you add a watermark to copyright your drone photos? Or, should you place trust in your client and offer your work without any watermarks?

Our caller is just starting out in the drone business. His first gig involves taking real estate photographs. And he is thinking of forgoing his fees in a bid to kick-start a client relationship. Is it a good idea to watermark photographs? Or, should he rather charge a fee and provide watermark free photos? We discuss some creative alternatives that are sure to interest you. Tune in now. Fly Safe!

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Timestamps

Watch out for our forthcoming episode with famous FBI negotiator Chris Voss

Today's question is about adding watermarks to copyright your drone photos

Does Paul use watermarks to protect his drone photos?

Is it a good idea to offer free work to kick-start a work relationship?

Should you watermark photos that you are offering for free?

Discussing some alternative strategies to copyright your work

Should you offer your drone photos without any watermarks?

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