All Narfed Up photography and words by Bryan Villarin

Newlaunches.com is using my photo of The Party Button for one of their blog posts.

Problem? I’m upset because they didn’t ask permission and they’re serving tons of ads. So, they’re making money from other people’s content.

I’m not linking to them because I don’t want to drive traffic there. But, if you’re using Firefox and Adblock Plus, it’s okay — you shouldn’t see any of the ads. At the time of this post, I’m currently displayed on page four.

The following is my email exchange with them, trying to get them to remove the photo.

My initial email — 12:51 AM on 3/27/08:

Please remove this post:

http://newlaunches.com/archives/the_ultimate_party_button.php

I did not give you permission to use it.

Thanks.

Newlaunches.com — 7:38 AM on 3/27/08:

Bryan,

We have linked it to your Flickr page. It is cool and would love if it was
on our site. We can link to your homepage if you want.

If you still want we will delete the post.

Regards,
Dhiram

Me — 9:15 AM on 3/27/08:

I’m flattered you think it’s cool and you want it on your site.

I know you’re linking to my Flickr page, however you need to check the copyright before you use someone’s content, *especially since you’re serving a lot of ads on your site*.

If you asked permission first and offered a kickback, it’d be a different story.

I am happy that you’re willing to comply, though, so please delete the post.

Thanks.

It’s now been almost a day without another reply and the post is still there.

Now what?

Update 6:03 AM PDT –

Bryan,

The post has been deleted.

Dhiram

Unfortunately, none of my points were addressed. Clueless.