Image Bank

The Leiden University image bank is a digital database where professionally created images are stored, available for use by university staff and students. These images have been created by professional photographers and are specifically intended for Leiden University's communication materials.

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Vragen, of wil je leren welke functies de nieuwe beeldbank heeft? Lees de handleiding of kijk de instructievideo waarin alle nieuwe functies worden uitgelegd. 

Vragen, of wil je leren welke functies de nieuwe beeldbank heeft? Lees de handleiding of kijk de instructievideo waarin alle nieuwe functies worden uitgelegd. 

The images in the university image bank can be used for all official Leiden University communications, including:

• Print: brochures, flyers, posters, reports, newsletters
• Digital communications: websites, email campaigns, digital presentations
• Social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter posts
• Press releases and news articles
• Event materials: banners, invitations, programme booklets
• Educational materials: presentations, course materials

Important: Check Usage Rights

Note: Not every image in the image bank automatically has the same usage rights. Before using an image, you must always check the specific rights associated with it.

Checking Rights Information:

• Check the metadata of each image for usage rights.
• Note any restrictions on use.
• Verify that the image is suitable for your specific application.
• If in doubt, contact the image editors.

Search Functions
The image bank has extensive search functions:

• Search by keyword
• Filter by category (e.g., students, buildings, events)
• Sort by date or popularity
• Search by photographer

Image Quality

All images in the image bank are of professional quality and suitable for both print and digital applications. Different resolutions are available, depending on your specific needs.

Download Process

1. Select the desired image.
2. Check the rights information.
3. Choose the appropriate resolution for your application.
4. Download the image to your computer.
5. Use the image in accordance with the specified rights.

Uploading

Not everyone has permission to upload images. We do this to monitor the quality of our image bank. If you would like permission to upload, please contact the image editors.

Questions? Please contact the Image editors.