Am I allowed to publish photos of other people in Norway?
As a main rule no — you cannot publish a photo where a person is the main subject, without consent. This follows from Copyright Act §104, the right to one's own image. Consent is required while the person lives and for 15 years after the year of death. Photos of children may only be published with the consent of those holding parental responsibility. There are exceptions: photos with current and general interest (news value), crowds and events of general interest, or where the person is less important than the main content. Public figures in their role tolerate more. Unlawful publication can bring damages and a demand to remove the image.
📋 The rules
- Consent required if the person is the main subject
- Follows Copyright Act §104 (right to one's own image)
- Consent while the person lives and 15 years after death
- Photos of children: consent from the parental guardian
- Exceptions for news photos and crowds
🔓 Exceptions
- Photos of crowds and events where no one is the main subject
- Public figures in their public role, such as a politician at a podium
- Photos with current and general interest (news value)
⚠️ Penalties & fines
Unlawful publication can bring damages and compensation, a demand to remove the image, and in serious cases criminal liability. The Data Protection Authority can also act under the privacy rules.
📎 Official sources
- Copyright Act §104 · Lovdata →
- Data Protection Authority · Photos and privacy →
- NDLA · Copyright and privacy →
❓ Frequently asked
Can I publish photos of other people?
As a main rule not without consent if the person is the main subject of the photo, under Copyright Act §104.
Can I share photos of children?
Only with the consent of those holding parental responsibility. Photos of children require extra caution.
When can I publish without consent?
For news photos of general interest, crowds, events, or where the person is less important than the main content.
Can I publish photos of public figures?
Public figures in their public role tolerate more, such as a politician at a podium, if it has news value.
What can happen if I publish unlawfully?
You may have to pay damages and remove the image, and in serious cases risk criminal liability.
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