MediaWiki:Uploadtext

From Bourne End Bucks One Place Study

Use the form below to upload files. To view or search previously uploaded files go to the list of uploaded files. Uploads and reuploads are also logged in the upload log. Deletions are logged in the deletion log.

To include a file in a page, use a link in one of the following forms:

  • [[File:File.jpg]] to use the full version of the file
  • [[File:File.png|200px|thumb|left|Caption]] to use a 200-pixel-wide rendition in a box in the left margin with the text "Caption" below
  • [[Media:File.ogg]] for directly linking to the file without displaying the file

Uploading Historic Photos & Media

Please follow these guidelines to ensure proper copyright and attribution:

  • Out of Copyright / Public Domain: Use for historic photos where copyright has expired (e.g., author died over 70 years ago, or pre-1956 photos).
  • Owner gave permission to share freely - Creative Commons (CC-BY-SA 2.5): Use when the owner/donor has explicitly granted permission for the image to be shared freely with credit.
  • Donor Collections / Restricted: Use if a donor granted permission only for display on our society website.
  • Unknown Copyright: Use for historic items (like postcards or old family prints) where the original photographer is unidentifiable.

Important: Always include a brief description of the item and state the source or donor in the summary box below.