Terms of use

Plain terms for using Plate Archive. By using the site you accept them.

The images

The plates featured here are in the public domain or released under Creative Commons Zero (CC0). You may download and reuse them freely, including commercially, without permission or attribution. We show the rights status for each work; if you are outside the U.S./EU, confirm the position in your own jurisdiction before relying on it.

Downloads & packs

A free web-resolution download is offered for browsing and reuse. Where we offer a paid high-resolution pack, you are paying for the curation and convenience of a compiled, print-ready collection — not for exclusive rights to public-domain works, which remain free to everyone. Each pack states its contents. Payments are handled by Stripe.

Affiliate links

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“As is”, no warranty

The site and its data are provided “as is”, without warranty. We take care with accuracy but do not guarantee it, and we are not liable for losses arising from use of the site to the extent permitted by law.

Our site & other rights

The compilation, design and original text of Plate Archive are ours. Institution names, brands and trademarks belong to their respective owners. If you believe something here infringes your rights, contact us and we will review it promptly.

Contact & governing law

Operated by Westcountry Hosting Ltd. Questions: [email protected]. These terms are governed by the laws of England & Wales.