unwatermarked
Unwatermarked is an adjective used to describe media—such as images, videos, or documents—that lack a watermark, a visible or semi-transparent mark added by a creator or rights holder to indicate ownership or provenance. The term is commonly used in contexts such as stock photography, publishing, and digital distribution to distinguish content that has not had ownership marks applied.
In stock and online media, previews are often displayed with watermarks to deter unauthorized use. Higher-quality,
Legal and ethical considerations surround unwatermarked content. Watermarks serve as a deterrent to misuse and help
Technical notes note that a lack of a visible watermark does not necessarily indicate free or unrestricted
See also: watermark, copyright, licensing, stock photography, digital rights management.