Virtual CDs - Frequently asked questions
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- What is a Virtual CD?
- Why are your CDs virtual?
- Can I get a physical CD if I want one?
- How do I see what is on the CD?
- I don't want all of the images on the CD - can I buy some of them?
- Can I select a group of royalty-free images and compile my own VCD?
- How many images are on each CD and what do they cost?
- How do I buy them? And how do I access them after purchase?
- Can I share my VCD?
- Are there are any restrictions on how the images can be used?
- What kind of VCDs do you have?
What is a Virtual CD?
Virtual CDs contain themed collections of royalty-free images for a set price. Instead of being on a disc, they are stored in your online Alamy account. You can download any or all of the images straight away from your account and access them time and time again.
Why are your CDs virtual?
The Virtual CD has many advantages over its physical counterpart:
- You can download the images straight after purchase rather than waiting for them to arrive in the post or via courier.
- You do not have to pay additional postage or delivery fees.
- Virtual CD images are always available for download and cannot be lost.
- You can buy new material from contributors who do not sell on physical discs because of the packaging and mastering costs.
In summary, Virtual CDs give you instant and easy access to big brand and specialist royalty-free material at great prices.
Can I get a physical CD if I want one?
No, we do not stock physical copies of the Virtual CDs.
How do I see what is on the CD?
You can click on the Virtual CD image and see all the images on it. You can also include the whole VCD in a lightbox and send it on to a colleague.
I don't want all of the images on the CD - can I buy some of them?
We offer VCDs as a cost effective way of purchasing a group of similarly themed images. The price is a package deal. Each image on the VCD is also available for purchase under an individually priced royalty-free licence.
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Can I select a group of royalty-free images and compile my own VCD?
No, but our sales team is happy to negotiate prices on single royalty-free images bought in quantity.
How many images are on each CD and what do they cost?
Alamy is a portal carrying many different royalty-free brands and VCDs, all priced individually by the contributor.The number of images per Virtual CD also varies.
How do I buy them? And how do I access them after purchase?
Virtual CDs can be bought in the same way as a single image and, like a single image, will remain in your account. You can access images on your Virtual CD by:
- Logging in to 'My Alamy' - top right of any page on the Alamy site.
- Clicking on 'View all previously purchased Virtual CDs'.
- You can download the images from here as many times as you wish at any time.
Can I share my VCD?
Colleagues within your company can use the images on the Virtual CD within the terms of Alamy's RF End-User Licence Agreement. You cannot share the images on the Virtual CD with external companies or customers.
Are there are any restrictions on how the images can be used?
These are detailed in the Alamy RF End-User Licence Agreement. Please ensure you read and understand the licence terms fully and/or contact Alamy if you are unsure of restrictions.
What kind of VCDs do you have?
We have a wide range of VCDs. Here is a small selection of the collections available: