What content can I republish?

We encourage other news organizations and publications to reuse our content free of charge. We share all stories and photographs produced by ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ staff under .

And it’s really free?

Absolutely.

What Creative Commons license does ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ use?

We publish under the . This license allows all news outlets — including for-profit news organizations that charge for subscriptions and accept advertising — to republish our content free of charge.

What if my question isn’t here or I need clarification?

We’ve got the answer. Please email News-Web@kff.org or use this form.

Republishing Stories

What are your story requirements?

We don’t ask much. Just:

• Include a byline with the reporter’s name and ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ.
• Preserve all story hyperlinks.
• Maintain any tagline at the bottom of the story. The standard attribution is:
  
• Share traffic and engagement information with us after the story appears, when possible. We won’t share this data beyond ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ. Knowing how many of your readers view our work and how long they stay on the page is important to making sure we write stories that are of interest to your audience.

Can I alter or edit stories?

Yes, with ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ permission, news partners can make changes such as localizing the content for your area, using a different headline, or shortening story text. Contact us to ensure your edits are OK. If you use our material in whole or in part, you must attribute it to ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ and link to the original story.

Are NPR stories available to republish?

Yes, for stories reported by ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ in partnership with NPR, please credit ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ, the partner station, and NPR.

How do I know if a story cannot be republished?

If a story is labeled “All Rights Reserved,” ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ cannot grant permission to republish that item.

Can ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ material appear on pages with ads?

Yes, it’s fine for our content to be used in print or online pages with advertising.

Can ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ material be used to create advertising?

No, it cannot.

Can ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ material be used in commercial products such as academic textbooks and conference presentations?

Please check with ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ. Frequently we approve such requests.

Republishing Photos and Illustrations

Can I use your photos and illustrations?

Images shot by ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ staff photographers or reporters may be available for republication for noncommercial use only with the original story published with the photo(s). ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ often contracts with freelance photographers who usually, but not always, allow their work to be published by our media partners with the original story.

So how do I know if a photo or illustration can be republished?

It can be tricky, so the best way to confirm that an image is available for use with the original story is to contact us at NewsWeb@kff.org or use this form.

Generally, if a photo caption credits ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ as the image source, it is likely you can republish that image, but you must contact us.

When ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ licenses editorial photos from wire services such as The Associated Press and Getty Images, we cannot grant republishing rights to those, although we can for some Getty Images illustrations.

What are the requirements for republishing photos?

When using our images, you will be advised to:

• Maintain correct caption information.
• Credit the photographer and ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ in the caption. For example: (Lynne Shallcross/³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ)
• Do not digitally alter images.
• Use images only in the context of the original story.

Can I use your images in commercial advertisements or promotions?

No. See details on our .

Republishing Videos, Podcasts, and Data Visualizations

Can I use ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ videos?

Yes. All videos produced by ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ are and can be embedded with its player. If you want a video shared via Brightcove, or to receive it in a different way, contact us.

Can I post ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ podcasts?

Yes. All ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ podcasts are available here. Contact us if you need the original audio file.

Can I use ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ data visualizations or graphics?

In most cases, yes. We can provide embed codes, images, or raw data files. Contact us with requests.

Getting Our Content and Assets

How do I get a copy of a story?

It’s easy to grab: On article you want to republish, click the “Republish This Story” button displayed under the author’s name. On the next page, either select and copy the text-only version on the left side of the page or click the blue “Copy HTML” button on the right.

How do I republish all your stories?

We have RSS feeds available that can be ingested to your website or intranet. The most commonly used ones are listed here. If there are other subjects for which you’d like a dedicated feed, or if you need other technical assistance, let us know.

Can I get originals or high-resolution versions of your photos?

Yes, they are usually available. To receive the images and a list of captions, email us at NewsWeb@kff.org.

Can I use your logo on republished stories?

Please do. Download a high-resolution PNG file here.

Can you notify me when new ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ stories are available to republish?

Yes, we send a daily email to news partners. Contact us at NewsWeb@kff.org to be added to the list.

Do we have to alert ³Ô¹Ï²»´òìÈ when content is republished?

No, but we’d love it if you did. Please email NewsWeb@kff.org or use this form.

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