: Send a formal request detailing how, where, and for how long you intend to use the image.

If you have no budget, look for images that don't require a purchase:

: Never rely on a verbal "okay." Use a formal license agreement or a written invoice that clearly states the granted rights. 4. Alternatives: Free & Public Domain

: If you found an image online and want to buy it, use tools like Pixsy or Google Images to find the original creator or agency.

: Images on sites like Flickr often only require attribution to the creator.