You’ve got a great idea for a blog/social media post but need an image that will really compliment and quickly summarise all the juicy information in your post.
An image that stands out and helps tell the story of your post.
But WHERE can you find websites to download free images that don’t cost an arm and a leg?
Good question!
There are websites where you can download free images – yes, free – no catches.
Did you know that social media posts and blog posts are much more likely to be shared if there’s an image attached?
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TIP: don’t use Google images as many of the images are copyrighted – I’m sure getting sued isn’t on your agenda!
So if you’re looking for free images, check out this list … I use these image websites all the time and always find an image that works perfectly for me. I’m sure you will too.
1. Unsplash
Free (do whatever you want) high-resolution photos. 10 new photos every 10 days.
Website: https://unsplash.com
2. Pixabay
Free high quality images you can use anywhere. Over 350,000 free photos, vectors and art illustrations. This is probably my favourite website to download free images. There’s just so many to choose from!
Website: https://pixabay.com
3. Splitshire
What would you do if you had amazing copyright free real photos? Download free high quality photos with no copyright restrictions. The image categories can be found on the left side of the site.
Website: https://www.splitshire.com
4. Picjumbo
Totally free photos for your commercial & personal works.
Website: https://picjumbo.com
5. Gratisography
Free high-resolution pictures for personal and commercial projects. All pictures were captured by Ryan McGuire of Bells Design. Love this website to download free images – the images are quirky and fun.
Website: http://www.gratisography.com
If I can’t find that perfect image then I use sites such as Dreamstime, Depositphotos and Shutterstock,  that offer a LOT of downloadable images that aren’t actually all that expensive – check them out as well.
Hi, thanks for the list. You can also chceck my free image site here: https://libreshot.com
Thank you
Glad it was useful Martin! And thanks for sharing your site :)
Nice list Keely, Unsplash definitely is one of my favorites!
Superb List
Please also check http://blogpiks.com
1. Well over 30,000 zero cost Pictures.
2. For private or commercial use.
3. No inbound link needed.
4. Numerous business, financial, educational, 3-d character and backdrop pictures.
With thanks