Welcome to PNG Valley! These Terms and Conditions (“Terms,” “Terms of Service,” or “Agreement”) govern your access to and use of our website at pngvalley.com and all related services, features, and content (collectively, the “Service”). By accessing or using PNG Valley, you agree to be legally bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our website.
1. Purpose of Website
Through PNG Valley (pngvalley.com), users can search, browse, preview, and download visual content including PNG images, vectors, illustrations, backgrounds, templates, text effects, 3D resources, and design elements in various formats and specifications related to such content.
Search results may provide content owned by PNG Valley (“PNG Valley content”), content uploaded by third parties or contributors (“contributor content”), and other cooperative agency content (“agent content”). These contents are clearly distinguished in the copyright attribution and licensing information of the work.
2. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing, browsing, registering for, or using PNG Valley in any manner, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions, as well as our Privacy Policy, DMCA Policy, and any other policies referenced herein.
If you are accessing or using PNG Valley on behalf of a company, organization, or other legal entity, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind such entity to these Terms.
If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not access or use PNG Valley. Your continued use of our Service following any modifications to these Terms constitutes your acceptance of those changes.
3. Eligibility & Age Requirements
To use PNG Valley, you must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Minimum Age: You must be at least 13 years old (or 16 years old if you are a resident of the European Economic Area).
- Legal Capacity: You must have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements under the laws of your jurisdiction.
- Parental Consent: If you are under 18, you should review these Terms with a parent or legal guardian who agrees to be bound by these Terms on your behalf.
- Geographic Eligibility: You must not be located in a country subject to international embargoes or sanctions that would prohibit the use of our Service.
- No Account Suspension: You must not have been previously suspended, banned, or removed from PNG Valley.
4. Description of Service
PNG Valley is a digital platform that provides free graphic resources to creators, designers, marketers, students, and businesses worldwide. Our Service includes but is not limited to:
- Free PNG Images: Transparent background images across various categories.
- Vectors: Scalable vector graphics for design projects.
- Backgrounds: High-quality background images and patterns.
- Templates: Pre-designed templates for various use cases.
- Illustrations: Original illustrations and graphic designs.
- Text Effects: Stylized text and typography resources.
- 3D Resources: Three-dimensional models and renders.
- AI Tools: Artificial intelligence-powered design tools (where available).
5. License & Permitted Use
Subject to your compliance with these Terms, PNG Valley grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable, worldwide license to access and use our resources for both personal and commercial purposes.
5.1 PNG Valley Own Content Usage
PNG Valley original material (labeled “Commercial Use” on the picture) is a work created by the PNG Valley design team and contract designers uploaded to the PNG Valley platform. Users who download content from PNG Valley can use it for commercial purposes, but are not allowed to sublicense the original works.
If there is a portrait of a real person in the original work, the portrait will only be displayed as a template and the user should replace the portrait they are using. If the user can reach the portrait person and obtain permission, the user can use the picture without replacing the portrait.
5.2 How to Attribute PNG Valley Content
Free users can browse the image detailed page to understand how to credit our website and the rights holders. If you use our content on social media, you need to mark the website link “pngvalley.com” and the rights holder’s information.
Attribution is appreciated for all resources. Some specific resources may require attribution as noted on individual download pages.
5.3 Permitted Uses
✅ You MAY:
- Use for personal projects (social media, gifts, hobbies)
- Use in commercial projects (websites, mobile apps, ads, marketing)
- Modify, edit, crop, recolor, and adapt resources
- Use in client work and freelance design services
- Incorporate into printed materials (brochures, flyers, books)
- Use in YouTube videos, podcasts, digital content
- Share your final design projects on social media and portfolios
❌ You MAY NOT:
- Resell, redistribute, or sublicense our resources as standalone files
- Claim our resources as your own original work
- Use in trademarks, brand logos intended for legal protection
- Mint or sell as NFTs or blockchain assets
- Use in defamatory, obscene, or illegal content
- Upload to other stock image websites or marketplaces
- Use for spam, phishing, malware activities
- Scrape, harvest, or bulk download using automated tools
6. Trademark & Logo License
The content submitted by contributors may contain trademarks and product appearances. Due to the regional nature of intellectual property rights and the massive amount of website content, PNG Valley cannot determine whether trademarks are protected by monopoly in the country where you use them. They are only displayed as visual effects.
Detailed Trademark Usage Rules:
- For personal learning use only: The legal rights and interests of trademarks and product appearances are protected by the laws of different regions. Unless otherwise specified, you can only use it for personal study, research, or appreciation.
- Commercial use restriction: The content cannot be modified, executed, published, or transferred to any other person for commercial purpose. Otherwise, you should replace the above trademark or product design (for example, Facebook trademark, held by Meta Platforms, Inc.).
- Brand guidelines: Follow the brand guidelines of respected organizations. Any use shall not be carried out in the form of unfair competition.
⚠️ Important: Obtain commercial authorization of trademarks and product appearance through the appropriate license from the trademark owner before commercial use.
7. Print on Demand (POD) Usage
POD services allow you to upload products/designs and only print/make customer orders (e.g., RedBubble, Amazon Merch, Zazzle, Teespring, etc.). However, you must ensure that PNG Valley resources are NOT the main element of the design.
For example, you cannot sell t-shirts, mugs, vinyls, calendars, etc., if these have an image from PNG Valley as the main element. You must use your own designs or third-party designs to create the main composition and use PNG Valley images as backgrounds or secondary elements.
✅ With Basic POD - You CAN:
- Create and upload crafts and graphics to POD sites that are vastly different from the original
- Use fonts to create quotes, sentences, word art and upload to POD sites
- Generate unlimited sales via POD sites
- Ship valid POD products worldwide
❌ With Basic POD - You CANNOT:
- Simply upload designs without adding distinctive new design elements
- Combine multiple products to create a “new” design and sell that
- Use a single PNG Valley resource as the dominant element
- Sell PNG Valley content as standalone digital files
8. Restrictions on Image Content Use
You cannot use PNG Valley image content in the following ways:
- Beyond license scope: Use image content other than as explicitly provided by the license you obtained.
- Offensive depictions: When depicting any character (“model”) portrayed in the picture content, the way it is portrayed makes the normal person feel offended, including but not limited to portraying the model as: (a) with obscene works, adult video, or adult entertainment venues, accompanying services, dating services; (b) related to advertising activities of tobacco products; (c) participation in political activities; (d) suffering from physical or mental illness; or (e) participating in unethical or illegal activities.
- Defamatory use: Use any image content in obscene works, defamatory content, or false content, or in ways that would be considered defamatory, obscene, or illegal.
- Resale prohibition: Resale, redistribution, access, sharing, or transfer of any image content or rights, except as expressly provided herein.
- Trademark infringement: Use image content in a manner that infringes the trademark or intellectual property rights of any third party.
- Logo creation: Use any image content (in whole or in part) as a trademark, service mark, logo, or other mark of origin.
- False attribution: Falsely imply that the content of the image is created or claimed to be the copyright of someone other than you or the copyright holder.
9. AI Content & Generative AI Policy
📌 2026 Update: As AI technology evolves, we have established clear guidelines for using PNG Valley resources with artificial intelligence tools.
9.1 AI Training Data Restrictions
You are strictly prohibited from using PNG Valley resources to:
- Train, fine-tune, or develop any AI model, machine learning system, or neural network
- Create training datasets for AI image generators, text-to-image models, or generative AI systems
- Use as input for AI scraping bots, web crawlers, or automated data collection tools
- Bypass our security to extract resources at scale for AI development purposes
9.2 AI-Enhanced Design Work
You may use PNG Valley resources with AI tools for:
- Personal design enhancement using AI image editors (background removal, upscaling, etc.)
- Creating composite designs where PNG Valley content is one of many elements
- AI-assisted design workflows for legitimate creative projects
- Inspiration and reference for human-created original works
9.3 AI-Generated Content Responsibility
If you use AI tools to create new content based on or incorporating PNG Valley resources:
- You are solely responsible for the AI-generated output and its use
- The AI-generated content must comply with all applicable laws and these Terms
- You must disclose AI involvement where required by law or platform rules
- PNG Valley retains all rights to the original resources used as input
9.4 Our AI Tools (When Available)
Where PNG Valley provides AI-powered tools, your use is subject to additional terms displayed at the time of use. We may collect anonymized usage data to improve our AI features in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
10. Free vs Premium Resources
PNG Valley currently offers all resources free of charge. However, we reserve the right to introduce premium content, paid subscriptions, or membership tiers in the future. Any such changes will be clearly communicated and will not affect resources you have already downloaded under the free license.
Free Resources Include:
- Standard download access without registration (where available)
- Personal and commercial use rights
- No watermarks on downloaded files
- Multiple file formats where applicable
Future Premium Features (if introduced):
- Extended commercial license
- Higher resolution downloads
- Exclusive premium content
- Ad-free browsing experience
- Priority customer support
- Bulk download options
11. User Accounts & Responsibilities
While many features of PNG Valley are accessible without registration, certain features may require you to create an account. When you create an account, you agree to:
- Provide Accurate Information: Submit truthful, current, and complete information.
- Maintain Security: Choose a strong password and keep it confidential.
- Single User: Your account is for your personal use only.
- Responsibility for Activity: You are solely responsible for all activities under your account.
- Notify Us: Inform us immediately if you suspect any unauthorized use.
- One Account Per Person: You may not create multiple accounts to circumvent restrictions.
12. Prohibited Activities
You agree NOT to engage in any of the following prohibited activities while using PNG Valley:
- Using the Service for any unlawful purpose or in violation of local, national, or international laws
- Infringing upon the intellectual property rights, privacy rights, or publicity rights of others
- Harassing, abusing, threatening, or defaming any person, group, or entity
- Submitting false, misleading, or fraudulent information
- Uploading or distributing viruses, malware, worms, trojans, or any malicious code
- Attempting to gain unauthorized access to our servers, databases, or user accounts
- Interfering with or circumventing security features, rate limits, or access controls
- Using automated tools, bots, scrapers, or spiders to access or copy content without permission
- Engaging in any activity that disrupts, damages, or impairs the Service
- Reverse engineering, decompiling, or disassembling any part of our Service
- Posting spam, advertisements, or unsolicited promotional content
- Impersonating any person, entity, or PNG Valley staff member
- Collecting personal information about other users without their consent
- Training AI models on our content without express permission (see Section 9)
13. Intellectual Property Rights
All content on PNG Valley, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, illustrations, software, code, design elements, and the compilation thereof (collectively, “Content”), is the property of PNG Valley, its content suppliers, contributors, or licensors. This Content is protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
Our Rights:
- The PNG Valley name, logo, branding, and trade dress are trademarks of PNG Valley
- The selection, arrangement, and compilation of all Content is our exclusive property
- The website design, layout, and user interface are protected by copyright
- Software, code, and algorithms powering our Service are proprietary
Your Rights:
While we grant you a license to use our resources (as detailed in Section 5), this license does not transfer ownership of the Content to you. All intellectual property rights remain with PNG Valley and its licensors.
14. User-Generated Content
By submitting any content to PNG Valley, including but not limited to comments, feedback, reviews, designs, uploads, suggestions, or any other materials (collectively, “User Content”), you grant PNG Valley a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, transferable, and sublicensable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, distribute, and display such User Content.
Your Representations and Warranties:
- You own or have all necessary rights to the User Content you submit
- Your User Content does not infringe any third-party intellectual property, privacy, or publicity rights
- Your User Content is accurate, lawful, and not misleading
- Your User Content complies with these Terms and all applicable laws
Removal Rights:
We reserve the right to monitor, review, edit, or remove any User Content at our sole discretion, without notice.
15. DMCA & Copyright Infringement
PNG Valley respects the intellectual property rights of others. We comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and similar copyright laws worldwide.
Reporting Copyright Infringement:
If you believe that any content on PNG Valley infringes your copyright, please submit a DMCA notice containing:
- A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized representative
- Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
- Identification of the infringing material with sufficient detail
- Your contact information (name, address, phone number, email)
- A statement that you have a good-faith belief that the use is not authorized
- A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information is accurate
Submit DMCA notices through our DMCA Policy page or contact us via the Contact Form.
Repeat Infringers:
We will terminate accounts of users who are determined to be repeat infringers of intellectual property rights.
16. Third-Party Services & Links
PNG Valley may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources that are not owned or controlled by us. These links are provided for your convenience only.
No Endorsement:
- We do not endorse, approve, or assume responsibility for any third-party websites or content
- We have no control over the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites
- Your interactions with third-party services are governed by their own terms and policies
- We are not liable for any damage arising from your use of third-party services
17. Advertising & Cookies
PNG Valley is supported by advertising revenue. We display advertisements through Google AdSense and our trusted third-party advertising partners. By using our Service, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
Advertising Rights:
- We reserve the right to display advertisements anywhere on our website
- Ads may include text, banners, video, native ads, and sponsored content
- Ad content is determined by ad networks and may be personalized based on your interests
- Google AdSense uses the DoubleClick DART cookie for ad serving
Cookie Usage:
We use cookies and similar technologies for site functionality, analytics, and advertising. For detailed information, please refer to our Cookie Policy and Privacy Policy.
Ad-Related Disclaimers:
- We are not responsible for the content of third-party advertisements
- We do not endorse products or services advertised on our site
- Your interactions with advertisers are solely between you and the advertiser
18. Disclaimer of Warranties
PNG Valley provides the Service on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis, without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, we expressly disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to:
- Warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement
- Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, completeness, or timeliness of content
- Warranties that the Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
- Warranties regarding the quality of resources, products, or services
- Warranties that defects will be corrected or that the Service is free of viruses
Use of the Service is entirely at your own risk.
19. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall PNG Valley, its directors, officers, employees, affiliates, agents, contractors, or licensors be liable for any:
- Direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
- Loss of profits, revenue, data, business opportunities, or goodwill
- Damages resulting from use or inability to use the Service
- Damages from third-party services, websites, or content linked from PNG Valley
- Damages from unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
Maximum Liability: In no event shall our total cumulative liability exceed the greater of (a) the amount you have paid us in the preceding 12 months (which is zero, as our service is free), or (b) one hundred US dollars ($100).
20. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless PNG Valley, its parent company, subsidiaries, affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, contractors, licensors, and partners from and against any and all claims arising out of or relating to:
- Your violation of these Terms or any of our policies
- Your use or misuse of the Service or downloaded resources
- Your violation of any law or regulation
- Your violation of any third-party rights
- Any User Content you submit, post, or share through the Service
- Any fraudulent, negligent, or intentional misconduct by you
21. Termination
We reserve the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate your access to PNG Valley at any time, with or without notice, for any reason or no reason, including:
- Violation of these Terms or any of our policies
- Engagement in prohibited activities as outlined in Section 12
- Repeated copyright infringement or DMCA violations
- Threats to the security, integrity, or availability of the Service
- Inactivity for an extended period
Effect of Termination:
- Your right to access and use the Service will cease immediately
- You must stop using all resources downloaded under these Terms
- Provisions that by their nature should survive termination will continue to apply
22. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
These Terms and your use of PNG Valley shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
Jurisdiction:
Any legal action arising out of or relating to these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the competent courts located in Punjab, Pakistan.
Informal Dispute Resolution:
Before filing any formal claim, you agree to attempt to resolve disputes informally by contacting us through our Contact Form. We will work in good faith to resolve any issues within 60 days.
Class Action Waiver:
You agree that any disputes will be resolved on an individual basis only, and you waive any right to participate in class action lawsuits or class-wide arbitration.
23. Force Majeure
PNG Valley shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including:
- Natural disasters (earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, fires)
- Acts of war, terrorism, or civil unrest
- Pandemics, epidemics, or public health emergencies
- Government actions, sanctions, or regulatory changes
- Internet outages, cyberattacks, or DDoS attacks
- Power failures, network failures, or infrastructure disruptions
24. General Provisions
Severability:
If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
Entire Agreement:
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, DMCA Policy, and any other policies referenced herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and PNG Valley.
Waiver:
Our failure to enforce any right shall not be deemed a waiver.
Assignment:
You may not assign or transfer these Terms without our prior written consent.
Relationship:
Nothing in these Terms shall be construed to create any partnership, joint venture, employment, agency, or franchise relationship.
25. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify, update, or replace these Terms at any time, in our sole discretion.
How We Notify You:
- Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of these Terms
- Posting prominent notices on our website
- Sending email notifications to registered users for material changes
- Providing at least 30 days notice for significant changes (where legally required)
Your Responsibility:
Your continued use of PNG Valley after any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.