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All silhouette resources on OpenSilhouette.org are available for free under the following terms of use. They can be used in web design, slides, printed materials, videos, and other creative works.

Please make sure to follow the prohibited uses listed below.

Prohibited Uses

FAQ

Q: Do I need to report when I use silhouettes?

A: Not at all. If you want to share, feel free to post on Twitter or other platforms. (Replies may be delayed or unavailable — apologies in advance.)

Q: Does it cost money to use the silhouettes?

A: No, they are completely free.

Q: Do I need to include copyright attribution?

A: No attribution is required.

Q: Can I use them in apps or games?

A: Yes, but limited to 30 silhouettes per game/app.

Q: Can I use them in TV or online videos?

A: Absolutely, go ahead.

Q: Can I modify the illustrations?

A: Yes. As long as you’re not selling or redistributing them as standalone assets, you can freely recolor, edit, and adapt them for your designs.

Q: Can I use them in slides and share the slides?

A: Yes, you are welcome to use them in presentations.

Q: Can I use them in brochures, flyers, or similar designs for sale/distribution?

A: Yes, feel free to do so.

Q: Can students use them in school projects or design contests?

A: From our side, yes. However, please make sure it also complies with your school or contest rules.

Q: Can I use them in a logo and register a trademark?

A: No. Using silhouettes as part of a trademark is not allowed, as it would prevent others (including us) from using them. → Please hire a designer for trademarked logos.

Q: Can I use them for merchandise or T-shirts?

A: Yes, but limited to 15 unique products in total.

Q: Can I transfer the copyright to a client?

A: No, because it would block us and other users from using the resources.

Q: I cannot open the files in Illustrator. What should I do?

A: The silhouettes are created with modern versions of Illustrator. If you use an older version, try opening the SVG file.

Q: The SVG I downloaded looks broken.

A: Some complex silhouettes may not render perfectly in SVG. In such cases, please use the PNG or consider opening in Illustrator (.ai).

Closing Note

We hope you enjoy using these silhouettes in your creative projects. Please respect these terms so everyone can benefit from this free resource.

— The OpenSilhouette Team

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