What can I upload to Wikimedia Commons?

Any freely licensed media file (images, sound, video, etc.) that is useful for any Wikimedia project can be uploaded. For acceptable file types, see Commons:File types. The licenses must allow for commercial use and the creation of derivative works.

How do you add to Wikimedia Commons?

To upload files to Wikimedia Commons, use the Upload Wizard. Go to the Upload Wizard on Wikimedia Commons. You can always get to it from the Upload file link in the menu on the left. On the first page of the wizard, read the illustration to understand whether Wikimedia Commons can accept your upload.

Is everything on Wikimedia Commons copyright free?

Wikimedia Commons only accepts free content, that is, images and other media files that are not subject to copyright restrictions which would prevent them being used by anyone, anytime, for any purpose.

Is Wikimedia Commons a reliable source?

Wikimedia Commons is not uniformly peer reviewed; while readers may correct errors or remove erroneous suggestions they have no legal duty to do so and thus all information seen here is without any implied warranty of fitness for any purpose or use whatsoever.

How do I contribute to a photo on Wikipedia?

How do I add images to a wiki page?

  1. Go to Wiki. Select the Wiki tool from the Tool Menu of your site.
  2. Click Edit.
  3. Select the Image icon in the editor toolbar.
  4. Preview content. (Optional)
  5. Click Save. Once you have finishing editing the page, click Save.

How do I upload content to Wikipedia?

How to Post your File to a Wiki.

  1. Using your browser, navigate to the wiki.
  2. Create an account and log in.
  3. Find where to put your information.
  4. Upload.
  5. Get the link to your file.
  6. Add File Link to Your Entry.
  7. Proofread your page and make sure the link works.

How do I upload an image to Wikipedia?

How do I add images to a wiki page?

  1. Go to Wiki. Select the Wiki tool from the Tool Menu of your site.
  2. Click Edit.
  3. Select the Image icon in the editor toolbar.
  4. Select the image from Resources.
  5. Or, upload the file.
  6. Click Continue.
  7. Preview content.
  8. Click Save.

Why is Wikimedia blocked?

Yesterday, we were disappointed to learn that the Wikimedia Foundation’s application for observer status at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) was blocked due to opposition by China for the second time after its initial application in 2020.