Digital images are items of intellectual property (intangible property that is the result of creativity). When a photographer, designer, or artist creates a digital image, they automatically own exclusive rights to their intellectual property. Generally, if the image creator works for a company, the company retains the intellectual property rights. In any case, copyright laws in the United States aim to protect image owners from third parties who may use the intellectual property unfairly or without permission. A Digital Image License allows an image creator to retain their copyright and get paid for the use of their images.