# Photo Consent Tool | Stay on top of consent statements Request, manage and share consent statements with ease. For a photo of employees, event participants, models, etc. Read how to keep control. Source: https://kontainer.com/photo-consent-tool Photo Consent Tool # Stay on top of your consent agreements ![It's very user-friendly in the media library for public organizations](https://cms.kontainer.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Photo-Consent-Tool_Customizable-module-1200x1200.webp?v=1784116882) Not sure, which image you may use for how long and for which marketing channel? Kontainer’s GDPR-compliant Photo Consent Tool allows you to be in full control of your assets. Never lose track of image rights again. [Book presentation](https://kontainer.com/book-demo)[WATCH Walkthrough](https://youtu.be/Fnt09azwpsU) 300+ organizations have chosen Kontainer FLEXIBLE, USER-FRIENDLY SOLUTION ## Get photo consent when and where you need it Kontainer is a user-friendly [DAM system](https://kontainer.com/de/digital-asset-management) that allows you to organize all your files in one place. Our consent tool is an integrated part of Kontainer, ensuring you always maintain full overview and control of your digital media. On our intuitive platform, you get all the tools you need to easily and quickly manage licenses, consents, and user rights — before, during, and after photos and videos are captured. Fulfil GDPR regulations ## A unified platform for organizing and sharing images, videos, etc. Use the [images in your marketing](https://kontainer.com/using-images-for-marketing) as you wish without being uncertain about where they may be used and for how long. Complying with GDPR and other personal data regulations is simple with Kontainer’s photo consent tool. With facial recognition and automatic image tagging in Kontainer DAM, updating consent for new images becomes significantly faster and more efficient. Kontainer ensures GDPR compliance through easy administration of consent agreements and expiration dates. Using Smart Folders, you can automatically group images with valid consent based on custom rules, ensuring that all available material is approved and GDPR compliant. Why choose Kontainers Consent Tool? Features that ensure user-friendly consent management Obtain clarity in complex consent rights for photos and other files in your Kontainer DAM: ![Kontainer - Tablet & Mobile](https://cms.kontainer.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Kontainer-Digital-Asset-Management-Tablet-Mobile.svg?v=1623315864) Consent Form Obtain consent both before and during the photoshoot via mobile phone, tablet, or PC. ![Kontainer - URL](https://cms.kontainer.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Kontainer-Digital-Asset-Management-Brand-URL-and-look.svg?v=1623238488) E-signature Optional field for e-signature in our flexible consent tool ![Custom Fields](https://cms.kontainer.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/custom-fields.svg?v=1623308862) Additional Fields Create and add additional fields to your consent agreement to get the exact information you need ![expire date icon](https://cms.kontainer.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/file-expiry.svg?v=1692274616) Expiry date control Manage consent agreements based on expiry dates for your assets and select the desired actions. ![face scanning icon](https://cms.kontainer.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/face-recognition-icon.svg?v=1702291543) Facial Recognition Use facial recognition to find all images of the selected person. ![settings icon](https://cms.kontainer.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Kontainer-Digital-Asset-Management-Easy-control-4.svg?v=1787213870) Usage contexts Different usage rights and contexts provide an intuitive overview of the channels and situations you are allowed to use a photo in. ![consent agreement icon](https://cms.kontainer.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/consent-template.svg?v=1787291595) Template – Ready to go Easily create consent statements in 5 minutes directly with our compliant consent template. ![Consent](https://cms.kontainer.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/consent.svg?v=1787222740) Consent overview Get ONE unified overview for all your photos and the according consents. ![Kontainer - User Permissions](https://cms.kontainer.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Kontainer-Digital-Asset-Management-Advanced-User-Permissions.svg?v=1623238215) Advanced User Permissions Assign differentiated view, download and upload rights and access to folders - with or without login. REQUEST CONSENT WHEN YOU NEED IT ## Collect consent before, during, or after a photo session Collect consent before, during, or after a photo session In Kontainer’s consent tool, you will also find our flexible consent form, allowing you to easily collect consent before or during a shoot. The form can be opened on a mobile phone, tablet, or computer — on location or sent in advance. You define the terms, fields, and requirements yourself, and consent can also be provided with a digital signature. An optional selfie function makes it easier to match consent with the correct person using Kontainer’s facial recognition. How does the Photo Consent Tool work? ![Kontainer consent tool step 1](https://cms.kontainer.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Step1-1200x800-EN.webp?v=1757661604) ## 1. Build your own consent templates Define terms, purposes of use, and recipients, and save them as templates. Use and share the different consent templates directly from Kontainer, and also use them in your consent form, which can be brought along to the photo shoot — or sent to participants in advance. ![Consent tool for handling digital consents in DAM](https://cms.kontainer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Step2-1200x800-1.webp?v=1757661611) ## 2. Send customized consent requests Select predefined consent templates — such as recipients, terms, and usage rights — send them by email or bring them to the photo shoot via the consent form. ![Consent tool for handling digital consents in DAM](https://cms.kontainer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Photo-Consent-Tool_Step3-1200x800-1.webp?v=1757661624) ## 3. Approve or deny consent requests If consent is requested after the shoot, the recipient can view and reject images and videos, see the purpose of use and expiration date, and accept or reject the terms within seconds. ![Easy Search, Easy Find with intelligent search in Kontainer](https://cms.kontainer.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Step4_EN-1200x800-1.webp?v=1757661637) ## 4. Quickly view approved images In Kontainer, you get a user-friendly overview of which images and files you are allowed to use for print, websites, social media, etc. ![Consent tool for handling digital consents in DAM](https://cms.kontainer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Photo-Consent-Tool_Step5-1200x800-1.webp?v=1757661651) ## 5. Facial recognition & auto-tagging Save time searching for people in your images and find them quickly using facial recognition. ![Consent tool for handling digital consents in DAM](https://cms.kontainer.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Photo-Consent-Tool_Step6-1200x800-1.webp?v=1757661670) ## 6. Manage all consent requests Resend, renew, withdraw, cancel, and quickly gain an overview of all your consent agreements in Kontainer DAM. AUTOMATED AND FLEXIBLE CONSENT MANAGEMENT ## Consent management made simple and flexible The consent module can easily be customized to your needs. We can help you set up automated rules and procedures that replace and delete files upon expiration, lack of renewal, or withdrawal of consent. Our experts are happy to guide you on best practices for secure handling of images, video, audio files, and consent. We make it easy to become GDPR compliant — regardless of prior knowledge or experience. Contact us for a non-binding conversation about your consent management options. [WATCH: Consent Module Walkthrough](https://youtu.be/Fnt09azwpsU) "Kontainer DAM helps us maintain brand strength by ensuring compliance and securing photo consent.” Jan Hjortlund Hansen, Head of Communications, Blue Water Shipping Get in touch ## Book a non-binding presentation We would love to give you an online presentation – 100% commitment-free. Our product experts will introduce you to our Photo Consent system. See how Kontainer can help with: - GDPR compliant software - Terms and usage types - Obtaining consent - Storing agreements - Renewing agreements - Linking images and agreements ## Kontainer Photo Consent Tool FAQs ### What is Kontainer's Photo Consent Tool? Kontainer’s Photo Consent Tool is a digital solution that makes it easy to collect, store, and manage consent for the use of images. It helps companies and organizations comply with GDPR and other data protection regulations. ### How does the tool work? With the Photo Consent Tool, you can send digital consent forms via email or QR codes. The recipient can easily sign and approve directly from their device. Consents are automatically stored and organized in the system for easy access and documentation. ### Is it possible to customize the consent forms? Yes, the consent forms can be customized with your company branding, logo, and specific legal text to meet your needs and requirements. ### Is the solution GDPR-compliant? Yes, Kontainer’s Photo Consent Tool is developed to ensure full GDPR compliance. All consents are stored securely and can easily be documented in the event of an inquiry or audit. ### Who can benefit from the Photo Consent Tool? The tool is ideal for organizations and companies working with visual materials, such as marketing departments, photographers, schools, events, and media organizations. It simplifies consent administration and reduces legal risks. ### Can I request consent if the person does not have an email address? Yes. In that case, the email field in your consent tool can be replaced with a similar field that is not dependent on an email address and can contain any information you choose. [Integrations](https://kontainer.com/integrations) [Cases](https://kontainer.com/clients) [Contact](https://kontainer.com/contact) [News](https://kontainer.com/news)