Last modified: August 6, 2024
We are excited for you to share your SXSW and/or SXSW EDU (the “Event(s)”) experiences with your friends on social media, but it’s imperative that our community also respects the rights of the creators that participate in SXSW. This Attendee Photo & Video Policy covers what is and isn’t allowed so that we can all achieve our goals. “Content” includes, without limitation, videos, clips, photographs, audio recordings, text, graphics, logos, icons, images and software made available to the attendee during the Events.
Attendee Photo / Video Policy
Smart phones and point-and-shoot digital cameras without interchangeable lenses are allowed at the Events for recording content that is personal and non-commercial (non-sponsored and non-monetized) in nature, subject to the limitations below.
Attendees may take photos and record video from their seats, as long as they are not standing in the press area, obstructing or blocking views, using any sort of device like a tripod or selfie-stick, or using a flash after the session begins. Attendees may not approach the stage at any point to take photos or record video.
Live streaming of any kind is prohibited.
Attendees (excluding accredited press) may not have professional camera equipment (i.e., cameras with changeable lenses) at any official SXSW or SXSW EDU Events. SLR/DSLR/DSLM cameras, large format cameras, laptop computers, and any other professional equipment for recording or aiding in the recording of still images or videos are not allowed.
Additionally, all SXSW and SXSW EDU attendees agree to the SXSW Participation & Credentials Terms & Conditions.