On August 31st， media reports surfaced regarding an incident where a man reportedly used 40 napkins within a five-minute period while dining. The restaurant owner subsequently shared surveillance footage of the event on a short-video platform.
In response， legal experts have pointed out that， the restaurant’s decision to post the unpixelated video online could potentially infringe upon the consumer’s privacy and portrait rights， thereby carrying legal risks.
According to established legal principles， individuals possess portrait rights， granting them the legal authority to create， use， disclose， or permit others to use their likeness. Filming someone without their consent and subsequently uploading it to the internet constitutes an infringement of portrait rights. The affected individual can then demand that the infringer cease the infringing activity and remove the uploaded video.
With the increasing prevalence of short-video platforms， creators are urged to strictly adhere to relevant laws and regulations. When it becomes necessary to film scenes involving other individuals， it is imperative to obtain their prior consent. Clear communication regarding the purpose of the footage and the scope of its public disclosure should be provided. Furthermore， it is crucial to securely retain proof of this consent to promptly provide effective evidence and resolve any potential disputes related to portrait rights infringements.
