The Checker Maven has had trouble with unethical copyright trolls demanding large payments for the use of some of the images displayed on this site, and we're left battling their outrageous claims. We have long displayed only images that we determined could be freely used, but copyright trolls don't care about the facts; they demand proof of licensing and demand money if such proof isn't readily available. They threaten costly lawsuits and do their best to be intimidating.

To combat this we've removed all images from the site and are replacing them with others for which we can easily demonstrate licensing. This is certainly not because of copyright violations but as a precaution This unfortunately will, for a while, reduce the visual appeal of some of our columns. We apologize in advance. All original and AI generated material including checker diagrams will of course remain.

We're actively in the process of rebuilding, and have as of March 2026 restored over 13 years of material or well over half the collection. In the end we will have a much more attractive site. But if your favorite characters, like Sal and Marvin, suddenly start looking different, you'll know why.

This will all take quite a long time so please bear with us.

And to you copyright trolls out there, if you're reading this, please be aware that we will not engage with you or accede to your demands.