Adobe Stock

Sell your content to the world's largest creative ecosystem

$10–$50estimated earnings per month

Adobe Stock is the creative asset library integrated across the entire Adobe ecosystem (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, etc.). Millions of creatives buy directly within Adobe apps, giving you access to a buyer base with very high purchase intent. Commissions are 33% per photo and up to 35% per video.

How to get started step by step

1
Register as a contributor. Go to contributor.stock.adobe.com and create your free account. You don't need an Adobe subscription to upload content.
2
Prepare your content. Images must be high quality (minimum 4MP for photos). Adobe accepts photos, illustrations, vectors, videos, and now also properly declared AI-generated content.
3
Upload and add metadata. Upload your files and add descriptive titles, categories, and keywords. Well-crafted metadata is essential for appearing in searches.
4
Wait for review. The Adobe team reviews each submission within 1–7 days. Once approved, your content is available for purchase across the entire Adobe ecosystem.
5
Get paid monthly. Commissions are paid the month after the download via PayPal or Skrill. The minimum payment threshold is $25.

Pros

✓Direct access to creatives within Adobe apps
✓Commissions of 33–35%, among the highest in the industry
✓High visibility thanks to the Adobe ecosystem
✓Accepts a wide variety of formats (photo, video, vector, 3D)
✓You can upload the same content as on other platforms (non-exclusive)

Cons

✗More strict review process than some platforms
✗Minimum withdrawal ($25) higher than Shutterstock
✗Payments can take a month from the time of download

Tip to maximize earnings

Being part of Adobe, creatives using Photoshop or Illustrator look for very specific assets: mockups, textures, vector illustrations, and design elements. This type of content typically converts better than generic photography.

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