Benefits of contributing content

Become part of a global, creative community

When you become an Adobe Stock Contributor, you join a global, diverse community of creatives, entrepreneurs, agencies, and media companies. Contributors upload content used by designers, marketers, and businesses worldwide. Adobe Stock supports this community with tools, education, and opportunities that help turn your creative content into income and innovative practice into a professional path.

Our Contributors include:

We support the following content types:

Adobe Stock at a glance

Refers to a quick overview of features, benefits, and creative possibilities. 

Extensive reach and visibility

Contributor content is used across Adobe Stock and multiple Adobe products, including Adobe Express, Behance, Firefly, and Creative Cloud apps. Your content is licensed and used by Adobe customers in their creative projects, helping inspire new content.

Customers can license content directly within Adobe’s creative apps, making it easier to discover and use in their projects.

A supportive community

When you contribute to Adobe Stock, you become a part of a community of creators. Contributors share ideas, support one another, and help shape the Adobe Stock collection. Adobe also improves the platform based on feedback from Contributors, helping ensure the collection continues to meet customer needs.

Get involved by joining the Discord community for Adobe Stock Contributors and the Adobe Stock forum.

Competitive royalties

As a Contributor, you can earn a percentage of the earnings Adobe receives for each licensed asset. Some programs, such as the Adobe Stock Free Collection, may offer additional earning opportunities. Learn more about royalties and payouts.

Easy content discovery

Adobe’s powerful search and AI discovery tools help surface content for the right customers. With proper metadata and consistent uploads, content will stand out. If you need help with keywording, review these tips for writing effective titles and keywords.

Ownership and contribution options

As a Contributor, you get a lot of flexibility in how you share and manage your content:

• Full ownership: Adobe Stock is a non-exclusive platform, meaning you can sell your content elsewhere, too.
• Flexible uploads: We accept content across a range of formats and media.
• Set your own pace: Contributors control their schedule, whether they contribute casually or build a full-time business.

New areas of opportunity

Adobe Stock is expanding how and where Contributors can create, connect, and earn.

• Generative AI: Adobe Stock accepts generative AI content that meets our quality and ethical guidelines. This allows Contributors to submit AI-generated assets and explore new ways to create and share content.
• Growing collection impact: With millions of buyers and growing demand for diverse, authentic, and high-quality content, Contributors’ content has more potential than ever.

Stronger safeguards for your content

A more innovative and intuitive Contributor portal with phone verification and quality guidance helps ensure security and fair visibility.

No matter your background, location, or style, there’s room for you here. Join our community and share the content you’re most proud of with the world.