Intellectual property claims information for Contributors

Intellectual property rights

Intellectual property rights are legal protections for creative works and brand assets, and may include the following types:

• Copyright: Original creative works, including photography, illustrations, video, and other visual content.
• Trademark: Brand names, logos, slogans, and other distinctive commercial identifiers.
• Trade dress: Visual appearance of products or packaging that signifies brand identity.
• Similar rights: Other legally protected intellectual property as defined by applicable law.

IP claim process

When Adobe Stock receives a claim or notices of intellectual property infringement, the following actions may occur:

The action taken depends on the claim's nature and severity. Adobe Stock reviews each claim based on the information provided by the rights holder. Dispute a claim If your content has been removed or your account blocked due to an intellectual property claim and you believe the action was taken in error, you have two options:

Submit an appeal

Submit a dispute through the Adobe Stock IP appeal form when:

• You hold valid rights to the content in question
• You have documentation supporting your ownership or licensing rights
• You believe the claim misidentifies your content or applies incorrect legal standards

Contact Contributor Relations

Reach out to Contributor Relations for:

• Clarification on why the content was removed.
• Guidance on the dispute process.
• Questions about specific IP claim details.

Avoid IP claims

• Review the IP guidelines before submitting content.
• Consult the known restrictions for protected subjects.
• Ensure you have the proper rights to the complete content in your submissions.
• Obtain the necessary model and property releases for your content.