Technical requirements for PNG submissions

Last updated on Jun 11, 2026

Learn the technical requirements for submitting PNG files with transparent backgrounds to Adobe Stock, including image resolution, file size, color profile, and quality guidelines for successful review and approval.

PNG files submitted to Adobe Stock must meet defined technical and quality requirements to support consistent previews, accurate search results, and reliable customer downloads. Adhering to these standards helps maintain accurate color reproduction, proper transparency, and high-quality assets suitable for a wide range of creative projects. 

Files that don't comply with these specifications may be refused during the moderation process.

Specifications

Requirements

Details

Image resolution

4MP-100MP (megapixels)

Images must meet minimum resolution requirements to maintain quality standards. Higher‑resolution files provide greater flexibility, especially for print projects where detail and clarity are essential.

File size

45MB maximum

Compressed file size limit for upload processing.

File format

PNG

PNG format with transparency support.

Color profile

sRGB

Standard RGB color space required for consistent color reproduction.

Background

None

File must be saved with transparent background, not solid color.

Watermarks

Not allowed

Files must be free of watermarks, timestamps, or branding.

Image quality guidelines

In addition to meeting technical specifications, PNG files submitted to Adobe Stock must follow defined quality standards to support professional results and provide broad usability across creative projects.

  • Clarity: Images without compression artifacts
  • Detail: All original image data preserved
  • Composition: Minimal excess space around the subject
  • Borders: No decorative frames
  • Scaling: Quality is maintained when resizing