[Eh] ü_Adobe Stock license information_ü

[Eg] ü_Understanding each license type and picking the right one for you_ü

  • [FY] ü_Overview_ü

    [F+] ü_This Adobe Stock licensing information is intended for individuals, Creative Cloud for teams members and VIP members only. ETLA users, please see the [F2] ü_Enterprise License Page_ü._ü


    [GK] ü_Visual Assets_ü

    [F/] ü_An Adobe Stock perpetual, worldwide license allows you to use your licensed asset in all media, including print, presentations, broadcasts, websites, and on social media sites. Please see the summary of restrictions below or read the [GH] ü_Terms & Conditions_ü for more details._ü


    [Ey] ü_License comparison_ü


    [Ex] ü_Use_ü[Eq] ü_Standard license_ü[El] ü_Enhanced license_ü[En] ü_Extended license_ü
    [Er] ü_Unlimited web views_ü
    [Es] ü_Use the asset in email marketing, mobile advertising, social media, or a broadcast program*_ü
    [Et] ü_Can modify the asset*_ü
    [Eu] ü_Up to 500,000 copies or views of the asset_ü
    [Ev] ü_More than 500,000 copies or views of the asset_ü
    [Ew] ü_Asset may be used in merchandise, templates, or other products for resale*_ü

    [GA] ü_*See [Fy] ü_Editorial Use Only_ü restrictions._ü

    [Fh] ü_Standard licenses_ü

    [GL] ü_Most Adobe Stock photos, vectors, and illustrations come with a Standard license. With a Standard license, you may:_ü

    • [Fb] ü_Reproduce up to 500,000 copies of the asset in all media, including product packaging, printed marketing materials, digital documents, or software._ü
    • [Fc] ü_Include the asset in email marketing, mobile advertising, or a broadcast or digital program if the expected number of viewers is fewer than 500,000._ü
    • [L8] ü_Post the asset to a website or social media site with no limitation on views._ü
    • [L+] ü_Include the asset in some types of products, such as inside a textbook, as long as the primary value of the product is not the asset itself, and the product is not reproduced more than 500,000 times._ü
    • [GD] ü_Share the unmodified asset with your employees and contractors who have contractually agreed to abide by the license terms._ü
    • [GE] ü_Transfer the license to your client or employer._ü

    [Ff] ü_With a Standard license, you may not:_ü

    • [Fg] ü_Distribute the stand-alone file._ü
    • [GF] ü_Create merchandise, templates, or other products for resale or distribution where the primary value of the product is associated with the asset itself. For example, you can't use the asset to create a poster, t-shirt, or coffee mug that someone would buy specifically because of the asset printed on it._ü
    • [GG] ü_Transfer the license to more than one employer or client, unless separately licensed for each._ü

    [Ea] ü_Enhanced licenses_ü

    [C+] ü_Enhanced licenses are available for Adobe Stock videos, templates, 3D assets, and Premium Collection._ü

    [EX] ü_With an Enhanced license, you may:_ü

    • [EW] ü_Use the asset with all the rights granted in the Standard license._ü
    • [EY] ü_Reproduce the asset beyond the 500,000 copy/viewer restriction._ü

    [EV] ü_With an Enhanced license, you may not:_ü

    • [EZ] ü_Distribute the stand-alone file._ü
    • [Fz] ü_Create merchandise, templates, or other products for resale or distribution where the primary value of the product is associated with the asset itself. For example, you can't use the asset to create a poster, t-shirt, or coffee mug that someone would buy specifically because of the asset printed on it._ü

    [Ef] ü_Extended licenses_ü

    [F4] ü_With an Extended license, you may:_ü

    • [F6] ü_Use the asset with all the rights granted in the Standard license._ü
    • [F7] ü_Reproduce the asset beyond the 500,000 copy/viewer restriction._ü
    • [F8] ü_Create merchandise or products for resale or distribution where the main value of the product is associated with the asset itself, such as a coffee mug or t-shirt._ü

    [F5] ü_With an Extended license, you may not:_ü

    • [F9] ü_Distribute the stand-alone file._ü

    [Mn] ü_Limited License – Adobe Express_ü

    [Mf] ü_Some Adobe Stock assets provided within the Adobe Express app come with the Limited License – Adobe Express.* With this license, you may:_ü

    • [Mh] ü_Use the asset within the Adobe Express app._ü
    • [Mi] ü_Incorporate the asset into your Adobe Express project, and publish or download your project for use outside of the Adobe Express app._ü

    [Mg] ü_With the Limited License – Adobe Express, you may not:_ü

    • [Mj] ü_Download, export, or share the asset as a stand-alone file._ü
    • [Mk] ü_Use the asset as a stand-alone file outside of the Adobe Express app._ü
    • [Ml] ü_Use the asset in a new Adobe Express project after your paid Adobe Express membership ends._ü
    • [Mm] ü_Incorporate the asset into merchandise or template files intended for sale or distribution unless the final project is an original work of authorship. For example, you can't use the asset to create a poster, t-shirt, or coffee mug that someone would buy specifically because of the asset printed on it._ü

    [Me] ü_*Typically, if an Adobe Stock asset comes with the Limited License – Adobe Express, you will see a crown icon on the asset when searching within the Adobe Express app. To confirm the license type once the asset has been imported into your Adobe Express project, select the asset in your project and click on the “source info” icon._ü


    [NA] ü_Generated Outputs from Adobe Stock_ü

    [M/] ü_All generated outputs are subject to these user guidelines._ü

    [NB] ü_Text to Image outputs downloaded from the Adobe Stock Generate page may come with IP indemnification. IP indemnification is protection against legal claims that your Firefly output violates someone else's intellectual property rights._ü

    [M+] ü_For more information about use of generated outputs and the scope of offered IP indemnification, see our [GH] ü_Terms & Conditions_ü._ü


    [EU] ü_Editorial Use_ü

    [EO] ü_In addition to the license restrictions above, assets labeled “Editorial Use Only”:_ü

    • [EP] ü_May only be used in relation to events or topics which are newsworthy or of public interest, typically in newspaper or magazine articles, news blogs, or similar media._ü
    • [EQ] ü_May not be used for commercial purposes such as advertisements, promotions, endorsements, advertorials, commercial blogs, merchandise, etc. - even if you have obtained an Extended license - without obtaining prior written consent from the copyright owner of the asset, and additional permissions as necessary._ü
    • [ER] ü_May not be modified, except for minor adjustments for technical quality or slight cropping or resizing, while maintaining the editorial context and integrity of the original._ü
    • [ES] ü_All uses must include the credit line shown on the site and contained in the IPTC credit line field of the file, for example “Agency Name/Contributor Name – stock.adobe.com”._ü

    [EN] ü_Audio Assets_ü

    [Fp] ü_With Adobe Stock’s royalty-free audio licenses, you may use any licensed music track as many times as you like, for as long as you like, anywhere in the world._ü

    [Fn] ü_[GJ] ü_The Audio Standard License_ü covers most common uses like social media, websites, digital ads and corporate presentations, [F3] ü_except_ü those listed below._ü

    [Fx] ü_[GI] ü_The Audio Extended License_ü is required for projects which will be distributed via:_ü

    • [D1] ü_TV or Radio_ü
    • [D2] ü_Paid-access on-demand or streaming video_ü
    • [D3] ü_Apps or Video Games_ü
    • [D4] ü_Theatrical releases_ü
    • [D5] ü_Physical Point-of-Sale Locations_ü

    [Fs] ü_Restrictions for both Audio licenses:_ü

    • [Ft] ü_Audio files must be synchronized with picture, narration, etc. No stand-alone distribution. The audio file must not comprise the primary value of the end product._ü
    • [Fu] ü_No remixing, mashups or other alterations for the purpose of creating a new music track. Only minimal modifications are allowed._ü
    • [Fv] ü_Audio files cannot be incorporated into templates, logos, or other corporate branding._ü

    [Fw] ü_For full audio license terms see our [GH] ü_Terms & Conditions_ü._ü


    [FW] ü_More info_ü

    [FP] ü_If you still have questions:_ü

    • [FQ] ü_You can view the type of license associated with an asset on the Details page in your web browser._ü
    • [FS] ü_If you're not sure what type of license you have for a specific asset, or if you need to purchase an additional license for an asset, click your name in the navigation bar above to open your [GB] ü_License History page_ü._ü
    • [FT] ü_This Adobe Stock licensing information is intended for individuals and Creative Cloud for teams members only. Enterprise users, please see the [F2] ü_Enterprise License Page_ü._ü
    • [GC] ü_For the full license terms, including additional restrictions, see our [GH] ü_Terms & Conditions_ü._ü
    • [NF] ü_For any further questions on Adobe Stock license terms, get help from our experts [NG] ü_by email_ü._ü