Learn the technical specifications and legal guidelines your illustrative editorial content must meet before you submit it to Adobe Stock.
Technical specifications
The illustrative editorial content you submit to Adobe Stock must adhere to our technical requirements to be accepted into our collection. Refer to the following technical requirements depending on the type of content you are submitting:
Legal guidelines
While illustrative editorial content allows brands, you must still adhere to specific legal guidelines. You don't need a model release or property release if your content qualifies for editorial use and meets submission requirements.
When creating content, avoid the following:
- Misrepresent or defame individuals, brands, or events: Avoid false, misleading, or damaging portrayals, even in an illustrative or satirical style.
- Include offensive or discriminatory language or visuals: This includes content that demeans people based on race, gender, religion, nationality, or other protected characteristics.
- Falsely suggest endorsement or partnerships: Don't imply that a brand or organization has approved or collaborated on your content unless they have.
- Submit content that includes misinformation: Avoid depicting false narratives, fabricated events, or inaccurate representations of real-world situations.
After confirming your content meets these technical and legal requirements, proceed to the Contributor Portal to upload your files.
Maintaining high technical quality and strict legal compliance reduces moderation delays and increases acceptance rates for illustrative editorial submissions.
