But when your files are sold for 30 dollars and you only receive 30 cents, do you think this is cool too?

http://www.microstockgroup.com/depositphotos/the-german-shotshop-reseller-of-depositphotos/

The problem with the 50 dollar payment is that your files must stay online for at least a year. So if you change your mind you cannot deactivate them. This is why I didn�t take up the free offer and now I am glad I have the freedom to decide what stays and what needs to be deactivated until this issue is solved.

I have written to them again asking for a written confirmation that all my files have been removed from partners and resellers, but so far no reply.

I also haven�t seen a general "Opt out" from distribution button, the way dreamstime or other agencies offer it.

I love the keywording service deposit provides, but unless they become transparent and reliable, they will have a hard time attracting high quality content. They also don�t have dedicated staff for msg the way other agencies do. It is a pity, they could have become a serious player if they wanted to. Having keyworded content is a huge advantage over all the other micros.

ETA: I just got an email confirming my files have been removed and my spot checks so far seem to confirm this. I will keep checking on a regular basis and see what happens. I still think the site has a lot of potential, but winning trust back will not be easy. The community is very nervous, we have had so many things happen in the last two years.