Quote from: cobalt on March 17, 2026, 05:46
So, looks like we are getting a bonus.

Needs 5700 dl, videos are counted as 3 times,

Code for the full creative suite for one year.

Lat time it was 7000:I think.

So this is more accessible.

They dropped the lower level one software code.

Bit offering the full suite for those who really want to do stock at least part time is a very fair offer.

https://helpx.adobe.com/stock/contributor/help/royalty-details.html

But no single app offer this year for anyone who falls below the required 5700 downloads?

No blue banner for me. I didn't get the 5700 downloads. First time I have missed out.

I used to use the code for Premier Pro and buy the Photography Plan when there was a deal on Amazon.

Time to switch to Divinci Resolve for footage. Definitely will look at alternative for the photo editing when license expires in 5 months, as price seems to have gone up a lot.

I like Adobe software but they seem to have forgotton their users at the expense of the shareholders. 

Hey is the bonus info at that link up to date cos  I could only see January 2025?

Quote from: Pacesetter on March 17, 2026, 11:03
Hey is the bonus info at that link up to date cos  I could only see January 2025?

You need to look at US link not UK.

From US website...

Adobe offers complimentary Creative Cloud codes for 12-months to active Contributors, based on criteria identified as adding measurable value to its content collection. The program is continually re-assessed, and details are subject to change on an annual basis.

In 2026, Contributors who met the following criteria received a 12-month complimentary code for Creative Cloud Pro, which includes 20+ apps such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro and more. 

Criteria used for Contributors who received a code in 2026:

From Adobe US Website:

Contributors who had at least 5,700 downloads during the 2025 calendar year. 

Please note that video downloads are equal to 3 downloads in consideration of the qualification. To ensure fair distribution of program benefits, Contributors who previously received a bonus code but did not redeem it were not eligible for the 2026 program.

Those eligible will see a blue banner in the Contributor Portal with their redemption code on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.

1 No signup necessary. An active Contributor is an Adobe Stock Contributor with at least 150 assets submitted and approved in 2025. Contributors located in countries where the apps are not available are excluded from the Bonus Program.

2 Adobe employees are excluded from the bonus program.

Quote from: cobalt on March 17, 2026, 05:46
So, looks like we are getting a bonus.

Needs 5700 dl, videos are counted as 3 times,

Code for the full creative suite for one year.

Lat time it was 7000:I think.

So this is more accessible.

They dropped the lower level one software code.

Bit offering the full suite for those who really want to do stock at least part time is a very fair offer.

https://helpx.adobe.com/stock/contributor/help/royalty-details.html

5700 downloads in 2025 -> easy
150 uploads in 2025 -> nope
So, no bonus code for me 

Tbh, I'm not sure I would have used the code if I got one. I don't want to be stuck in the full creative suite plan a year after, when Adobe changes their bonus goals again, and I have to pay for the full suite. Also, I already started using Davince Resolve for my video work, so I have no use for Adobe Premiere now.

How can you see how much you uploaded in 2025 at Adobe, is there any way?

Quote from: DaLiu on March 17, 2026, 12:36
How can you see how much you uploaded in 2025 at Adobe, is there any way?

You could always just look at your portfolio sorted by date and count the number of uploads in 2025?

Disappointing that they don't have an offer for the Photography plan with less stringent requirements.

Quote from: wds on March 17, 2026, 13:53
Disappointing that they don't have an offer for the Photography plan with less stringent requirements.

Yes, very disappointing.

I don't get a bonus or anything, but I just got my plan raised up - it's now 900€ and something.
I could still be on the 700€ and something one since I don't need and don't use all the AI crap, but then I can't use Illustrator on the iPad.

Quote from: DaLiu on March 17, 2026, 12:36
How can you see how much you uploaded in 2025 at Adobe, is there any way?

From the Insights page - select Downloads and then add the date range for the whole year.

Anyone get their blue banner in the dashboard yet?

Quote from: Stockhome Syndrome on March 17, 2026, 17:43
Anyone get their blue banner in the dashboard yet?

Not yet for me. (France)

Quote from: uvox4 on March 17, 2026, 11:05

Quote from: Pacesetter on March 17, 2026, 11:03
Hey is the bonus info at that link up to date cos  I could only see January 2025?

You need to look at US link not UK.

Thanks! Found it now/ The blue bar won't appear until Thursday, March 19, 2026. Which will be Friday or close to it here in Australia. 

16,193 downloads and 239 uploads, without separating photos and videos, but no code yet (US).

I also have 3 months free, starting from when my previous free subscription ended. I'm wondering if the code will extend those 3 months by another 12, or if it will be valid long enough for the 3 months to expire.

Quote from: Zero Talent on March 17, 2026, 19:34
16,193 downloads and 239 uploads, without separating photos and videos, but no code yet (US).

I also have 3 months free, starting from when my previous free subscription ended. I'm wondering if the code will extend those 3 months by another 12, or if it will be valid long enough for the 3 months to expire.

https://helpx.adobe.com/stock/contributor/help/how-to-redeem-creative-cloud-bonus-code.html#FAQ-Bonus-Code-Redemption

Quote from: CinBrandon on March 17, 2026, 19:53

Quote from: Zero Talent on March 17, 2026, 19:34
16,193 downloads and 239 uploads, without separating photos and videos, but no code yet (US).

I also have 3 months free, starting from when my previous free subscription ended. I'm wondering if the code will extend those 3 months by another 12, or if it will be valid long enough for the 3 months to expire.

https://helpx.adobe.com/stock/contributor/help/how-to-redeem-creative-cloud-bonus-code.html#FAQ-Bonus-Code-Redemption

Hmm, it's not very clear.
I'll be getting the same Adobe plan, but I'm unsure if those 3 extra free months count as a subscription that can be paused.

Has the website been edited?

QuoteBonus Program
Adobe offers complimentary Creative Cloud codes for 12-months to active Contributors, based on criteria identified as adding measurable value to its content collection. In 2026, Contributors received Creative Cloud Pro, which includes 20+ apps such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro and more. The program is continually re-assessed, and details are subject to change on an annual basis.

To ensure fair distribution of program benefits, Contributors who previously received a bonus code but did not redeem it were not eligible for the 2026 program.

Those eligible will see a blue banner in the Contributor Portal with their redemption code on Thursday, March 19, 2026.

1 No signup necessary. Contributors located in countries where the apps are not available are excluded from the Bonus Program.

2 Adobe employees are excluded from the bonus program.

There's no info about criteria already.

About half of my downloads were videos so I didn't make the cut while they made more than $25k off of my stock footage. I'll be using Resolve + my own custom tools from here on out. The good news is I think "Big Software" days are numbered.

I crossed their criteria and didn't got the code.

Quote from: Artist on March 18, 2026, 04:03
I crossed their criteria and didn't got the code.

Blue bar should appear on Thursday.

Quote from: DiscreetDuck on March 17, 2026, 09:08

Quote from: Artist on November 07, 2024, 09:23
I did complaint with one agency and they reviewed the case and banned the author who uploaded very similar work to mine.
But the point is, I don't have so much time to hunt for such culprits. Agencies needs to take action and make their terms and conditions stronger.

AI is ruining the market for both buyer and seller.

Your words carry a lot of emotion. I'll leave it here and wish you good luck... and maybe a little less drama. God bless.

Quote from: Artist on November 05, 2024, 05:00
Recently, I came across many contributors which have used my work in generating similar AI-generated images.

Creating and maintaining original works takes time and with such AI tools creating replicas is super easy.
This is serious copyright infringement and the companies needs to look into this.

Companies should keep the original work and AI generate work as a separate two categories.

I feel sad to see this. 

Your words carry a lot of emotion. I'll leave it here and wish you good luck... and maybe a little less drama. God bless.

Quote from: Artist on December 28, 2024, 06:36
We need to accept this fact that AI killed many businesses and lot of job losses in past few years.
I will not deny that AI killed clipartof too.

Your words carry a lot of emotion. I'll leave it here and wish you good luck... and maybe a little less drama. God bless.

It's been 2–3 days and you're still stuck in that loop, hope you feel better soon 🙂
I was just appreciating Shantanu Narayan's work at Adobe and how the company treats its contributors, which is pretty normal.

Take it as you like, but maybe it's time you to step out of the discussion before you get too attached to the drama.

Quote from: Artist on March 18, 2026, 06:45
It's been 2–3 days and you're still stuck in that loop, hope you feel better soon 🙂
I was just appreciating Shantanu Narayan's work at Adobe and how the company treats its contributors, which is pretty normal.

Take it as you like, but maybe it's time you to step out of the discussion before you get too attached to the drama.

Come on, take a deep breath, it's going to be okay 

How ironic, expiring exactly the same date when they will send a new key, I'll take it.