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Jun 4, 2025 3:48 PM UTC

Every visible sign and logo in the image needs to be edited out as each one constitutes an Intellectual Property violation. Have you read the Adobe Stock Contributor help pages relating to IP?

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ZALEZPHOTO
ZALEZPHOTO
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Jun 4, 2025 4:00 PM UTC

Jill is correct! The solution is simpler than you think.

adobe has advanced dramatically in AI editing. Removing all those branding signs seamlessly is just one click away. I prefer using Photoshop for that, but keep in mind you need the subscription version.

You will love it, just don't go crazy 😜 

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    Przemek24462118fuydAuthor
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    Jun 4, 2025 4:15 PM UTC

    Yes, I understand now—thank you! Of course, I’m familiar with Adobe tools and quite comfortable with retouching, especially in Photoshop. Based on similar images I had seen, I assumed it wouldn’t be necessary in this case and thought the rejection reason might be something else.

     

    And yes, I’ve loved Photoshop for a long time—since version 3.0, actually 😉

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    Jill_C
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    Jill_CCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
    Community Expert
    Jun 4, 2025 3:48 PM UTC

    Every visible sign and logo in the image needs to be edited out as each one constitutes an Intellectual Property violation. Have you read the Adobe Stock Contributor help pages relating to IP?

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    Jill C., Forum Volunteer
    Przemek24462118fuydAuthor
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    Jun 4, 2025 4:09 PM UTC

    Thank you for your response and for pointing out the issue. I have read the Adobe Stock Contributor guidelines regarding Intellectual Property, but perhaps I misunderstood some parts. I based my submission on similar works I had seen, which included logos—even on buildings with outdated branding. That might have misled me. I truly appreciate your quick and helpful feedback.

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    Jill_C
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    Jun 4, 2025 4:26 PM UTC

    It's possible that the existing images you saw in the database are Illustrative Editorial, suitable only for editorial use, not commercial use.

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