Stock Contributors

Hi everyone, hoping for real‑world advice from other contributors.My Adobe Stock contributor account got fully deactivated with this generic automated notice:We are writing to let you know that your Adobe Stock contributor account has been deactivated for suspicious activity. For more information on why your account may have been blocked see the Submission Guidelines.No exact violation given. I experienced two sudden 5‑10x earnings surges within the past two weeks, and the sales were mostly driven by aerial‑shot footage of the same type. I submitted a payout request roughly ten days ago, shortly before my account got deactivated.Some context about my portfolio and recent behavior: All my photos and video assets are 100% original self‑shot travel content. I can provide raw files and metadata for any asset for verification. This stock income is a vital source of funding for my daily life and travel‑photography projects. This unexpected deactivation has completely thrown my photography an

Hello everyoneMy photowas rejected because it doesn't meet the quality standards. The reason given was: exposure issues, soft focus, noise/artifacts, or excessive filtering. I followed all the correct steps: used the original file from camera, removed metadata correctly without re-saving, did not over-edit, and size is over 4 MP. Could you please look at my photo and tellme specifically exactly what is wrong?Is it focus, light, noise, or something else?I want to fix it properly before resubmitting.Thank you very much you help. 

Hello! I am trying to be an Adobe Stock contributor. I uploaded some AI-generated illustrations a couple of weeks ago. The images are simple drawings of pet animals on a plain white background but most of them have been placed under the 'Reminder' tab with a red-banded notice saying "PROPERTY RELEASE MISSING". Can anyone, please, help me out with what to do now? I'm attaching a sample image for your better understanding.  

My Adobe Stock Contributor Account with 38000 high quality AI generated assets is blocked I have been an Adobe Stock contributor for the past three years and have built a portfolio of nearly 38,000 images through consistent, daily work.Two years ago, I left my job, and Adobe Stock became my main source of income. Recently, my contributor account was blocked, but I was not given a clear explanation of the specific reason.I contacted Adobe Support and sent emails, but I have not received a response yet.This situation has been extremely difficult for me. After investing three years of hard work into my portfolio, receiving a single email that suddenly ended my ability to contribute has been devastating.Same thing happened with my friend with 11000 AI generated files  (450$ earning monthly). I respect Adobe's policies and understand that the rules must be followed. If I made a mistake, I am willing to understand it, learn from it, and correct it.I hope Adobe will review my account and, if

My Adobe Stock contributor account was deactivated on February 10, 2026, due to “suspicious activity.” However, I did not receive any clear or specific explanation of what exactly was wrong. What is this “suspicious activity.” meanI have been a contributor for several years and have always tried to follow all guidelines carefully. I worked honestly, respected Adobe’s rules, and never intentionally engaged in anything that could be considered suspicious or abusive.I contacted support, but unfortunately, I only received generic replies directing me to read the guidelines again. I still don’t understand what caused the issue.I have a few important questions and would really appreciate any insights:Is it possible to restore a deactivated account in cases like this? What steps should I take to improve my chances of recovery? If restoration is not possible, am I allowed to create a new account? Would creating a new account violate the “multiple accounts” rule or another rules and lead to ano

Hello everyone,Is the Adobe Stock contributor program truly safe and fair for creators? as My Adobe Stock contributor account (Case #00368169) was unexpectedly deactivated for “suspicious activity,” and I’m at a total loss. I’ve been contributing for over two years on Shutterstock and Fiverr with zero strikes, and my Adobe Stock sales have always been 100% organic and policy-compliant. Key Facts:2+ years on Shutterstock & Fiverr with zero warnings, removals, or policy violationsSingle, verified bank account for all payouts—no chance of unauthorized paymentsRecent Adobe Stock growth driven solely by fresh, high-quality uploadsNever used bots or ranking-boost tools; I adhere strictly to Adobe’s guidelines.

I am a long-time contributor creating original photos and videos, shot and produced entirely by myself — no AI-generated content. Recently, my account was suddenly deactivated right after I made my first payout request.This is extremely concerning because:I had been uploading and selling content without issues for months.My portfolio contains only my own authentic work.I received no clear explanation for the ban.After the ban, I contacted Adobe Stock Support immediately, providing all necessary details. It has now been nearly a month with no reply or resolution.This raises serious questions:How can contributors trust Adobe if accounts can be banned right after payout requests?Is this a system error, or is there another reason why payouts are blocked without explanation?Contributors put time, skill, and resources into producing high-quality content. Sudden bans without transparency not only damage trust, but also leave creators unpaid for their work.I’m posting here to request urgent at

Hello everyone,I am looking for some advice or insights from fellow Adobe Stock contributors who might have gone through a similar situation recently.I have been a dedicated Adobe Stock contributor since 2021, with a portfolio of over 7,000 assets (mostly stock photos). On Friday, August 7, 2026, at 9:07 AM (Algeria local time), I received an email stating that my account was suddenly deactivated due to "suspicious activity."To give some context: I haven't uploaded any new assets for weeks. My only recent activity was logging in occasionally to check earnings and refine some titles and keywords. I had around $205 USD accumulated in my balance and was expecting a payment payout soon. I have lost complete access to my portfolio, sales history, and earnings dashboard. I am completely lost as to what "suspicious activity" refers to. I have never purchased my own assets, never asked anyone to download my work, and have never engaged in any activity aimed at manipulating sales or downloa

Hi everyone,I’m a new contributor on Adobe Stock and I’m still learning about the quality standards for submitted photos.I recently submitted this photo, but it was rejected for “Quality Issues.” The rejection message mentioned common issues such as exposure, soft focus, excessive filtering, or noise.I’d really appreciate your opinion on this. Could you help me understand what specific quality issue you see in this particular photo? And is it something that could be improved through editing, or is it a limitation of the original photo?I’d like to learn from this rejection so I can improve my future submissions.Thank you 

Dear Adobe Contributor Support Team, I am writing this as my second urgent follow-up regarding my Adobe Stock Contributor account suspension. Account Deactivation Date: July 11, 2025 First Appeal Submitted: July 17, 2025 Second Appeal Submitted: July 29, 2025 Previous Follow-up Sent: August 8, 2025 It has now been over one month since my first appeal, but I have not received any response or update. This prolonged silence has left me in a very difficult situation. This account is my only source of income. I am a single parent of 5-year-old twin daughters, with no parental support or external help. The sudden loss of my account has caused serious financial and emotional hardship for my family. I fully understand the mistake I made regarding Adobe Stock’s submission guidelines, particularly related to generative AI content. I sincerely apologize and respectfully request one final opportunity to contribute honestly, adhering strictly to all Adobe Stock policies. I am willing to h

It has now happened to me. Here is what happened and what you need to do if it happens to you.Day 1 12:33 pm I received an email stating that a recently approved photo was re-reviewed and then removed due to a “quality” rejection.  Day 1 12:34 pm I received a second email stating that my account has been blocked for submitting content that violates Adobe Stock submission guidelines, or for activities that violate the Adobe Stock Contributor Terms, on the basis of internal review of your content and account.A logon attempt brought the following pop-up: I clicked on the “Contact us” link which displayed the following form where I could state my case in the provided textbox (remember that you are not logged in so you must add your contributor ID and email address): After submitting the form I was displayed the following message showing my case ID: I also received an email with a link to dispute the decision. I pressed the link and was redirected to the following form: I completed and subm

URGENT – Adobe Stock Contributor Account Hacked – Email Changed Without Authorization Hello Adobe Stock Contributor Support Team,I am contacting you urgently because I believe my Adobe Stock Contributor account has been hacked or compromised.I recently noticed an unauthorized change to the email address associated with my Adobe Stock Contributor account. I did not make or authorize this change. [Sensitive personal information removed by Moderator.] Unauthorized Email ChangeOn September 4, 2026, at approximately 1:06 PM, I noticed an email notification indicating that the email address associated with my Adobe Stock account had been changed to an unknown/unrecognized email address: I did not make this change, and I do not recognize or authorize this email address.This strongly indicates that someone may have gained unauthorized access to my Adobe Stock Contributor account. I am extremely concerned about the security of my Contributor Portfolio, submitted content, account information, ea

Can I delete files that have no downloads? These are very old files and there are a lot of them. Will this affect the accounts? And will it result in a decrease in sales?

Hi Adobe Community Team, My contributor account was paused shortly after I submitted my first payout request ($141 on Aug 17, 2026).I submitted my support ticket ADB-46842775-K1S2 on August 28, 2026. It has now been 5 full business days without any response or update regarding my account status. All my footage consists of original 4K videos captured directly by me with intact EXIF metadata. I am fully ready to provide raw master files via Google Drive to prove ownership if needed.Could a Community Manager please help escalate Case ID ADB-46842775-K1S2 to the internal Trust & Safety team? Thank you for your assistance.

想了解被拒原因，如何改善 

el sistema me rechaza muchas de mis fotos originales y de buena calidad  ¿porque me rechazan tantas de mis fotos? 

Hello. I’ve had a few rejections on photos for quality issued. I’d like feedback on one particular photo please.  f/18 @ 1600 ISO Also, can someone please explain how to resubmit a photo. Thank you   

Why was this image banner rejected for quality issues. Is it the deliberate stippling effect?

I'm from Pakistan I'm creating Adobe contributer account and verifying my phone number, its says "Error"

"Hello Adobe Community Managers,My Adobe Stock contributor account was deactivated, and I submitted a reactivation ticket on August 18, 2026 (Case ID: ADB-46836374-C8X2). I also sent a follow-up on August 28, but I haven't received any reply or status update yet.Could a Community Manager please help look into this case ID or escalate it to the contributor support team? Thank you so much for your assistance!"

my illustration got rejected by adobe stock it said that it is made by ai and i’m not labelled it ai content, however i am made this illustration in blender, i am also experienced this before 

This photo of a geyser was rejected, any ideas on the reason and how I could improve it? I added some yellow intentionally with lightroom to intensify the sunrise mood. Shot was taken at ISO 100, 1/500, 5.6 and 35mm. 

Dear Adobe Contributor Support Team,I hope you are doing well.I have sent 3 to 4 emails regarding my request to review and unblock my account, but I have not received any response yet.I understand that the review process may take some time. However, I would be very grateful if you could please let me know the expected time for a response and provide an update on my account status.This account is very important to me, and I am waiting for your guidance. If any further information or action is required from my side, please let me know. I am fully willing to cooperate and follow all Adobe Contributor policies in the future.Kindly review my request and let me know when I can expect a response.Thank you very much for your time and support.Kind regards,Hajira Rehan[email removed by moderator] 

My contributor account has been blocked.Since I don't know the reason.I highly apologize if any undesirable activity made by me.Please sir/madam, give me a chance once again. I promised to follow all the guidelines provided.Also, please explain me the cause of disclosing/blocking my account asap.Thank you.