Frequently asked questions about Fotolia

What is Fotolia?

Fotolia is a stock photography community, and Fotolia's members buy and sell images for use in all their design projects including websites, advertisements, and presentations.

Fotolia offers low-priced royalty free images using the credit (1 credit = $1.4) or subscription system. A member can buy credits or a subscription plan and download images at affordable prices. Contributors who sell images are paid a commission based on the type of license purchased. Commissions start at 20% and go as high as 63%.

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What does royalty free mean?

A royalty free license allows you to use an image, vector or video without restrictions on the time or number of uses, or the number of prints.

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Are Fotolia memberships free?

Yes, memberships on Fotolia are free - and it takes just 60 seconds to sign up. Join right now!

What is a credit?

Credits are Fotolia's currency. We convert currency into credits, and you use credits to download images. 1 credit = $1.4 (USD). Credits cost less when you purchase in larger quantities.

How do I contact customer support and sales?

Ticket/Email: Log into your account and click on the contact support link, or click the Contact Us page
Telephone: +1 (888) 674-2299

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