Fees & deductions
The current four tiers pay contributors 15%, 20%, 40% or 50% under the qualifying rules. New contributors start in Silver at 20%; Platinum has exclusivity conditions.
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Is Alamy a good fit for you?
License images through a stock marketplace. Use the current contract and commission table rather than an older summary of contributor tiers.
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Who it may suit
Photographers who understand rights, image quality and licensing conditions.
The trade-off to consider
Commission tiers and exclusivity affect your share. A reported sale can take months to clear, and only cleared funds count towards the payout threshold.
How payment works
The help page describes PayPal or funds transfer in USD, GBP or EUR. Monthly processing begins on the first working day; funds can take up to nine working days.
Minimum & timing
Cleared balance must be over US$75. Cleared means the customer has paid; a reported sale alone does not meet this condition.
Who can apply
Content must meet rights and quality rules. Current contract terms govern commissions and permitted use.
Official sources you can check
- Current contract changes ↗
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