Pricing & Licensing
Three per-image tiers.
One Pro plan for studios.
Every image on darkphoto can be licensed under our standard three-tier structure. For brands and studios with a steady cadence, the Pro subscription covers unlimited internal use.
No. 01 — Per image
Three tiers. No surprise fees.
Tier P1
Personal
Prints, personal channels, and home use. Single named end user.
From
$48
- Up to 8×10" print at home
- Personal social channels
- Single named end user
- Non-transferable, non-resale
- 12-month term
Tier P2
Commercial
Brand, agency, editorial. One campaign, one project, 12 months.
From
$288
- Web, print, OOH under 1M impressions
- Single campaign or project
- Worldwide distribution, 12 months
- Full indemnity, no resale
- Cancel anytime, no auto-renew
Tier P3
Extended
Unlimited impressions, perpetual, fully transferable.
From
$864
- Unlimited impressions, perpetual
- Transferable to client / successor
- Includes merchandise and packaging
- Indemnified for resale catalogs
- Worldwide, all media
No. 02 — Pro
For studios & brands
Pro — one monthly flat rate.
Unlimited internal use across your studio's active projects. A clear ledger of what you've used, where. Cancel any time, no haggling.
- Unlimited downloads, all works
- Studio-wide seat (up to 8 users)
- Up to 5M impressions / month
- Web, print, social, decks
- Internal campaigns and pitches
- Cancel any time, no penalty
Billed monthly via Stripe. 14-day refund window.
Not included in Pro
- Out-of-home advertising (OOH)
- Resale, packaging, merchandise
- NFT / generative resale
- Sub-licensing to third parties
- Resold catalog distribution
For these use cases, license under Extended per image.
No. 03 — Compare
What's covered, in detail.
| Feature | Personal | Commercial | Extended | Pro Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Personal social use | ||||
| Single named end user | ||||
| Web & print under 1M impressions | ||||
| Single campaign / project | ||||
| Multi-campaign, 12 months | ||||
| Unlimited impressions, perpetual | ||||
| Transferable / sub-licensable | ||||
| Merchandise & packaging | ||||
| Studio seat (up to 8 users) | ||||
| OOH advertising | ||||
| Resale catalogs |
No. 04 — FAQ
Common questions.
How is pricing set per image?
Each photographer sets a base price; license tiers are 1×, 6×, and 18× that base. Prices reflect the edition size and the photographer's experience.
What does the photographer receive?
The photographer receives 70% of the listed license price. Stripe processing and the marketplace's curation fee cover the remaining 30%.
Can I use Personal for a client deliverable?
No. Personal is strictly for your own non-commercial use. For client work, license under Commercial or Extended.
Do you offer refunds?
Yes, within 14 days of purchase, as long as the image has not been published or used. Pro subscriptions can be cancelled at any time.
Can I upgrade a Personal license later?
Yes — pay the difference between the two tiers. We keep a ledger of every license you've ever bought.
Is there a bulk license for agencies?
Yes. Contact us at [email protected] and we'll structure a Pro plan that fits your team.