My First 3 Months on Adobe Stock (136 uploads / 60 downloads / $53.62 earnings)
Three months ago, I started uploading my design resources to Adobe Stock. Honestly, I wasn’t sure what to expect. The review process looked strict, and I wondered if my files would even sell.
But now, after 3 months, I can share my first small results.
📊 My Results So Far
Uploaded images: 136
Downloads: 60
Total earnings: $53.62
Timeframe: ~3 months
This means roughly 1 download for every 2 uploads. Considering I started with zero portfolio, I see this as a positive beginning.
💡 4 Key Lessons Learned
Keywords matter more than the artwork itself
Generic tags like “vector” or “illustration” don’t get much visibility.
Contextual tags like “resume template,” “business infographic,” or “social media banner” perform far better.
Seasonal & trend-driven assets sell faster
A few of my downloads came from holiday-themed designs.
Uploading assets before events (Valentine’s, Christmas, etc.) makes a huge difference.
Volume is the foundation
My 136 files are just a beginning.
From what I’ve seen, contributors with 500+ assets start getting consistent daily sales.
Passive income takes patience
$53.62 in 3 months won’t pay the bills.
But each file can keep selling for years, so the portfolio compounds over time like interest.
🔮 My Next Steps
Grow my portfolio to 200+ assets within the next month
Focus more on practical templates (resumes, UI kits, social posts)
Use AI-assisted tools to generate variations more efficiently
👉 If you’re also starting on Adobe Stock, share your numbers! Let’s compare growth strategies.
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