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Technical Requirements
You can also check out Vecteezy's Vector EPS Validations for more information.

1.1 File Format

Please upload EPS vectors that are compatible with Adobe Illustrator 10

EPS Max File Size 50 Megabytes

EPS Min Image Size 4 Megapixels
EPS Max Image Size 25 Megapixels

If you'd like to verify that the image size is larger than 4MP before uploading,
you can do this by multiplying the length by the height of the image (in pixels).
It will need to be a total of at least 4,000,000 pixels.

The Color Mode can be set to RGB or CMYK.

1.2 File organization

The files must be named properly. The names of each file must be written correctly
in English.

1.3 Metadata

Each image must have a unique title, description, and set of keywords--all of which
should be in English. All titles, descriptions, and keywords must accurately
describe the subject matter within the vector and cannot contain special
characters, spelling/grammar errors, or excessively repeated words or phrases.
Please read our metadata guidelines here.

1.4 Fonts

All fonts used for the designs must be free for commercial use.

Text/fonts must contain all letters of the alphabet. Both letters and effects must
be outlined/expanded and must be free from raster elements. All fonts used for the
designs must be free for commercial use. Embedded fonts are not acceptable.

1.5 Unexpanded Objects

All objects in your vector file must be expanded in order to ensure every element
of a vector file is fully and readily accessible to a customer.
When a vector file contains unexpanded objects this hinders the customer’s ability
to easily access everything in the file they purchased.
Every element of a vector file must be easily accessible when a customer first
opens a file, eliminating the need for the customer to do additional work to expand
objects in order to edit them.
To make sure in Adobe Illustrator if all elements are expanded, select all elements
(Windows: Ctrl +A / Mac: Command +A), then go to Objects, and select Expand.

1.6 Layer Organization

The layers must be unlocked and arranged properly, using various layers if
necessary. The names of each layer must be written correctly in English.

To double check in Adobe Illustrator, if all layers are unlocked, select all
elements (Command/Ctrl+A), then Show all Selections (Windows: Alt + Ctrl + 3 / Mac:
Option + Command + 3)
Delete unused layers. Double-check your layers when saving your image to EPS.
Sometimes this information isn’t transferred over and you’ll need to rename layers.

1.7 Artboards

Sometimes, vectors are accidentally saved with multiple artboards or windows. Be

sure to watch for this issue when saving your files. Removing multiple artboards
and/or multiple windows will enable customers to feel confident about the technical
quality of your files and possibly download even more files from your portfolio.

1.8 Order and Presentation

Packs and groups of elements should be tidy and well presented. The objects mustn’t
be too close to the edges of the design. The distribution of the design’s elements
should be carefully organized.

1.9 Autotrace

Vectors designed using Live Trace are not permitted. The exception to this are high
quality scanned images of watercolor, ink, grunge effects, etc. (the author must
own the rights to the original image).

1.10 Linked images or Raster Elements

Make sure your designs do not have any linked images, bitmaps, and/or raster
effects in them so users don’t experience any issues related to linked images that
are not vectors.

To double check in Adobe Illustrator if there aren’t any linked images, select all
elements
(Windows: Ctrl +A / Mac: Command +A), then go to Essentials, and check the Links
window for any linked file.

2. General Requirements
2.1 Similar Submissions

Variety among and within each author’s submissions is encouraged. Therefore, all
images must have noticeable differences in composition, elements, styles and etc...
In specific cases, we may accept multiple copies of the same vector, depending on
the quality and commercial value. However, keep in mind that these images may still
have other technical issues.

Before submitting your designs, be sure to review them for technical quality,
composition, color balance, style, etc. Submitting only your best resources is the
quickest way to enhance your portfolio and reduce the number of rejections you
receive.

2.2 Duplicates

We will only accept images that have not been previously submitted or already
published. Please note that repeatedly submitting the same resources does not
increase their chances of being published.

2.3 Logo Templates

Logo templates can be submitted as single files or in packs. All logo templates
should include placeholder text, and should not have any sensitive information.

2.4 Icons, Pictograms, or Simple Designs

Individual icons, pictograms and simple designs are accepted on a case by case
basis, and can still be submitted in packs as well. If you’re submitting in sets,
please keep in mind that we don’t want huge sets with crowded presentations. We
like large sets if they’re well designed and clean, but prefer small sets of four
to ten elements per file. Customers prefer this too, because they can see your
icons clearly in the search grid of thumbnails.

2.5 Social media icons

Social media logos are acceptable for editorial purposes and only PPD Free
contributors are allowed to submit them.

2.6 Corrupted File

Sometimes, once a vector is submitted and fully uploaded, it presents errors that
prevent the image from loading and appearing correctly. If this happens, we will
notify you so that you can review the file for issues before trying to upload it
again.

2.7 Spelling, Grammar, or Non-English

We only accept text in vectors and metadata that is written correctly in English.
Before submitting, review your images and metadata for textual errors (spelling,
grammar, logic, information, etc., and be sure all text is related to the image and
correctly integrated into the file.

Exceptions to this rule are specific, relevant festivities, wherein a brief text in
the local language is acceptable. We recommend also reviewing our ethical policies
so you can ensure your image is in accordance with them.

2.8 Ethical Policies

Images must be free of content that depicts or encourages inappropriate behavior

(e.g., violent, sexual, pornographic, etc.). We only accept images that will not,
in any way, affect the user’s sensibilities (think PG-13).

2.9 Do Not Include Attribution

Be sure your images are free of any signature, watermark, or other mark that
identifies the author of the design. Content must also be free of signatures or
comments related to Eezy (e.g., “designed by Eezy” or “selected by Eezy”)

2.10 Placeholder Text

Submissions with placeholder text such as business cards and brochures can’t
display specific addresses, names, licence plates, credit cards and so on, as this
information is categorized as sensitive information. Make sure to use fabricated
names and numbers as Placeholder Text, or restrict the name to first names only.

2.11 Placeholder Photos

Please do not include photos in the source file (EPS). If a photograph is included
in your submission they cannot display recognizable faces and you must send a
Property Release for the photograph.

3. Aesthetic Requirements
Every vector submitted must meet our aesthetic and technical standards (balanced
composition, color harmony, current style, commercial value, etc). Most Vecteezy
customers are creatives, which means they use images in original and unexpected
ways. Fully editable files maximize our customer’s creative possibilities and at
Vecteezy, that’s something we highly encourage. Keep in mind that while our
customer is most likely a creative with a good eye, he or she may not be an
experienced graphic designer or illustrator like you. Tidy up multiple layers and
unnecessary shapes, and give our customer a well-managed, easy-to-modify file to
work with.

3.1 Simple designs

Designs with only one element or elements that are too simple will not be accepted.
In the case that the element is correct but too simple, it is recommended to
present it in a themed pack with other similar designs.

3.2 Autotrace

Vectors designed using Live Trace are not permitted. The exception to this are high
quality scanned images of watercolor, ink, grunge effects, etc. (the author must
own the rights to the original image)

3.3 Updated dates

If the design contains a year (e.g. 2019), it will only be accepted if this
coincides with the current year. In the case that year is coming to an end, designs
will be accepted that include the following year.

3.4 Productized Templates or Mock-ups

Templates with original artwork side-by-side the productized “salesy” display, is

unacceptable. E.g. Design + Design applied on a T-shirt Mock-up. There is too much
cognitive load with these particular designs and as a customer scans the results we
want them to have a pleasurable viewing experience.

4. Legal Issues
4.1 Trademark

A trademark is a word, symbol, name, or device (or combination of these) used to

distinguish and identify the source or ownership of specific goods or services.
Examples of a trademark are company logos or designs that are associated with a
specific product or service (e.g., Adobe, Amazon, Nintendo, Disney, etc.).

In order to avoid misuse of a trademark or logo and prevent our customers from
inadvertently infringing a trademark, we review all content for potential
trademark, copyright, and intellectual property violations. Because of this, we do
not accept images that contain isolated or prominently displayed trademarks or
logos for commercial use. Since our customers can use content designed for
commercial use in advertisements, product packaging, and the like, images must be
free of visible registered trademarks, landmarks, and copyrights (see the links
below for known image restrictions). However, the use of social network icons is
allowed for PPD Free contributors..

Known Places in America

Known Places in Europe & Africa
Known Places in the Middle East & Australia
If your image contains a visible trademark, you must remove the trademarked
content from the image before submitting it for commercial use. However, images
that contain visible trademarks can be submitted for editorial use, as long as they
meet our editorial standards.

4.2 Copyright

Copyright is a type of legal protection that provides the author or creator of an

original, creative work the exclusive legal right to use their work and to
authorize others to do the same. Any original work fixed in a tangible medium can
be protected by copyright. In order for the work of an author to be considered
“original,” it must be created solely by the author and have some degree of
creativity.

In other countries, the copyright to your work may be recognized in the same way
those countries recognize the copyrights of their own citizens (especially if the
countries are bound by the Berne Convention (an international treaty)). However,
this does not mean your copyright applies internationally--only that other
countries will treat your copyright ownership the same way they would lawfully
treat copyrights in their own countries.

The Berne Convention requires its signatories (the countries that have signed and
agreed to abide by it) to have certain enforcement procedures when intellectual
property is infringed upon. These provisions are outlined in the Agreement on
Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS), and they include
protective measures, civil remedies, and criminal sanctions. To learn more about
how you can enforce your copyright abroad, please contact your attorney.

There are also restrictions that apply to authors when they depict certain objects
or subjects within an original work. You can find out more in the link below:

Object & Subject Restrictions

Brands & Trademarks
4.3 Plagiarism

All images you submit must be original and your own. As soon as we detect that you
have submitted copyright-infringing content, your contributor account will be
permanently blocked.

Reusing Elements: Including elements from other authors in your content, however
minimal, is considered plagiarism. Content must be free of elements (photos,
vectors, and PSD files) that are already published by Eezy or other contributors.
Inspiration: Recreating vectors based on other designer’s work will also be
considered plagiarism.
Although you share resources with other contributors, always submit original
content that differs from anyone else’s. Failure to do so may result in your
account being blocked.

4.4 Model Releases

If your image is based on an actual person, you may need to provide a signed model
release. If your image appears to be based on an actual person, make sure you can
supply an original sketch of your creation if requested.

4.5 Property Releases

You may need to provide a scan of your original sketch or a property release to
prove the image is yours and you’re permitting it to be used in microstock.

4.6 Public Domain

Images that are in the public domain typically have expired copyrights. Copyright
laws vary from country to country, so it can be hard to figure out whether an image
is in the public domain. In the United States, an author’s copyrighted work is
protected throughout their entire life, plus 70 years after their death. When this
period expires, the work generally falls into the public domain. In contrast, when
a copyrighted work is created in Belarus, it is protected for the author’s
lifetime, plus 50 more years.

Content that is from the public domain or that contains elements from the public
domain (e.g., scans of photographs, copies of artwork or footage, etc.) will not be
accepted for commercial or editorial use. Researching and verifying the copyright
status of images in the public domain is not a practical part of our review
process; therefore, public domain content should not be submitted for any reason.

5. Review Process
We make it a priority to review content submitted by our contributors as quickly as
possible. Since we receive a large amount of content every day, it can take up to
20 business days for your content to be reviewed. Before submitting your content,
always check to be sure it complies with our quality standards and technical
requirements. If we find multiple images during review that violate our standards,
the entire submission may be rejected. If the first two entire submitted batches
are rejected, your account will be blocked.

6. Most-wanted Content
There’s no such thing as an ideal vector or illustration. That said, some types of
vector are more in demand than others. Obviously Vecteezy customers want
interesting, relevant images. There are also technical specs to consider, which
you’ll find in detail in the technical guidelines sections above.

Commercial images. These are images that have a message, are versatile, are
technically sound, and can be used by advertisers and publishers to sell a product
or service. Think about how your customer (a designer or small company) will use
your image. If you can picture it being used for a digital ad, magazine spread, or
email template, you have a commercial image.

Literal and conceptual images. Our customers have varied needs. Some require images
that convey ideas all on their own (success, friendship, insecurity, etc.) while
others need images that are exactly what they appear to be (people, nature, simple
objects, etc.).

Fresh interpretations of common concepts. Customers are always looking for

reinventions of the most-used themes.

Images that are distinct from each other. Customers can use image series for large
and ongoing projects, but they’re too busy to sort through lots of similar images.
A series should depict a single idea in a variety of different ways.