Alamy fee calculator
See what you actually keep on Alamy. Published fee: 20-50% commission by tier. Verified Sep 2026.
Estimates use each platform’s published fee; payment-processing costs and taxes are not included.
Worked examples on Alamy
| Amount | Estimated fee | You keep (est.) |
|---|---|---|
| $100.00 | $20.00 – $50.00 | $50.00 – $80.00 |
| $500.00 | $100.00 – $250.00 | $250.00 – $400.00 |
| $1,000.00 | $200.00 – $500.00 | $500.00 – $800.00 |
| $5,000.00 | $1,000.00 – $2,500.00 | $2,500.00 – $4,000.00 |
Based on: 20-50% commission by tier. Ranges reflect tiered or category-dependent fees.
Compare with other stock marketplaces like Shutterstock
All fees →| Platform | Published fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Shutterstock | Royalties 15%-40% by contributor level | Calculator → |
| Adobe Stock | 33% royalty on images | Calculator → |
| 123RF | 30-60% royalty by contributor level | Calculator → |
| Getty Contributor | 20% royalty photos, 25% video | Calculator → |
| iStock | Royalties 15%-45% | Calculator → |
| Vecteezy | $5-10 per 1000 downloads or 50% Pro split | Calculator → |
| Wirestock | Keep 85% on distributed sales | Calculator → |
| Dreamstime | 25-50% royalty, up to 60% exclusive | Calculator → |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Alamy take in fees?
Alamy's published fee is: 20-50% commission by tier. Fees can vary by category, seller level, or country — always check the platform's current pricing page.
How much do I keep from $1,000 on Alamy?
Based on the published fee, you would keep approximately $500.00 to $800.00 from a $1,000 sale or project on Alamy — before payment-processing costs and taxes.
How does Alamy pay out?
Alamy pays via: Bank transfer, PayPal, Skrill.
Is this calculator official?
No — it is an independent estimate by FreelanceSites.net based on Alamy's published fee at the time we last verified it. Actual fees can differ by region, category, promotions, and payment method.