What is Dreamstime.com?
Dreamstime.com is a popular website where people can buy and sell photos, videos, music, and designs. It's like a big online store for digital content.
Who uses Dreamstime?
1. Photographers and creators – They upload their images and sell them to earn money.
2. Businesses, designers, and students – They buy images to use on websites, ads, school projects, etc.
How does payment work?
There are 3 main ways to get images:
1. Subscription Plan
You pay monthly and get a set number of downloads every day or month.
Best for businesses or people who need many images.
2. Credit Plan
You buy credits and use them to download images when you need.
Best for occasional use.
3. Free Images
Dreamstime also has a free section with limited images you can download and use.
Can I upload and sell photos?
Yes! You can create a free contributor account, upload your photos, and earn money when people download them.
You get paid each time someone downloads your photo.
It uses a Royalty-Free License (they pay once and can use the image many times).
🔒 Is Dreamstime safe and trustworthy?
✅ Yes!
•Founded in 2000, it has over 20+ years of experience
•Millions of users worldwide
•Payouts via PayPal, Skrill, bank transfer, etc.
•Secure website with customer support
How to Create a Contributor Account on Dreamstime (Step-by-Step)
✅ Step 1: Visit the Website
Go to: https://www.dreamstime.com
✅ Step 2: Click “Sign up” (Top-right corner)
1. On the homepage, click “Sign up”.
2. Select:
I want to sell media (important ✅)
NOT “I want to buy images”
✅ Step 3: Fill in Your Details
Username: Choose a name (e.g., PhotoKing123)
Email: Use a valid email
Password: Choose a strong one
Confirm Password
Check ✅ “I agree to terms”
Click “Register”
✅ Step 4: Verify Your Email
•Go to your email inbox.
•Click the confirmation link Dreamstime sent.
•Your account is now active!
✅ Step 5: Log In and Access Your Dashboard
•Go back to dreamstime.com
•Click “Log in”
•Use your email and password.
✅ Step 6: Complete Contributor Profile
•Inside your dashboard:
•Add your real name and country
•Add payment info (PayPal/Skrill or bank info – you can do this later)
•Upload a profile picture (optional)
✅ Step 7: Start Uploading Photos
1. Click “Upload” in your dashboard
2. Choose your image files
3. Add:
•Title
•Keywords
•Description
Select image type (Editorial or Commercial)
4. Click “Submit”
✅ Step 8: Wait for Review
Dreamstime reviewers will check your image.
If approved, it will go live on the site.
If rejected, they will tell you why (you can improve and try again).
You are now a Contributor!
You can start earning money whenever someone downloads your image.
Tips for Beginners:
•Upload high-quality, clear, original photos
•Use relevant keywords (e.g., "sunset, beach, Sri Lanka")
•Add detailed descriptions
•Don’t upload copyrighted or blurry content
