Photography License Fee Calculator
Price an image licence from the number of images, usage scope, exclusivity and licence term.
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Price an image licence from the number of images, usage scope, exclusivity and licence term.
Photography License Fee Estimator
Enter your numbers below for an instant estimate.
How It Works
Key concepts behind this calculator
Set A Base
Number of images times base fee.
Add Usage
Raise the fee for wider media and reach.
Add Exclusivity
Charge extra if you cannot resell the image.
Add Term
Add an uplift for each extra year.
Licence Usage Guide
Typical factors that affect an image licence fee.
| Factor | Effect | Typical Uplift | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Web only | Base | 0% | Lowest |
| Print and web | Higher | 25 to 50% | Wider reach |
| Advertising | High | 100%+ | Commercial |
| Exclusive rights | Premium | 25 to 100% | No resale |
| Rule of Thumb | Price by use | Longer means more | Write it down |
Photography License Fee Calculator FAQ
Answers to common questions about this calculator.
A fee charged for permission to use an image in a defined way for a set time.
Because you lose the chance to license the image to anyone else.
Many photographers do, with an uplift for each extra year of use.
No. They are a guide, and the terms must be set out in a written licence.