The simple math
Add up photo and video fees per sale and subtract any fixed subscription fees. Your own tax treatment is separate from this.
Calculation example without sales promise
Practical example
Net before tax = all recorded creator fees in that month − that month's subscription fee. Only use the current amounts from your account; price levels and reimbursements are subject to change.
Work with three scenarios
Create a conservative, expected and best-case scenario and use real plan fees.
Caution: incidental sales.
Expected: relevant collection plus active promotion.
Favorable: strong regional coverage and recurring demand.
What affects your yield
Findability, quality and commercial relevance work together.
How specific and current is the location?
Can an editor use the file directly?
Does your series offer real choice?
Do you take customers to collections yourself?
When a paid plan makes sense
A paid creator plan is rational when higher fees and features are expected to yield more than the subscription costs. Use your own sales data.
Think long term
A well-described file can remain findable for a long time. Be sure to add images that broaden your offering and keep changing locations up to date.
DroneStock cannot guarantee turnover, sales frequency or payback period.
Frequently asked questions
Short and clear
Is income guaranteed?
No. The result depends on supply, demand, quality, location and findability.
Do I have to pay taxes?
That depends on your country and situation. Keep track of income and, if necessary, seek advice from a tax specialist.
Is uploading more always better?
No. Relevant variation and quality are more important than numbers alone.
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