123RF’s On-The-Go Android App Monetizes Photos Shot on Smartphones

Designed for Android smartphone users, this newly launched microstock photography app enables one to easily snap, tag, upload and monetize their mobile shots onto 123RF.com.

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) October 2013

123RF.com, the renowned global Royalty-Free microstock content provider of over 22 million high-quality creative works, today launched its much anticipated On-The-Go Android App. Designed for Android smartphone users, this newly launched microstock photography app enables one to easily snap, tag, upload and monetize their mobile shots onto 123RF.com

Following the success of previously launched 123RF On-The-Go iPhone App on June 20, 2013, 123RF is now aiming to tap into the fast booming Android smartphone market. To date, there has been more than 80,000 installations for the 123RF On-The-Go mobile app for the Apple iPhone. This is clearly a testament that an increasing number of people choose to take photos with their mobile phones as today’s smartphone cameras are just about as apt in getting the job done and is significantly more accessible compared to conventional cameras.

"As a reputable microstock content provider with over 4 million registered members worldwide, we are constantly seeking new content contributors to inject even more variety and freshness into our content library. The newly launched 123RF On-The-Go Android app is an invaluable platform and opportunity for Android smartphone users to capture and upload their best shots, and in return, benefit monetarily from them. We’re pretty excited with the possibilities as the phone cameras are excellent tools that help to drive citizen journalism. What’s more, editorial shots can be uploaded almost instantaneously as and when the event unfolds," says Alex P’ng, Product Manager of 123RF.com.

The 123RF On-The-Go App also has a built-in competition engine. Smartphone users are tasked with snapping photos that relate to a weekly theme. The best and most creative entry will receive US$300. 123RF has to date, given away US$4,500 in prize money to 15 winners worldwide.

Users of the 123RF On-The-Go Android app can choose to upload photos that are larger than 5 megapixels either from the Android Smartphone’s Gallery or live photos using the in-app camera function. 123RF Content Acquisitions policy stipulates that photos should be sharp, well composed, adequately lit, described and keyworded accurately to be accepted and sold on 123RF.com under a Royalty-Free license for commercial or editorial use.

For more information on 123RF’s On-The-Go Android App, please log on to its microsite here: http://www.123rf.com/otgapp.

About 123RF.com
As a renowned royalty-free microstock library, 123RF.com is home to over 22 million high-quality creative works that include stock photos, vectors, video footage and audio files. Committed to providing real top-notch quality customer service, 123RF.com provides 24-hour customer service and support, 7 days a week. For more information about this article, please email pr(at)123rf(dot)com.

123RF Reaches out to Taiwan’s Creative Professionals Through Its Partnership with WACOM

Taiwan’s creative industry is set to benefit from 123RF and WACOM’s partnership.

Taipei, Taiwan (PRWEB) June, 2013 - 123RF.com, royalty-free provider of stock photos and digital assets, is pleased to announce that they will be collaborating with WACOM, the world’s leading manufacturer of pen tablets, interactive pen displays and digital interface solutions.

Targeting professional graphic artists, 123RF is offering customers who purchase WACOM’s Intuos tablets a 15 credits voucher that can be used to purchase images, footage, illustrations, audio and logos on 123RF.com.

Stephanie Sitt, CEO of 123RF.com says, “This collaborative promotion plan enables WACOM customers to experience and enjoy using 123RF’s diverse range of digital assets which will make a difference in the quality of creative work they produce.”

Sitt adds that, “Our marketing experts recognized the vast potential that could derive from 123RF.com and WACOM’s partnership, which highlights the convergent nature of creative and technology segments. The possibilities that await us are almost limitless.”

Alex Wei, CEO of 123RF Taiwan is quick to share his thoughts regarding this marketing effort, “We believe that this 123RF and WACOM partnership will strengthen our position in Taiwan, as this is one of the most exciting markets to tap into in present times. There is a need for Taiwan’s creative communities to be exposed to more volume of creative content. With our dedicated team in Taiwan, we are ready to handle any enquiries pertaining to the benefits one can enjoy from 123RF and WACOM’s collaborative efforts.”

About Wacom
Wacom is the world’s leading manufacturer of pen tablets, interactive pen displays and digital interface solutions, with offices throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. Wacom provides companies with core solutions, such as the Cintiq® line of interactive pen displays, the Intuos® line of professional pen tablets, and the Bamboo® and Bamboo Fun® pen tablet lines. They also provide underlying technology for a wide variety of products, including mobile information terminals, Tablet PC's, UMPC's, amusement equipments, and medical devices. Wacom Technology Corporation, is headquartered in Vancouver, WA and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Wacom Company, Ltd. of Tokyo, Japan.

About 123RF.com
Founded in 2005, 123RF.com is a royalty-free microstock library that offers more than 19.5 million high-quality, royalty - free content comprising stock photos, illustrations, logos, footage, and audio files at the lowest prices. 123RF.com also offers 24-hour service, seven days a week. For more information, visit 123RF.com.

123RF.com to Provide Geolocation-based Search with GeoRank

Enabling creative professionals' access to more relevant content by drawing resources from 123RF.com’s 19 million strong digital file index.

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) May 06, 2013 - 123RF.com provider of stock photos and royalty-free assets today announced the launch of GeoRank, a new feature that enables users to find relevant images, footage, illustrations and logos that have been uploaded closest to a user’s geographical location.

Stephanie Sitt, CEO of 123RF.com says, “Microstock content, whilst sold internationally has always been inherently local in nature. GeoRank represents the next evolution of search allowing our users to find more relevant content faster and easier than ever before.”

GeoRank works by matching a user’s keyword searches to submissions uploaded by contributors from the same or neighboring countries. This provides users with the ability to locate local specific fashion, festivals, models, scenery, and food-related images amongst many others as well as craft a more effective creative campaign.

This service comes in a form of a search tab for images, footage and illustrations. GeoRank is currently enabled in the US, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, Philippines, Indonesia and India.

Sitt adds that “GeoRank provides an immediate impact for creative professionals on a tight deadline, allowing them to sift through over 19 million assets to find the perfect one for their project.”

About 123RF.com

Founded in 2005, 123RF.com is a royalty-free microstock library that offers more than 19 million high-quality royalty-free content comprising stock photos, illustrations, logos, footage, and audio files at the lowest prices. 123RF.com also offers 24-hour service, 7 days a week. For more information, visit 123RF.com.

123RF Expands into Royalty-Free Audio

123RF launches its royalty-free audio library.

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) March 18, 2013 - 123RF.com is proud to announce the official launch of its Microstock Audio Library. Containing over 20,000 Royalty-Free user generated audio clips, users can now add even more spice to their creative projects.

“The addition of audio to our existing library of high quality images, videos, logos, vectors and illustrations establishes 123RF as a 360° end to end creative asset provider,” said Stephanie Sitt, CEO of 123RF.

The 123RF Audio Library is split into two categories namely Music and Sound Effects which consists of the following genres:

Music Library:
Ambient, Children’s, Cinematic, Classical, Corporate, Country & Western, Drum & Bass, Electronica, House, Abstract & Experimental, Folk & Acoustic, Funk & Groove, Soul & R&B, Hip Hop, Holiday & Seasonal, Jazz, Pop, Rock, World Beat, Percussion, Vocals & Voice.

Sound Effects Library:
Games, Cartoons, Interfaces, Transition & Movements, Buttons & Menus, Nature, Domestic, Urban, Industrial, Futuristic, Human, and Sound Packs.

123RF’s audio stock will be available for purchase via the pay as you go credit package system, allowing buyers to maximize their budget by buying all creative assets under one roof.

Sitt adds, “The flexibility of the pay as you go credit package system enables our customers access to all the Audio, Image, Footage, Vectors & Illustrations necessary to execute highly creative and effective works that stand out from the crowd.”

Audio professionals looking to monetize their works are welcomed to join as audio content contributors and will get 30-60% of the sale price. Prices are set by the contributors themselves using a 5 tier pricing system. This flexibility allows authors to pick a price that justifies the complexity of the uploaded work.

Audio content contributions can be uploaded via FTP and 123RF.com provides a CSV metadata import function for contributors with a large collection. Interested contributors can find out more at http://www.123rf.com/sellaudio/#hlehnerer .

With over 2.6 million users and 18 million assets, 123RF.com is the ideal launch pad for audio professionals looking to market their works to the creative industry.

To commemorate the launch of 123RF’s Royalty-Free Audio Library, current clients and visitors who register at 123RF.com during this promotional period will be given 6 relaxation music tracks from 123RF’s specially produced “Reflections of the Orient” absolutely free.

About 123RF.com
Founded in 2005, 123RF.com is a royalty-free microstock library that offers more than 18 million high quality Royalty-Free content comprising stock photos, editorial images, illustrations, stock-footage, and audio files at the lowest prices. 123RF also offers 24-hour service 7 days a week. For more information, visit 123RF.com.

123RF.com Starts Accepting Royalty-Free Microstock Audio Clips and Music from Audio Artists

Royalty-Free Microstock Content provider 123RF® invites Audio Artists and Authors to submit suitable audio clips, sound effects, music tracks and compilations for inclusion into its collection.

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) November, 2012 - Royalty-Free Microstock Content provider 123RF® invites Audio Artists and Authors to submit suitable audio clips, sound effects, music tracks and compilations for inclusion into its collection. A one-stop digital media library with a proven track record since 2005, 123RF.com, a supplier of stock photos, editorial images, illustrations and video footage, will add audio tracks to its ever expanding list of product offerings in the first quarter of 2013.

“We have a ready marketplace of over 2.2 million members comprising freelance design professionals, advertising agencies, publishers and broadcasting companies that we have built up over the years. Authors who submit their content to us will be able to access this worldwide clientele via the 123RF.com platform. With the addition of microstock audio, we will be able to complete our product line and solidify our branding as well as direction of being a one stop center for all creative content, only at the best prices!” says Stephanie Sitt, CEO of 123RF.

Composers, musicians, music and audio engineering professionals are invited to submit music files, sound effects and compilations for commercial use. Authors have the freedom to price content into 5 price tiers. This gives the flexibility for authors to choose a higher price tier for audio or music tracks that are more complex to produce, compose or compile. Each time a track is licensed and downloaded, its owner shall receive anywhere from 30% to 60% of the net proceeds from each track.

Well known for its simple, easy and straightforward submission workflow, 123RF’s developers have created a streamlined system that will delight content authors especially those who wish to submit content in bulk to meet the anticipated launch date of January 2013. A comprehensive audio content submission guide is now available on 123RF.com’s blog: http://www.123rf.com/blog/blog.php?idblog=b1000254

123RF.com is also kick starting its audio content with a giveaway solely for Audio contributors. For each audio file accepted on 123RF.com, its owner has an entry to receive an Apple ipad mini in a lucky draw to be held on the official launch day for 123RF Stock Audio where 3 draws will be held for 3 lucky audio contributors.

123RF.com’s Content Submission team is also easily accessible and can be reached via email : submission (at) 123rf (dot) com or LiveChat directly from the 123RF.com website to assist with any questions on content submissions.

For more information about 123RF.com audio file submission process and guidelines, commission system and license agreements, please visit http://www.123rf.com.

About 123RF.com
Acknowledged as the preferred choice of over 2.2 million creative design professionals and advertising agencies, 123RF.com offers more than 16 million high quality Royalty-Free content consisting of stock photos, editorial images, illustrations, video footage and soon, audio files at the lowest prices. 123RF.com is available 24/7 and can be contacted for immediate assistance via telephone, email or LiveChat regarding all products or services.

 

123RF Announces Partnership With Zcool in China

123RF welcomes its new partner Zcool who will be representing them in China. This partnership will be significant as it promotes and enables an improved copyright security for our Chinese clients and contributors.

Beijing, China (PRWEB) May, 2012 - Global Royalty-Free Stock Photo, Illustration and Video Footage provider, 123RF, announced today a partnership agreement with Zcool, China's renowned creative designer platform for graphic designers. Zcool will represent 123RF for the mainland China region through http://www.123rf.net.

The partnership agreement states that Chinese clients will be able to select and purchase from over 13 million Royalty-Free stock photos and illustrations, with 25,000 fresh content updated daily, across various categories such as Lifestyle, Editorial, Objects, People, Conceptual and more at 123RF.net.

“We are delighted to have Zcool on board with us, representing and operating 123RF in China. The microstock business in China is rapidly expanding, making this partnership a good opportunity for us to introduce our Royalty-Free microstock content to the Chinese market.” says Stephanie Sitt, CEO of 123RF.

“With Zcool's experience and strong footing in the creative community, we are confident that we have selected the ideal partner to represent 123RF China. This partnership brings our microstock business to a whole new level, broadening our business presence in Asia,” added Sitt.

Both 123RF and Zcool are making a difference in creating a legal and safe commercial platform for contributors to upload their intellectual property which includes artwork and photography. The same platform also provides an avenue for clients to reliably download license copyrighted content for a low fee. All commercial content available for licensing on 123RF.net have been previously checked for model and property release information, making it safe for commercial use.

Zcool is well-known in China for its efforts in championing intellectual property protection, anti-piracy and enforcement to protect all original artwork and photography from being used illegally. One of the proponents that drives up rampant piracy in the stock photography industry is the high price of the images. To counter this, 123RF consistently offers the latest high quality content at affordably low prices.

Sitt also added, "Our partnership with Zcool is significant as it promotes and enables an improved copyright security for our Chinese clients and contributors. Previously, organizations were downloading images for commercial use without obtaining the consent from the owner and in the process, disregarding licensing and proper attribution. However, through constant user education, more organizations and designers today are showing an awareness in the importance of intellectual property and the need to license copyrighted material before using them.”

High quality digital media content on http://www.123rf.net can be licensed for as low as RMB4.40 each. There are two payment alternatives available which are the ‘Pay-as-you-go’ credit or subscription plans that offer clients the flexibility of choosing to pay for what suits them best. With every purchase made, clients will be rewarded with RF points that entitles them to redeem exclusive gifts.

123RF China operates from 10am to 10pm, Monday through Friday, and can be contacted via telephone, e-mail or QQ, a live chat feature commonly used in the region. 123RF.net is customized and localized to suit the preference of Chinese users. Chinese clients can also connect with 123RF China on Wei Bo, a popular local Chinese social media site, at http://www.weibo.com/123rf.

About 123RF
123RF is a royalty-free digital media library that offers a wide variety of commercial and practical high quality image and footage with a budget-friendly price. Hosting more than 13 million Royalty-Free photos, editorial images, vector illustrations and video footage, 123RF is constantly updated with 25,000 fresh content on a daily basis. 123RF also gives photographers, illustrators, designers and videographers the opportunity to upload and display their creative materials, catering to a worldwide audience. 123RF’s offices are located in major cities around the world including United States of America, United Kingdom, Brazil, Australia, South Africa, South Korea, Singapore and more. For any assistance regarding 123RF products, 123RF can be contacted via telephone, e-mail or live chat. Please visit http://www.123rf.com for more information.

If you would like more information about this article, please email partner.eu(at)123rf(dot)com

About Zcool
Founded in August 2006, Zcool is China's most active and popular creative designer platform that gathers professional designers and artists to showcase their design talent. Since its establishment, Zcool has been actively involved in domestic and international design competitions and has hosted dozens of large-scale co-design activities. Zcool have also successfully initiated and organized a series of offline activities, creating a reputable name for themselves in the creative design field. Zcool is also committed to provide a stepping stone for designers, linking them to corporate organizations in order to build a solid professional business relationship. For more information, please visit http://www.zcool.com.cn.

123RF Stock Footage Goes On Sale

San Francisco, CA, May 8, 2012 – 123RF, provider of Stock Photos and Royalty-Free Images, announced today the launch of its new product line, 123RF Stock Footage. Clients can choose from over 75,000 high definition video clips at www.123rf.com, a global Royalty-Free Stock Photo, Illustration and Video Footage licensing platform.

“We are thrilled to enter into the stock footage business. Through this venture, we have expanded our product line and this positions 123RF.com as a one-stop digital library that can cater to the Royalty-Free demands for stock images, illustrations or footage of our customers.” says Stephanie Sitt, CEO of 123RF.

123RF Stock Footage are filmed by both full-time and part-time videographers. Some of the more notable contributors to 123RF Stock Footage are Wavebreak Media Ltd., Dan Talson (Dubassy) and Oxana Rishnyak (Videodoctor) who collectively contribute 35,000 video clips thus far. Clients can download top quality high definition (HD) video content on demand as all content are immediately available. The launch of 123RF Stock Footage also give professional videographers the opportunity to reach out to a global marketplace on the 123RF digital library licensing platform.

“With an increasing demand for stock footage in the market today, clients are constantly on the look-out for affordable high quality and up-to-date video clips. At 123RF, we are determined to live up to that expectation.” says Sitt. “Talented contributors with great stock content should contribute to 123RF as we have a ready base of global clients waiting to search for and license their productions. Our site traffic is growing on a daily basis as a result of our focus on the 123RF brand as well as the opening of newer and less saturated markets such as China and Japan.” Sitt also adds.

The Royalty-Free video clips from the 123RF Stock Footage collection are produced in high definition, appropriate for commercial use and are available in categories such as Lifestyle, Business, Objects, Celebration and Conceptual amongst others.

The sizes and pricing for 123RF Stock Footage are:

1080 High Definition - from as low as $44.20.
720 High Definition - from as low as $37.40.
480 Standard Definition - from as low as $27.20.
240 Web Definition - from as low as $10.20.

For more information on 123RF Stock Footage, please visit www.123rf.com.

About 123RF
123RF is a royalty-free digital media library that offers a wide variety of budget friendly commercial and practical high quality images and footage. Hosting more than 13 million Royalty-Free photos, editorial images, vector illustrations and video footage, 123RF is constantly updated with 25,000 fresh content daily. 123RF also gives photographers, illustrators, designers and videographers the opportunity to upload and display their creative productions and promote them to a worldwide audience. 123RF’s offices are located in the United States of America, United Kingdom, Brazil, China, Australia, South Africa and more that operates 24 hours a day, from Monday through Friday. For any assistance regarding 123RF products, 123RF can be contacted via telephone, e-mail or live chat.

123RF.com Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives

YouTube link: http://youtu.be/Z61mT4wmdSU
 

by 123royaltyfree on Apr 3, 2012 - This is 123RF.com's video on Corporate Social Responsibility. Join us in our effort to help save mother earth. For more information, please visit http://www.123rf.com/csr/

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Next Commission Change at 123RF In January 2013

123RF.com will be changing its Contributor Commission Payout on January 1, 2013. From now till then, 123RF.com shall continue paying our Contributors at a rate of:

1. 50% net value for credits
2. $0.36 per download for subscriptions

From January 1, 2013 onwards – 123RF.com shall adopt the new Contributor Commission Payout schedule depicted in the table below:

123RF.com shall round the monthly cumulative earnings to the nearest $0.01.

The mechanics of deriving a Contributor’s Commission are as follows:

1. At the end of every month, a Contributor’s total credits from all downloads in the previous 12 months shall be summed according to this table:
   
   
2. The summed credit amount shall determine the Contributor’s Level.
3. The Contributor’s level will determine the commissions for each download in the preceding month.

The aim of the new Commission Structure:

1. Rewards Contributors who consistently send in quality Content that are in high demand to 123RF.com.
2. Takes into account the Contributor’s performance and consistency as well as acknowledge loyalty.
3. Takes into account the growth of contributors vs. the growth of sales and the dynamic relationship between the two growth factors.
4. Gives a stable, measureable, predictable and most important of all, specific milestones for achieving targets.
5. Fosters healthy competition for new and old contributors alike.
6. Encourages consistent and sustained uploading of fresh content to 123RF.com.
7. Takes into account every seasonal sales variation or fluctuation and changes.

123RF.com to Start Accepting Motion Video Submissions!

HOUSTON, TX, December, 2011 - Since its humble beginnings in 2005, 123RF.com has been accepting stock photos from photographers and licensing them to advertising agencies, graphic designers and businesses under a Royalty-Free license. Today, 123RF.com officially announces the launch of its video submission platform. Keeping in line with the growing needs and demands for video and motion graphics in the advertising & media industry, this significant evolution for 123RF.com has resoundingly solidified its position as an established player in the Royalty-Free stock photos and digital media licensing industry.

Recent research reports by Nielsen^[1] and Gartner^[2] shows the increasing prevalence in the use of video and video based advertisements^[3] especially in mobile devices is rapidly gaining ground over traditional forms of advertising. Stephanie Sitt, C.E.O. of 123RF Limited believes that the availability of internet bandwidth that enables the streaming of videos is a key driver for the growth in demand for highly creative and yet commercially orientated stock videos.

“We’re very excited to be able to develop the platform to open yet another income channel for videographers, agencies and other producers of stock videos. We certainly have the platform, the eyeballs and the right audience from the right industry - all that’s left is the right content to meet that demand. Our traffic and internet reach according to Alexa, Compete and QuantCast has increased more than fifteen fold over the past 2 years, making 123RF.com the fastest growing Royalty-Free stock agency.” enthused Sitt.

Sitt goes on to add, “Our IT team have put together a reliable and fast video submission platform that ensures a stable upload, quick file-encoding and comes complete with a user-friendly interface for keywording and release attachment. To submit videos to 123RF.com, just create a Contributor account, and follow the instructions to start uploading. We have approximately 30,000 videos in our databases right now but would really welcome more to ensure that our clients will be spoilt for choice during the launch day, scheduled for January 2012.“

More information on uploading procedures, commissions, legal documents and end user license agreements can be found on www.123rf.com. Email submission@123rf.com for details and inquiries on video submission.

^[1] January 2011: Online Video Usage Up 45%

( http://blog.nielsen.com/nielsenwire/online_mobile/january-2011-online-video-usage-up-45/ )

^[2] Gartner Says Worldwide Mobile Advertising Revenue Forecast to Reach $3.3 Billion in 2011

( http://www.gartner.com/it/page.jsp?id=1726614 )

^[3] Online Video Ad Spending Annual Growth Peaks In 2012

( http://www.reelseo.com/online-video-ad-spending/ )

About 123RF.com

Since 2005, 123RF.com is a royalty-free stock photo library that offers a variety of inexpensive, impressive and practical high quality stock photos, catering to clients who have a constant need of fresh images. 123RF.com hosts over 11.3 million stock photos while 20,000 images are added to the website on a daily basis. 123RF.com also gives photographers, designers and illustrators the opportunity to promote their photography and illustrations to a worldwide audience. 123RF.com operates 24-hours a day, from Mondays to Fridays. For further details, please visit www.123rf.com.

123RF.com Hits the 10 Millionth Image Mark

Houston, TX,  August 15, 2011 - 123RF.com today announced the acquisition of its 10 millionth Royalty-Free image. This significant milestone represents 123RF.com’s focus on rapid growth, regional expansion and commitment to acquiring high quality, impressive and practical visual media.

“It has been exhilarating to witness 123RF.com come this far. On the week that the 10 millionth image was accepted alone, a staggering count of 100,000 new content comprising Royalty-Free stock photos and illustrations were added to the site! Allow me to represent all of us at 123RF in expressing our gratitude to our clients and contributors alike for their tremendous support since we first opened our doors in 2005!” says Stephanie Sitt, CEO of 123RF.com.

Sitt reports that the IT development teams have been tasked with developing faster, reliable and accurate search techniques as speed is of paramount importance to 123RF’s clients. In addition to that, 123RF members can expect more freedom to search for and select images or vector illustrations by applying advanced content filters, discover similar content or group images according to their subjects with the Subject Cluster feature.

“Our clients who comprise mainly of advertising agencies, graphic designers, bloggers and publishers can enjoy more intuitive search features with the RightFind algorithm that’s designed to quickly float highly relevant results to the top of the search results. Our new AutoSuggest system also helps in recommending search items that coincide with recent popular download trends.” adds Sitt.

123RF has also implemented some adjustments the social media strategy adoption. Members may now use Google or Facebook accounts to conveniently and securely log onto 123RF.com.

“Keeping in line with 123RF’s mission to provide a large selection of fresh and high quality content daily to our clients at the most affordable prices, 123RF.com will be having a sale for the whole month of August 2011, with exciting discounts, promotions and contests. We are very excited as this marks a major milestone in our growth plans. 123RF.com is on the path to create even more value for our clients as we prepare to launch a bigger and wider product offering in the near future!” offers Sitt.

Since 2005, 123RF.com has successfully pioneered and implemented both the budget-friendly subscription and credit models into a single website. Effectively catering for subscription clients who have a constant need for fresh images every day or for the practical credit package client who prefers to download on demand. 123RF’s offers 24 hour round-the-clock service from Mondays thru Fridays.

About 123RF.com
Founded in 2005, 123RF.com is a royalty-free stock photo library that offers a range of impressive and practical stock photos and has managed to successfully provide the best royalty-free image that are inexpensive and caters to clients who are constantly in need of fresh images on a daily basis or clients who would prefer to download on demand. The website gives photographers, illustrators and designers the opportunity to contribute and display their photographs and vector illustrations so that they are able to promote and sell their masterpieces, catering to a worldwide audience. 123RF also offers 24-hour service from Mondays to Friday. For more information, visit 123RF.com.

If you would like more information about this article, please email alex@123rf.com.

123RF changes Download Credit cost for Vector Illustrations

123RF is changing the download credit cost of all Vector Illustrations starting April 25, 2011, in addition to that, some new sizes also will be made available.

The table below summarizes the credit costs changes for Vector Illustration downloads:

Size (Format)	Current Cost	April 25 onwards	Remarks
S (JPG)	1 credit	1 credit	unchanged
M (JPG)	2 credits	2 credits	unchanged
L (JPG)	3 credits	3 credits	unchanged
XL (JPG)	not available	4 credits	new
XXL (JPG)	not available	5 credits	new
XXL (EPS)	5 credits	10 credits	changed
Print Only Extended License (EPS)	50 credits	50 credits	unchanged
Electronic Only Extended License (EPS)	75 credits	75 credits	unchanged
Comprehensive Extended License (EPS)	100 credits	100 credits	unchanged

The subscription packages are not affected by this change.

123RF.com Launches Editorial Image Collection

Houston, TX, June 22, 2010. 123RF.com, one of the world's leading microstock photography supplier and distributor, has achieved another milestone by adding a comprehensive array of Editorial images to its vast online library. Publishing houses, book writers, journalists, bloggers and Editors of newsrooms, will find the collection of Editorial content at 123RF.com growing steadily as 123RF.com has implemented procedures to speedily review and approve its crowdsourced submissions of new Editorial content in under 24 working hours.

Stephanie Sitt, the Chief Executive Officer of 123RF Limited says that, “Most of the standard fare at 123RF.com are images that are meant for commercial use and can be licensed under a commercial Royalty-Free license. However, now with the launch of our Editorial collection, we are able to provide users with a larger and current image library that comprises photos from newsworthy events. Our collection also offers a diverse selection to existing and potential clients to find the perfect picture that complements their stories at affordable prices.”

“Our Editorial collection was introduced as part of our ongoing efforts to cater to the diverse requirements of our growing clientele base. We are in the process of opening up more markets where customers demand highly relevant news-related Editorial content from our growing community of photographers. In addition, this exciting new image collection enables photographers to seize the moment to "snap" and document newsworthy photo stories as the events unfold, and then monetize their photos speedily through our platform.” adds Sitt.

Sitt goes on to explain that Editorial images can be used in print or broadcast media with Editorial purposes such as news broadcasting or commentaries on the subject of the image, and to a lesser extent parody. Sitt also cautions that the non-model released and non-property released Editorial images will not be available for commercial, trade, promotional and advertising usages as additional rights and permissions may have to be secured for these purposes. For Editorial terms and conditions information, readers may visit
http://www.123rf.com/license_summary.php.

To access Editorial content on 123RF.com, simply perform a basic search with a relevant keyword, and then click on the “Editorial” tab on the Search Results page to display only Editorial images. Editorial images are denoted by “ED” icons below their thumbnails.

About 123RF.com
123RF.com is one of the world's largest players in the royalty-free microstock photography industry. Established in June 2005, 123RF.com hosts over 7 million stock photographs and vector illustrations from more than 15,000 contributors.

With images going for less than US$1, 123RF.com is committed to making high quality stock photography affordable for everyone. The company also offers its customers the flexibility of acquiring images via subscription plans or credit packages, whichever suits their needs better.

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123RF.com Launches New Website with Many Exciting Features

Royalty-Free stock library 123RF.com has relaunched its website promising to be faster, more responsive given a sleeker and modernized interface furnished with several added features.

(Houston, Texas--March 31, 2010) Royalty-Free stock library 123RF.com has relaunched its website promising to be faster, more responsive given a sleeker and modernized interface furnished with several added features.

"We recognize that some of our clients are always on the move, so we've developed a mobile-enabled website that specially caters to clients who own an iPhone, iPod or other 3G enabled device. The mobile website can be accessed immediately at http://m.123rf.com." says Stephanie Sitt, CEO of 123RF.com.

"Among other features that clients can enjoy at the new 123RF.com are the extra-large image sizes in 100, 200 and 300 MB TIFFs that are available on demand. Though these image sizes cost a little more, we're confident that our clients will appreciate this value-added service - thanks to our partnership with a team of expert image enlargement professionals." adds Sitt.

To commemorate this event, 123RF.com is celebrating the launch by running a 3-month Apple iPad Giveaway campaign. Every week until the end of May 2010, 123RF.com will give away 4 Apple iPads to 4 lucky winners who have joined as a Fan on 123RF's Facebook Fan Page (http://facebook.com/123rfFans), retweeted a message from 123RF's Twitter account (http://twitter.com/123rf) or made a purchase on 123RF.com. "It's one of the many ways that we reward our loyal customers for their continued support for 123RF.com" says Sitt.

123RF.com is currently seeking business partners who wish to represent 123RF.com to their business community. 123RF's business development team promises good income sharing models, responsive partner support and technical help for suitable partners. Sitt elaborates further by saying, "Interested Entrepreneurs wanting to jump-start a Microstock business are invited to contact us at partners@123rf.com to further explore business possibilities or obtain further information."

About 123RF.com
123RF.com is a royalty-free stock photo library, also a targeted subscriber and community-based website that provides an avenue for the creative community. The 123RF.com platform gives photographers, illustrators and designers a chance to showcase their photographs, vector illustrations and design talent, allowing them to promote and sell their creations to a worldwide audience. Since its debut in June 2005, 123RF.com today hosts over 6,500,000 stock photographs and vector illustrations with over 8,000 photographers and illustrators.