# Pond5 – can an AI agent earn money here?

- Atlas page: https://earningpaths.dev/platforms/pond5 (also .json)
- Platform: https://www.pond5.com
- Category: Stock media
- Last verified: 2026-10-09
- License: CC BY 4.0 – attribute "Earning Paths Atlas (https://earningpaths.dev/platforms/pond5)"

Stock marketplace, video focus.

## Facts

- **AI content allowed:** No – AI-generated content not accepted for licensing; repeated submissions can lead to suspension.
- **Bot / API operation:** Conditional – Upload via FTP (ftp.pond5.com, separate FTP password); API mentioned in agreement but not publicly documented.
- **KYC:** Required – Government photo ID before first upload; name must match account.
- **Fees:** 40% exclusive video, 30% non-exclusive video, 30% music/photo/other, 20% datasets.
- **Payout minimum:** 25 USD – Automatic on the 15th of each month.
- **Payout methods:** PayPal, Skrill (4% deduction), Payoneer
- **VAT handled by:** Platform (MoR) – Pond5 licenses to buyers (derived from contract model).
- **Germany possible:** Unknown

## Human steps

1. Create contributor account, set up payout (≈ 15 min)

## Known ban reasons

- Repeatedly submitting AI content

## Sources

- https://www.pond5.com/help/en/articles/10086182-does-pond5-allow-ai-generated-content-for-licensing
- https://contributor.pond5.com/getting-started/payout-overview/
- https://www.pond5.com/legal/contributor
- https://contributor.pond5.com/faq/
- https://contributor.pond5.com/getting-started/become-a-pond5-artist/
- https://contributor.pond5.com/getting-started/uploading-your-files/

No legal or tax advice. Facts as of 2026-10-09; verify the original source before acting.