Burst: Free Stock Photos Powered by Shopify

Introduction

Burst is a free stock photo platform powered by Shopify. Burst offers a vast library of high-resolution, royalty-free images shot by a global community of photographers. The platform is designed for designers, developers, bloggers, and entrepreneurs looking for beautiful stock photography for their projects.

How to Use Burst

  1. Access Burst: Visit the Burst website to explore the available collections and images. https://www.shopify.com/stock-photos
    Download stunning photos for websites and commercial use
  2. Search for Photos: Use the search bar to find specific photos or browse through popular categories and featured images.
    Browse high-resolution photo collections
  3. Download Images: Hover over or click on an image to see "High Resolution" and "Low Resolution" download options. "Low Res" images are suitable for small web graphics, while "High Res" images are ideal for presentations, websites, and online stores where quality matters.
    Download a free photo with two options: high and low resolution
  4. Edit Photos: Feel free to crop, resize, add text, filters, or modify Burst photos as needed. You can use online graphics editors if you don't have access to Photoshop.

Usage Rights and Licensing

  • Free for Commercial Use: Burst photos can be used for just about anything, including websites, blogs, online stores, school projects, social media posts, client work, and more. All images are free for commercial use with no attribution required.
  • Credit the Photographer: Although attribution is not mandatory, Burst photographers appreciate receiving credit for their work. You can give credit by linking back to the original photo page or the photographer's Burst profile.
  • Contribute Photos: If you're a photographer, you can contribute high-resolution, professional images to Burst. The platform is especially interested in images of animals, nature, textures, and background images.

FAQs

  • Can I use Burst photos on other online store platforms? Yes, Burst photos can be used on any online store platform or eCommerce marketplace.
  • Can I use Burst photos for offline marketing campaigns? Yes, you can use Burst photos for offline marketing campaigns, including billboards, flyers, menus, or catalogs.
  • Can I use Burst photos for product packaging or merchandise? Yes, you can use Burst photos on product packaging or create merchandise such as t-shirts and mugs.

Burst provides a valuable resource for entrepreneurs and creatives looking for high-quality, free stock photos for their projects.

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