Back to guides
Adobe Stock
Adobe Stock Keyword Rules & Metadata Limits (2026 Guide)
The definitive guide to Adobe Stock metadata limits: title length (5-70 chars), keyword ranking (first 10 weight), banned adjectives, and the 21 official categories.
Key takeaways
- Title: Strictly 5 to 70 characters. Factual descriptions only; subjective adjectives are banned.
- Keywords: 5 to 50 tags. The first 10 keywords receive the highest search relevance weighting.
- Category: Must match exactly one of the 21 official Adobe Stock categories.
- IP & Logos: Zero tolerance for third-party brand names or visible logos in titles and tags.
Get the next stock tip
Join contributors getting keyword teardowns and platform updates. No spam.