Payment and Pricing

Licensing and Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS) Income

Drone by Nature is committed to fair and transparent compensation. Stock media contributors receive 70% of the licensing revenue by default, or 68% if they choose to donate 2% to a sustainability-focused NGO. This allows them to support meaningful causes while retaining the majority of their income. Meanwhile, drone pilots offering Drone-as-a-Service (DaaS) keep 100% of their earnings while simply paying a monthly DaaS subscription fee of just US$1.5. This allows them to maintain full control over their income while maximizing both impact and profitability.

Please note that, as outlined in the Terms of Use, drone pilots cannot set higher prices for their Content on Drone by Nature compared to other marketplaces or platforms.

Initiating sales can be a gradual process, particularly if you’re starting with a small portfolio in our extensive library. Effective self-promotion and precise tagging are crucial for increasing visibility and attracting more views to your content.

To enhance your exposure and, consequently, your revenue, consider the following tips:

• Continuously upload high-quality content: Buyers actively seek exceptional material, so expanding your collection can boost recognition within our community.
• Optimize titles, descriptions, and keywords: Accurate and rich information significantly influences discoverability. Avoid keyword spamming and focus on detailed, accurate information, as it holds a substantial 60% SEO weight in search results.
• Promote your content: Boost your visibility by contributing free stock media to our various collections, then share the link on your website or social media.

Remember, strategic promotion and attention to detail in your content presentation are key factors in building visibility and attracting potential buyers.

You will securely receive your payments through electronic transfer instead of manual payout requests. Your balance will be automatically processed on the 25th of each month, provided it exceeds the minimum threshold of US$20. To ensure a seamless process, please make sure you have already enrolled with PayPal. PayPal is an online service that enables secure and instant sending and receiving of monetary payments over the internet.

You do not need to submit any tax information at Drone by Nature. Kindly note that we do not provide tax or legal guidance.