Canva licensing explained

[@DetourShirts]

I didn't hear anything about print on demand... or maybe I missed it... If we have Canva Pro can we use graphics to create a design that we can then sell on Print on Demand sites?

[@Ravenousyouth]

please address this ! ^^^^

[@limitlesschannel9849]

I think maybe you need to listen to the video again

[@limitlesschannel9849]

From my understanding he mentioned that If you created a unique design incorporating different font plus images that aren't copied directly from templates then use you can

[@limitlesschannel9849]

Sorry I meant yes* not use

[@vythedir4438]

​​@@limitlesschannel9849 "from your understanding" that means your interpretation. He did not mention print on demand specifically. Which means it's up for people to interpret and again causes confusion. He said you can make shirts etc as long as the designs are unique, BUT he ca also have meant that you can make them, but only print yourself at home, with your own tools and then sell it on. As long as canva doesn't mention print on demand specifically by word, this confusion will always be there.

[@hazwanjani6542]

I love this direction of content from Canva! The direct answers explained in a casual and easy to understand and absorb manner. The idea of explaining directly through users enquiries are just brilliant! It would be great if the Canva Team can create this kinds of content in a weekly manner.

[@phamp357]

I have been a Canva Pro user for years, and Canva is an awesome tool. After watching this video, I'm confused about EXACTLY what you can and can't do with the Pro designs. I have a very simple question: besides lots of great features, what are we, as Pro users paying for? I thought that by being a Pro user and paying a subscription, we were paying for the right to use the Pro designs - NOT AS IS, but to modify and use them. Is that not the case? I also assumed that a portion of our subscription payments was going to the creators for the right to use the designs, is that true, or not? Anytime a company's terms and conditions are confusing and have so many caveats, I don't want to deal with them because it is too complicated. I would appreciate further clarification. Thanks.

[@canva]

Hey there, you are right with what you thought (in using and modifying Pro designs and commission to the creators). This new help article may help you understand more: www.canva.com/help/using-canva-to-create-products-for-sale Also, stay tuned for a Design School video on this topic in the coming weeks, where we hope to make this even clearer. And please contact our support team if you want further clarification: (www.canva.com/help) They'll be able to help more with your specific needs.

[@phamp357]

Thanks for this response, I have read the help article and it pretty much clears everything up for me! I will also read the detailed version in the terms and conditions again. Thanks again! 👍

[@danielamedrano79]

@@phamp357 thank you for asking this specific question, my exact question as I am also a Pro account holder and yea. :)

[@jeval3557]

@@canva I wrote a Children curriculum book where I add Canvas content likes graphics and elements. I would like to submit my book on Amazon KDP. I have been looking and searching on how can I protect my work. I already know that I don’t own the element or graphics that I used on my book, but I Canvas gives me the license for use them and sell them. I’m not using them as they are, I added more material to them to change them as Canvas policy, but I still have my doubts on how do I protect my writing.

[@LearningLanterns]

I'm a bit confused about how it works for Canva Pro users.

[@sofiahamilton7702]

This was the best explanation video by a company I've ever seen. Not only did I learn what I needed I also thoroughly enjoyed the experience. My appreciation for Canva just grew on the back of this. Thank you Canva team!

[@SporttheorieLeistungskurs]

Is it allowed to use Canva Video Footage in Tutorial Videos on KZbin? Can those KZbin Tutorials be monetized later? Does it make a difference if you use free videos from Canva or Pro Videos footage?

[@thymeparzival]

This was helpful, thanks for putting the effort into making this fun to watch. I would love to see a Canva course dedicated to this topic for business owners who are serious about integrating Canva into their workflow.

[@isafan4kids586]

Great video! Could you make another video going more into use canva pro for selling products, specially digital downloads, templates, travel guides, etc?

[@kimothystewart503]

I am in the process of creating a children's book in Canva. This includes creating the graphic pages using a mixture of graphics through Canva Pro (I have a pro account). Will I be able to print and sell this book? Is there something in the acknowledgements page that I need to add?I wasn't 100% clear on the rules around this as some parts of the page say yes and some say no :) Overall this video was very helpful though!

[@mihikajindal4311]

I have the exact same query! Canva, please answer this query. Just to add another layer, I am being offered to design this book for someone else. Will that be a problem? The idea, as Kimothy mentioned, is to collage multiple elements to create something fresh. It would be great to hear an answer for this one. :)

[@momohatsana]

I also have the same query!!! Hope Canva answers!!!

[@crisieabason]

Have Canva provided an answer to these questions for you? I need to know this info as well. Thanks!

[@Donamawant]

Please help Canva to answer this problem🙏🏻 I also have the same problem🙏🏻

[@pmacinsights_videos]

Same question and bummed that @Canva hasn't answered this. I am in the same situation and would like to pursue my passion for creating children's books. PLEASE respond CANVA

[@English-withsid]

Can i directly download canva thumbnails ,templates or videos for my youtube channel?or should i change or edit them before using.will youtube send me a copyright?answer please 🥺🥺

[@kimbilious7717]

I've been having a lot of fun with the AI Text to Image (Beta) but am confused about the rules for using those images for merch vs ads etc. Overall, this video is exactly what I've been needing for months, but I feel like it only scratches the surface, perhaps just being the most asked questions, but as someone often confused by the legalities and such, I'd love another video with even more info! Thank you!

[@mattleach3299]

Love this idea for another video. It is a whole new frontier.

[@canva]

This is a great idea. In the meantime we've tried to capture our thoughts about the AI Text on this page: www.canva.com/features/ai-image-generator/ The FAQs (which include using Text to Image in personal/commercial projects, what terms apply etc.) are at the bottom of the page. Hope that helps.

[@willie9148]

Very Insightful! Thanks ☺️

[@Lou-nt9qz]

Thank you. If I use my OWN design for a picture for a website - with clip art, lines, etc...from my pro account, is there also a pixel limit? Or just for standalone photos ? Thank you

[@prudvidance]

i am using team subscription . can i upload in youtube thumbnails & videos after editing from canva tenplates , is there any copyright issues

[@habeebahoyedokun5634]

Thanks, this was helpful. My questions are: Designs made from scratch without using Pro contents,can they be sold online without directing the buyer back to Canva? Secondly, can Logo created from scratch be trade marked Moree please Thanks.

[@ishalachman9771]

I have a few questions: 1. Let's say I create a design with non-pro elements from scratch, will I be allowed to sell this design online or physically? 2. Is there a way to sell content which includes pro-elements without a download link? Meaning that I print a physical book, while still crediting Canva?

[@gesithagunawardana6725]

A great video which clears lot confusions. And I have this one more thing to get clarified, is it required to credit when using videos from Canva Pro/stock videos in KZbin videos?

[@YamShelChesed]

ou did you get an answer ?

[@DennyMum]

What I would like to know is whether it's fine to use lots of non-overlapping elements to create a t-shirt design. Any time you give an example of how to design, the elements always overlap. Is that the only time when it's considered unique, or world, say, 30 different elements that aren't overlapping be OK for commercial use? In other words, I create a pattern with them.

[@prodigalsonnyc]

Good info! My question is regarding a template. Maybe you partially covered this in the video but here goes: I would like to use a logo template but I have changed the font and the element so that it isn't the original template but "inspired" by it. For example, say I changed a watercolor-like graphic element of a dog from the original template to a cat. Would that be a breach of trademark and make it prohibited from use on a Shopify shop? Thanks.

[@klile23]

I subscribe to Canva Pro and have used canva graphic elemets to create unique masot designs to sell digitally on etsy. Even though my designs are unique and are using more that a stand alone graphic element, the original artist is reporting any listings that contain his graphic elements (panther, bulldog, etc.) I have read thru all of the licensing content and it says as long as the content isnt stand alone elements i can use it commercially. Can you clarify and explain? Thank you!

[@lashanacarter554]

More please!! I'm interested in knowing if I can use pro elements as a part of items such as a worksheet, workbook or book being a commercial seller.

[@canva]

Thank you so much for commenting LaShana and great question. Because everyone's circumstances are a little different I suggest reaching out to our Support Team here: www.canva.com/help/contact-us/ and they would be happy to get back to you on this.

[@aidabasic9025]

Hi! Did you get an answer to this question and I am very interested?

[@abdulqadeer-em4zi]

I also look for the answer to this question

[@DipuMaddukuri24]

Hi can I use canva’s stock videos for B-roll in my KZbin video.. I found a few clips that are useful for my video but want to know if there would be any copyright issue.

[@largeroomnolight]

Hi! Thank you for this. I want to make sure I understand if I'm allowed to use the designs I create using the free design elements in Canva on items I want to sell using a free account. Your answer to the question, "Can I sell the designs I produce in Canva"? was basically yes if the Canva elements are altered and not used as is without revision, making the design your own. You gave an example of an altered image that was very clear with use on T-shirts and mugs. The original image was transformed using fonts and additional elements. But I was just told that using designs created on Canva for commercial use only applies to users with Pro Accounts. Not users with Free Accounts. This is not mentioned here and I can't seem to find it anywhere on the Canva site. Are there different Free account vs Pro account commercial usage rights when using free elements? Is this something new or was the Canva representative mistaken? Please provide clarity when you have a chance. Thank you in advance.

[@tjmarx]

The license agreement doesn't appear to answer this question so hopefully you can. Say I have a pro subscription or a pro trial, so I create a design using pro elements. I then later cancel the subscription, or the trial, is the license then rescinded? Whilst the licence does say it is perpetual, it is not clear on whether that is limited by subscription status. It also states the agreement and license may be altered in any way and at any time and, importantly without notice (which makes canva impossible for any commercial work). Is there a way to get a reliable, static license for designs created in canva with pro content that is not limited by subscription and can not be altered posthumously? If not there's no point in usijng canva for any work other than a personal project, because the license could change to exclude a use at any point and the work would have to be deleted. Similarly if a subscription expired. It is also unclear from the license agreement how the license rights would be should canva go out or business.

[@vendakr]

Hello, if I cancel my Pro subscription, will my work still be licensed? For example, I create a video using music, photo and video from the Canva library and upload it to KZbin while I have a Pro subscription. After a year, I decide to cancel my Canva Pro subscription. If the video is still on KZbin, won't that be copyright infringement? Thank you in advance for your reply

[@wjquick32]

More! As many of these videos as y'all can manage - I want to make sure I"m compliant since I"m new to Canva.

[@canva]

Absolutely. In the meantime keep an eye on these pages: www.canva.com/policies/license-agreements/ They have all the latest.

[@hannafrazier5059]

This video was extremely helpful and informative, thank you so much! I just want to make sure I completely understanding this correctly you can use all pro items fonts, elements, etc. in your design that you are going to turn into a print on demand t-shirt/sweatshirt, as long as you make it into your own design correct?

[@joesloan1993]

This was helpful. If I use Canva with my pro subscription to make artwork for my website. I then cancel my subscription, would I need to remove all assets from my website?

[@TeamRonDi]

You are becoming one of my favorite KZbinrs Matt 🤓 Keep it up Canva Design School! ^Ron.

[@mattleach3299]

Ha! You are too kind sir. I learnt from the master.

[@singingraindrops]

Thank you for this channel. Am I allowed to use Canva graphics ( free and pro canvas content) to make a video for my original music for KZbin?

[@preg4354]

Hello! Thank you very much for this! I got a question. Im a pro canva user and Im planning to make document printables such as worksheets, flash cards, and infographics for sale. Is it still okay to use Canva's elements in my printables for this kind of business? I have made changes of the photos such as changing backgrounds and colors too. Is that okay? Hoping for your quick response. Please answer. Thanks!

[@suzanne_louise]

Great video thanks! My question is, can I sell my greeting cards that I've made using Canva elements into my own designs and my own logo (not trademark) on the back, to a local shop so they can sell my cards to their customers? Thank you

[@DianeLyons-wz8sd]

Can you please clarify for me - if I write a blog post and publish it with an image or two I've sourced from Canva, do I have to credit the artist @ Canva on every image? I've been doing this for years and when I originally started doing so, was told this was not necessary! If it's now a requirement, do I have to go back to every image and add that credit??

[@canva]

Hey Diane, no you don't have to do it. As mentioned in the video, our artists and creators would love if you did but it's not necessary. If you have a specific example you are worried about reach out to the Support Team on this page: www.canva.com/help/contact-us/ They are always more than happy to help with specific concerns.

[@alessiasp]

@@canva So crediting is only required by editorial websites like newspapers and magazines, not regular websites? If not, it would be helpful if you could expand on the crediting. Thanks

[@2brothersthatho]

Sorry one more question, particularly TikTok is very strict on music copyright; so If I use pro music and upload into TikTok if there is copyright happen, how can I fix it? Thank you!

[@pattytrajkovska3423]

Great training video! And yep, LOVE Canva. However, I need to clarify about using an altered image and elements for both the cover of a printed and online book to be sold. Is this allowed? And is there a limit on how many books can be printed featuring these images/elements?

[@shirinkalantar]

'09:02'

[@chemacabeza]

Quick question. Am I allowed to use content from Canva to create a low-content book? For instance, using a few images to create the cover of the book. Or should I modify the images before adding them on the cover?

[@kimhuysmans9744]

Hello, Are you allowed to use fonts on packaging if you have Canva Pro? Or do you have to license the font on another website too? Thank you!

[@liizzset]

Thanks very much Will. And Canva Team. I was confused about the Canva licensing. So it is almost like a regular copyright licensing. Especially on products for me. And the music I did find out the hard way as I gain a copyright strike for the music on my KZbin channel. It was not bad but I just didn't place the name of the song for the short form video. It was just an example of how to make a short commercial. So it didn't affect my channel. Overall, thanks again for the clarification on licensing. I have a question though, if I use only text can it be used on digital and physical products? As some people might license their font.

[@AnwaarAliOfficial]

As a music artist can I use your album covers for commercial music releases on Spotify, Apple Music, etc?

[@LaibaSuhail-q1j]

How do you make a licence ??? And can you still use pro elements on merchandises????

[@alissarowe996]

Can I use Canva to produce short videos with Pro elements and then edit those videos with DaVinci Resolve or Premiere Pro? Because I want to achieve some effects which aren't provided in Canva's video editor currently.

[@NetizenSantai]

So if I make a TradeMark Logo using only basic element in graphic such as line, circle, rectangle, etc, then use font and color. Does that means I can Sell Exclusive TradeMark Logo? I won't use the template provide by canva like in minute 5:51 Can I?

[@JoliePeaux]

That you! QUESTION: Do you have to significantly edit a free video template to share it on social (e.G KZbin, Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook), assuming you have the end intention to generate profit from that post (So, not selling the template but redistributing it with commercial intent)?

[@Finch.2024]

So, I want to start a small business selling things. Just to be completely sure, these are the things that I am allowed to do right?: - Use images from Canva on mugs/notebooks/T-shirts to sell as long as I change the color and add some text to make it more unique and personalized. - Use the AI generator and sell those generated images as long as I make my prompt VERY specific so that it will be original -Mix and match several different logo designs I get inspiration from until I come up with something that looks different enough to trademark and call my own? - Use designs as they are for KZbin videos as long as I don't take credit for the images/videos in question. Did I get everything right??

[@ccndoc]

So glad you finally did a video like this! We've been asking these questions for years (early adopters). We would love to see another video addressing the use of AI (mostly art) for commercial projects like children's books and merch! Thanks!

[@gracieH-M-ve8ew]

Thank you for the video! Can I use a template from Canva and edit certain things like what the text says and then print it, but not sell it for my Etsy shop? I want to be able to make thank you cards for when people place orders, so I will not be selling them. I am also a Pro user, so does that help me with this? Lastly, can I keep the elements on the template and only change the words and leave everything else or do I have to add a different element to make sure there are no issues? Thanks.

[@2brothersthatho]

Excuse me! i got 2 questions, how is it going, if I subscript Canva Pro and I use music in my content and upload it into KZbin or others social medias as well as other people subscript and use the same music as mine and upload it into the same platforms? Is there copyright happened? if so, how to fix it? Thank you!!

[@richardpascarelli4134]

I created a video using Canva audio , KZbin claims it's copyrighted and demonetized my video. How do I solve this?

[@purplebutterfly360]

I've been with Canva for many years. I started out as a non-paid member. My question is if I decide to write a book using one of your book covers but modified elements to my liking, is it appropriate to do so legally? If not please let me know. Also, where can I find who should get credit? Thank you.

[@DrumThruDriveIn]

I do have a question that was slightly touched on in this video, but not quite. -Am I allowed to download a canva song, remove the drums from it, and then record my own drums onto it, and post it onto my soundcloud for listening only? I want to showcase my skill with a specific genre of music for producers to hear, but as of right now, I have not been a part of any music projects myself in that specific genre. I'm hoping that going this possible route and adding my own drums to canva songs, I will have examples of my skill when applied to a specific genre. Is this allowed?

[@rebeccarodriguez2913]

This was so helpful!! I am still a bit unclear about using PRO elements. Can I use a pro element in a digital design that will save as a printable PDF and then sell on Etsy ? I have canva pro, love the resize option!! But I’ve steered clear of including pro elements in my printables I sell. Help! ❤

[@sabine3780]

No, you can NOT sell a pdf that contains Pro Elements since they can be extracted from the pdf. This comes from an Illustrator.

[@sgans2009]

@@sabine3780so what is the point of paying a monthly subscription if a seller can ot use the pro element to sell products? It doesnt make sense.

[@revengme]

I think the question is answered but I want to be sure I understood correctly, I beauty accessories like hand made bracelets and anklets, can I use the backgrounds in Canva to market my handmade products on social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok and so on and also on my website?

[@mayboz1991]

I'm a Canva Pro user, and I'm unsure if this is the right place to ask this but I couldn't find any place to post a question of this nature. Regarding the Canva Popular Music License, I'm still unclear: can I use a music clip as an intro/outro for videos I produce & publish on KZbin?

[@Virginie-xs9cp]

More please! A Question: After the free trail of 30 Days Pro, do I still have access to my modified pro templates that I used even I unsubscribe Canva Pro? Thanks for your feedback.

[@SylvieSavage]

Can I use an image for my book cover (modified by adding text and other illustrations) and must I credit the artist? Also, if I'm no longer a pro Canva user, am I no longer allowed to use that image?

[@CoachLisaEmpath]

I am confused. I am a Canva Pro user. If I use a canva pro-template for a poster and I modify it and add a quote to it, to sell as a POD poster on Fine Art America or as a Printable poster on Etsy , is that ok??

[@christinedempsey7228]

Hi. I'm still confused about using Pro elements in selling my digital products. I am NOT selling templates. I am selling digital products, like planners and journals, as PDF files that are flattened and not editable by the end user. I want to use Pro elements in my own compositions, change the colors, put them on background with text around them, and other elements incorporated into the overall layout. Is this allowed? It seems that this would be allowed, but some people in groups I am in are saying I cannot use ANY Pro elements in any digital products I am selling, at all, end of story. I am very confused by this and want to get a definitive answer from Canva. Can I use Pro elements in digital printable products sold as PDFs that cannot be edited by the end user? Thank you!

[@JAYMMMRRR]

I'm in the same boat! I don't make templates either! I create designs that are not to be edited and are for wall decor. I have created several digital wall prints using both free and Pro elements. I make sure I use at least 2 elements on a design. I have emailed Canva and they responded but it's still confusing. I tried giving an example of one of my digital Prints that I made to see if it would be okay to sell but all they do is reiterate what is on the licensing page or refer me back to it. I wish they had a service where you submit a design and they can tell you if it needs work or not!

[@antonela5581]

@@JAYMMMRRR Same here ✌I'm soooo confused.

[@softwaremediaguru]

Just go ahead and sell them, nobody will know what's what, i mean seriously, there are millions of designs out there, do you think canva and the buyers will knew what and where did you get your designs? That will be impossible. According to US law, if anyone can modify your designs then they can own it. As long as its not a total exact copy.

[@ilaidahblog]

I asked this canva and they said to me: "Since you plan to sell digital products, kindly note that you may use Pro content in your design as long as your buyer will not further customize the end product. This means that the buyer will utilize the design as is and will not add other edits digitally."

[@inkpearls3364]

You would think they would answer.

[@jmartz013]

Are website/web pages templates in the same boat as any other template on canva? Like how much modification to the original design should be done to it before you can use it freely on commercial projects?

[@herrie2959]

Thank you for this great video, so just to clarify. I can sell self-created templates from Canva on Etsy? (no pro items only free items)

[@pipzgutz]

10:45 regarding this, creating my own design, am I allowed to use existing elements (pro and non-pro) in my design then print it onto a canvas or t-shirt?

[@mattleach3299]

This really depends on whether you are printing this t-shirt for yourself or to make a t-shirt empire Philip. If you are combining elements together to make something new then the short answer is always yes. Hope that helps.

[@mandymcghie613]

Hello, I have conflicting answers but hopefully you will be able to clarify. If I use a canva pro element in my design, if when I sell template to customer pro element in it and they come back to canva to alter, will the water mark be evident on the pro element ?? Meaning if they don`t have a pro account they have to pay $1 for all elements used?

[@LaToneaBookPublishing]

I wish they would do a specific video about KDP. I find hundreds of videos on youtube that people post confused about using Canva graphics on KDP. Can we change or add to the graphic as you mentioned about elements to be covered in copyright issues with KDP. At this point we are not able to use graphics on Canva stand-alone but adding our own elements around that graphic is what I need to understand on it for people who mostly use graphics and not photos. Thanks.

[@HomesteadWarrior]

YES!!!!! I wish they would too. It's super confusing.

[@pmacinsights_videos]

also interested in this...

[@jeggzzzz]

This is great! I wish more companies do this for their software services. Follow up to the first question though (which I'm sure is probably somewhere in the comments already): do we need to stay pro to keep using a pro design or can we continue to use the pro design even when the pro sub lapses? Essentially, if we made it while we were pro, we're okay even if the design continues to be used outside of a pro sub? Thanks guys! :)

[@IndustriezuigerAtimo]

I had this same question! Hopefully we'll get an answer

[@KonstantinWinkler]

I got a question for 9:25 - If I use a stock photo and edit it with some stickers or borders and use it for a website (editorial), does the pixel limit applies as well or am I free to use stock photos without pixel restrictions as long as I edit them?

[@Ordenaunscripted]

I used one of the music samples in a video I created with canva and uploaded it to FB and Sony flagged it as their property today. What's up with that?

[@ChessInsanity-kl4xs]

Hi Canva, following on from the last question on the video. Can I use a picture taken from a different website to create an educational worksheet on Canva?

[@CosmicCreationsGraphicDesign]

What about Print on Demand printing through sites like Red Bubble where you have to share a digital end file containing free/pro elements to a central hub of printing staff? Is that allowed? Canva's terms say no, but support says it's ok.

[@KittyMeowWow]

Interesting that they haven't answered!

[@khalid_khattak]

Hi Matt, Can I use just images from my Canva Pro for blogs on my website?

[@j.6887]

I don't understand the difference between ownership and copyrights. f.e.: I use FREE elements from Canva library (that have a note " You can sell merchandise with your design on it") and AI generated graphics, edit them and mix them with my text. Do I have exclusive rights to use it and sell my products with it? If I generate a picture with 'text to image' AI feature do they appear somewhere in a open library or only on my profile?

[@anngeisheimer]

Thanks so much! A video on the allowed uses of fonts for selling books, merchandise, etcetera would be super helpful.

[@canva]

Great suggestion! I'll add that to the list. Did you hear about this? www.monotype.com/company/press-release/monotype-and-canva-partnership

[@YamShelChesed]

i looked on the site and it did not answer all the questions@@canva

[@luziferthoufiq6958]

​@YamShelChesed did you get the answer. If yes please let me know

[@scripturestorylady]

Good vid. Need more though. ;) Not a lot was covered on digital use and I have several questions, even though I've read through the license terms on Canva, which don't really specify much about digital content besides templates. For example, what if I want to use several graphics put-together that still some act as stand-alone in the whole, but the set together combined create something else? I know that's probably too vague but is there someone I can email or chat with so I can provide more detials? Also, what is allowed in terms of creating digital download content? The terms only list e-books and magazines, which for most of us who sell digital items, that's not the main use... What about cards, gift tags, certificates, song visuals, and so many other things?

[@chloedeluca3157]

Great video, answered so many questions I had on Canva and selling my designs online. A video on fonts would be fab though as that's a grey area for me. My designs have different fonts relating to theme and it would be so handy to know whether or not I can sell my designs as they are now without having to change the fonts. In my case the fonts make my design come to life and I'm so happy with how they turned out but I'm worried if I have to change them my designs just wont gel together as they do now

[@SpeechTherapyMadeSimple]

Can I use elements from canva to create educational worksheets and sell on TPT? I would be creating them using a blank template and adding pro and free elements to create my own design. If so, how do you recommend I sell it? Can I download the worksheet as a pdf and then Upload that pdf worksheet? Thanks for your input.

[@smoothbhoy]

Great vid, I'm a PRO user and one thing is still not clear to me. Regarding using the PRO stock images in my design: if I don't want to use the photo in its "bare", standard form but instead include it in my design to complement it and use it as a featured image on my site, can I do that freely without crediting anyone? The photo in this case would make up, let's say, only 50% of the total design. I'd happily send an example of such design. @Canva, thanks in advance.

[@brm2331]

Hi, I have canva pro and my question is that, can I download a picture from canva and modify it in another program like procreate ? Can I sell that products or I have to work on any pictures just in canva platform? I make collage and digital art and sometimes I use canva pictures but definitely I change them completely but not on canva platform, on Affinity or Procreate, are they free to sell so?

[@sarahjoseph8806]

So I designed a couple stickers that include pro images in them, though the colour, layout, font etc has been changed. Just wanted to confirm, these can't be sold right? Because it uses Pro images?

[@carriemason3728]

This is great. Thanks for the clarification which has tormented me for almost 2 years now. Yes, if you could give direct explicit examples of how to use digital files for resale. Also, the new Ai Text to Image needs come super clarification. The actual examples you showed in this video were great since this is visual media. Whenever there are updates videos like this will save everyone including your time and effort and frustration. More, please! :) Thank you for listening and acting which is rare these days and people will love you and be loyal to you!

[@canva]

Hi Carrie, our team just created a new Help Article to clarify the guidelines, including example scenarios: www.canva.com/help/using-canva-to-create-products-for-sale We hope you find it useful. If you have any specific questions not answered please contact our support team: (www.canva.com/help) Also, stay tuned for a Design School video on this topic in the coming weeks, where we hope to make this even clearer.

[@andiharley513]

Thank you for this additional content. Perfectly answered my questions. @@canva

[@MeredithHerr-kb1lz]

Thank you for this video. Am I allowed to use pro elements (I am a pro member) on digital pdf's that I sell?

[@mindfulhealthwellnessretreat]

Thank you so much for this very helpful video! I just want to triple check that if I want to create digital downloads (i.e. a planner, a template, or an eBook) as long as I (a) make my own edits to an already existing Canva template and (b) use only the free graphics, fonts, and colors, I am legally allowed to sell the digital downloads to customers... is that correct? Absolutely LOVE you all so much!!! Thank you so much for all that you do!!

[@Hanor-yb4eo]

can we use it in kdp amazo???

[@lalaland-ot6mb]

is it ok to use the free template(altered colors+put some more elements in there+change text) for printed-on-demand merchandise(for example notebook/t-shirt)? (sorry if the answer is already included in the video,i read it somewhere say we have to make from scratch so im a bit confused) thank you

[@canva]

Hey there! You can use your designs for commercial purposes but make sure to alter the elements and templates heavily to make it unique. More details here: www.canva.com/licensing-explained/. Hope this clarifies! ^mm

[@lalaland-ot6mb]

@@canva thank you very much >

[@largeroomnolight]

​@@canva Does this still apply if you only have a free account and only use free elements. When I teach, I teach using a free account to people who are using a free account. I don't want to tell them they can sell T-Shirts with their designs if they can't.

[@ambrag2cute358]

Under the prohibited uses: 12 use or display the Content in an electronic format that enables it to be downloaded, exported or distributed via mobile devices or shared in any peer-to-peer or similar file sharing arrangement; My question is … Does this refer to creating a pdf for people to download with information for education purposes?

[@MarinaFilimonova]

I have created a coloring book on Canva myself, without templates and elements. How can I get a lisence?

[@chermontro]

Love your video and your company for that matter! I'm not seeing info re using photos and graphics images for print books ie children's books. Where do I find the guidelines please ie can I use a photo eg if I put writing on it, or add some graphic elements to.... how much altering is necessary? And everything I've seen when googling this relates to print-on-demand. My books will be printed off-set at a printing facility. Thanks in advance!

[@drprabodhyerawar]

Hi. Can I use free graphics or images for my upcoming book to be published? Do I need to give credit for free images?

[@IFSSimplified]

Can I use animated elements for my KZbin Channel? I mean If I am a Canva Pro, will it impact my KZbin monetization?

[@user-vj4dp4xr8k]

QUESTION: can i sell the designs I produce on Canva? In the example the elements are attached to each other, do the elements have to touch each other OR is it also ok if the elements are next to each other , like this 🌻🌹🌺or that the elemets just are in the same page?

[@carmendavinleam]

What about when making a book cover/back, front, and spine - can you use Canva for that?

[@psona758]

Hi Can I use the Canva design (contains only free photos) for my journal publication?

[@judanNjudan]

I have a follow up question. Does Canva give notice to users who may have violated some usage policies? These users may have missed to absorb the technicalities and legalities of everything. :) Thank you.

[@savannahamram177]

Just trying to clarify since this kinda falls between. If I make printables to sell (worksheets, and school helps, nothing sold with an editable file) and work from scratch, can I use pro graphics or pro fonts?

[@melinuno]

hello ! I have read so much and watched these videos but the verbiage on Canva is confusing. Is having a paid pro account to use content from Canva to create my own unique designs and content to be sold on teachers pay teachers as an uneditable download to use in the classroom only ok?

[@ADHD_SHORTS]

I have a question about Canvas Music. Is it okay to edit the original version, only to repeat it, over and over for a longer version? Vs a short clipp like a 1-2 min version? THX

[@pinklilac7]

if I am using canva to create templates to sell (workbooks, social media posts, ebooks, etc), and am using the free version only, are those free images legal to use within the template I have created from scratch? Thanks!

[@efonsi8764]

Hi, and what if you design a logo from scratch, would you be able to use it for your business?

[@jeval3557]

I'm writing a learning curriculum that also contain drawing pictures from Canvas. Can I copyright my curriculum? When I use canvas content I use multiple drawing to create another art, is that allow, can I still copyright my curriculum? What about if I want to sell it online or in physical product, like a book?

[@ceedify]

I am a Canva user, I have heard from other groups that some free graphic elements in Canva is not for use commercially and that a stolen image was being used inside Canva. For designers who uses Canva images for their work, how sure that the graphics in Canva will not put them in hot seat.

[@inkpearls3364]

Omg!

[@ΣπυρόπουλοςΚ.Τρύφων]

I have a teacher account on Canva and I have created an elementary school math book. I have used images for the exercises that do not have the EDU icon, can I give the book for publishing and commercial purposes? The book will be printed in paper form. Do I have to report on the images? Do I have to refer to each image separately?

[@nownzengifts3802]

What about KZbin thumbnails? I have a Pro Account and do crafting. I would like to use a stock image from Canva of a "surprised" person along with other elements and my own photos within the 1 thumbnail, creating a new design. Is this allowed? And would I be required to give credit to the photo author right on the thumbnail? Thanks in advance...

[@The100Human]

Hey question - There is a photo of a person which is included in my canva pro subscription - can I put text over the picture and use that for my print on demand tshirts? I changed the color filter on the picture as well. Do I have to change more of the picture than that or would I have to add another graphic along with it? I'm not sure how using actual pictures fits into the equation. The picture when I go into the info about it says it's from Gettyimages

[@lunasArtJourney]

If i make a design using only canva free and canva pro elements and backgrounds/fonts can i print and sell that physical item?

[@SYN30STM]

So can we use canva font text to make shirts to sell? Here i thought the shirt template was free to use for commercial use. What happens if we change the words in the shirt templates would be able to sell them? Might as well use photoshop ?

[@jawknee_yt]

Question. Hot topic right now due to a canva Facebook group post. Am I able to use altered free and/or altered pro elements for print on demand? Main point of confusion is, that if there is altered pro content you are technically only able to share the canva link and not a pdf/JPG etc. When you are selling merchandise via a print on demand shop, you are essentially uploading a PNG/JPG etc. to the website you use for printing. Is this considered against the T&C?

[@canva]

It is a hot topic Jawknee. In fact, our team just created a new Help Article to clarify the guidelines, including example scenarios: www.canva.com/help/using-canva-to-create-products-for-sale We hope that helps answer your question. If not, please contact our support team: (www.canva.com/help) they'll be able to go into your specific needs. Also, stay tuned for a Design School video on this topic in the coming weeks, where we hope to make this even clearer.

[@YamShelChesed]

i read the link, but it is still not clear to me, i wrote a book and the main content of the book is what is written... can i use Canva (i have pro) stok or illustration as images in my book or on the cover it is a print book 📕 @@canva