How to License Stockfilm Footage

Step-by-Step Licensing Process

1. Browse or search the archive. Use our curated collections, footage landing pages, or search to find clips by keyword, decade, and location.
2. Preview clips. Each clip includes a thumbnail on Stockfilm and a watermarked preview on Pond5. Review framing, color, and content before purchasing.
3. License on Pond5. Click the Pond5 link on any clip to open it on the Pond5 marketplace. Complete your purchase through their secure checkout.
4. Download immediately. After licensing, download the clip files directly from your Pond5 account in your preferred resolution. No waiting period.
5. Use in your project. The royalty-free license covers most commercial and editorial uses worldwide with no expiration.

Pricing

Stockfilm clips are licensed through Pond5 under their standard royalty-free pricing. Typical price ranges:

• HD (1080p): $15 - $79 per clip
• 4K: $49 - $199 per clip
• Volume discounts: Available through Pond5 subscription plans and bulk purchase credits
• Custom licensing: Contact us for enterprise pricing on 10+ clips

Pricing is set per clip and varies based on resolution, clip length, and content rarity. All prices are displayed on the Pond5 clip page before purchase.

Available Formats

Our footage originates from 8mm, Super 8, and occasionally 16mm home movie film. Original reels are professionally scanned and digitally restored. Available download formats include:

• MP4 (H.264): Most common format, compatible with all editing software
• MOV (ProRes): Higher quality for professional post-production workflows
• Resolutions: HD (1920x1080) and 4K (3840x2160) where available

The restoration process preserves authentic film grain, color, and aspect ratio while removing dust, scratches, and stabilization artifacts.

Usage Rights

The standard royalty-free license from Pond5 grants broad usage rights for most projects:

• Commercial use: Advertisements, corporate videos, social media, branded content
• Editorial use: Documentaries, news segments, educational materials, museum exhibits
• Broadcast: Television, streaming platforms, film festival submissions
• Digital: Websites, apps, presentations, online courses
• Territory: Worldwide, perpetual, non-exclusive

No attribution is required. The license does not expire and covers unlimited reproductions within the licensed project. Review the full Pond5 license agreement for complete terms.

How Pond5 Works

Pond5 is the world's largest marketplace for royalty-free media. Stockfilm partners with Pond5 to distribute our restored archive footage. When you license a clip:

• You purchase directly from Pond5 with their secure payment processing
• Download files are hosted on Pond5 servers for reliable, fast delivery
• Your license agreement is with Pond5, backed by their standard terms
• Customer support is available through both Stockfilm and Pond5

Visit our Marketplaces page to see all platforms where Stockfilm footage is available.

Delivery Timeline

• Standard clips: Instant download after purchase
• Custom requests: 1-3 business days for catalog search and response
• Enterprise/bulk orders: 3-5 business days for custom packaging and delivery

Need Something Specific?

If you cannot find the right footage through search or browse, our archivists can help. We have access to the full catalog and can identify clips that may not yet be indexed on the site.

Related Pages

• Marketplaces — All platforms where Stockfilm footage is available for licensing.
• FAQ — Common questions about licensing, formats, pricing, and rights.
• Browse Footage — Explore the archive by category, decade, and location.
• Filmmaker Tools — 13 free tools including a licensing calculator and budget planner.
• About Stockfilm — The story behind the archive and our preservation mission.