Envato Elements
Unlimited downloads from one library of creative assets
Envato Elements is a subscription to a library rather than a shop: one fee covers unlimited downloads across stock video and photos, video templates, music and sound effects, design templates, graphics and 3D, fonts and add-ons, with no per-item charge and no credits to ration. Everything downloaded carries a lifetime commercial licence, so an asset used in a client project stays licensed after the subscription lapses. The catalogue runs past 29 million items. AI generation sits alongside the stock library - images, video, voiceover, music and mockups - metered in credits, with 20 a month on the entry plan and 200 on the higher one, which also runs several generations in parallel. Core is $16.50 a month billed annually or $39 month to month; Plus is $39 annually or $59 monthly, and students get a discount on Core.
- Unlimited downloads across the whole library
- 29+ million assets, from stock video to fonts
- Lifetime commercial licence on what you download
- Video templates for Premiere, After Effects and more
- Music and sound effects cleared for commercial use
- AI image, video, voice and music generation
- 20 AI credits a month on Core, 200 on Plus
- Student discount on the Core plan
Based on what people have said
Every answer links back to the mentions it came fromWhat happens to my license if I cancel my subscription?
There is disagreement on this point. Some users state that assets retain a lifetime license for projects registered while the subscription was active, while others warn that you cannot register assets to new projects once the subscription lapses and that you are obligated to uninstall plugins or add-ons upon cancellation.
5 mentions · r/AfterEffects · r/Wordpress · r/davinciresolve · r/webdev · r/AfterEffects · Feb 2019 – Aug 2025
Are the WordPress themes and plugins reliable?
Several users advise against using them for professional or long-term projects, describing them as outdated, hit-or-miss, or prone to causing site issues. Others find them useful for specific tasks or as inspiration, though some note that they are often inferior to items sold on ThemeForest.
10 mentions · r/elementor · r/elementor · r/elementor · r/elementor · r/Wordpress · r/elementor · and 2 more · Oct 2020 – Apr 2025
How is the performance of the platform and its assets?
Users report mixed experiences. Some find the site's search engine difficult to navigate, while others complain about buffering issues when previewing audio or video. Additionally, some users note that certain video templates are extremely large in file size or cause instability and performance issues within editing software like Premiere Pro.
8 mentions · r/premiere · r/elementor · r/VideoEditing · r/premiere · r/Filmmakers · r/videography · Feb 2020 – Sep 2025
How does the quality of the library compare to other services?
Opinions vary significantly. Some users find the library extensive and valuable for their business, while others describe the quality as low, citing run-of-the-mill templates or poor-resolution images. Some users prefer alternatives like Adobe Stock or Motion Array for specific needs, noting that Envato Elements sometimes lacks the variety or quality found elsewhere.
10 mentions · @weandthecolor · r/graphic_design · r/premiere · r/videography · r/AfterEffects · r/webdev · and 2 more · Nov 2022 – Sep 2026
Do I need to register every asset I download?
Yes, users confirm that you must register each asset to a specific project to maintain a valid license, and some note that you must repeat this process if you want to use the same asset in a different project.
5 mentions · r/elementor · r/davinciresolve · r/AfterEffects · r/Filmmakers · Nov 2022 – Nov 2025
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What people are saying about Envato Elements
50% neutral“For templates and infographics specifically, Slidesgo and Envato Elements are worth a look if you haven't tried them, more variety than what most AI generators default to, and you're picking a static design rather than fighting an algorithm's opinion of what your deck should look like.”
“I ran the same client brief through Adobe Stock, Envato Elements, and Creative Fabrica for six weeks. https://weandthecolor.com/adobe-stock-still-beats-envato-elements-and-creative-fabrica-just-not-for-everyone/211641”
“Most of what I use is sourced from Envato Elements, but sometimes I'll run into a specific sound effect that I'm looking for and just can't find.”
“It's a mixture of Pexels (CC.0 free) and Envato Elements which is a subscription. Images of the guy I had to pay for from Alamy.”
“* an old, active Envato Elements account (not necessary, you can find copyright free music easily)”
“No, there isn't a search filter for permanently free Elements assets. Almost everything on Envato Elements requires an active subscription to download.”
“How do I find actually free files on Envato Elements?”
“Adobe Stock charges $80 for most single videos, which is nearly the cost of an entire year of Envato Elements. That spoke for itself to me. I've also found the photos \*could\* be lower resolution sometimes but overall the curation of photos far exceeds Adobe Stock, plus there is 90% less AI stuff that slips through.”
“I find Elements particularly helpful for motion graphics templates, fonts, mockups, and graphics effects (PSD effects to implement into my designs). We straight up do not use stock photo and video from Envato.”
“Hey, I have just stopped using Adobe stock for my design assets and have been considering Envato, but a little worried it's all Ai. The library seems pretty big across a range of areas that would be helpful for my freelance and small design business, but would love some feedback on other people's experience or alternatives.”
“Envato has always been the standard for templates and video assets, but I feel like their AI integration is lagging behind.”
“So now I’m sitting here wondering what exactly “unlimited” means if I can’t even download a couple hundred stock images for legitimate project use without getting blocked.”
“Not all themes from ThemeForest are available on Envato Elements.”
“Afaik the envato elements subscription is only for the images they provide. Alot of themes and template packs use these images.”
“Does envato elements subscription include themeforest themes also?”
“Envato Elements is actually pretty good for Elementor work. The unlimited downloads aren’t a scam - you just need to register each asset for the specific project you use it on. Quality can vary a bit, but for multiple websites, the value is strong.”
“So i would like to buy subscription on envato elements to find more photos, png's, etc to create better quality composites with more stuff.”
“im currently working on a brand identity design and would really appreciate the help i unfortunately cannot afford a subscription right now.”
“So I went to Envato elements and chose a kit that it was elementor+WooCommerce. All good.”
“Is anyone here willing to spend up to an hour talking me through your experience of Envato Elements? Happy to pay $100 for your time”
“It seems pretty clear that you violated the license, regardless of your intent?”
“* The template license description says:“Images This Template Kit uses demo images from Envato Elements. You will need to license these images from Envato Elements to use them on your website, or you can substitute them with your own.””
“For anyone else reading this: Yes the plugin "Template Kit Import" works and can be used instead of the "Envato Elements Plugin".”
“Is anyone here subscribed to Envato Elements? I need a few assets for a project.”
“But this was a big issue for us as Envato Elements made adding images super convenient! What do you think of the 3 options we rank at the top?”