About Pexels
Pexels is a free stock photo and video platform providing high-quality visual content under the Pexels License (free for all uses, no attribution required). It features a curated library, powerful search, and an API for developers — making it a go-to resource for designers, marketers, and content creators who need beautiful visuals without cost.
Key Features
- Free high-quality photos and videos
- No attribution required
- Curated collections
- Powerful search with AI
- API for developers
- Discover trending content
- Leaderboards and photographer profiles
- Integration plugins for design tools
Pros
- Completely free — no hidden costs
- Includes free stock videos (not just photos)
- No attribution required
- Clean, fast browsing experience
Cons
- Smaller library than Unsplash for photos
- Video quality and variety is more limited
- Some images can feel generic
Best Use Cases
- Blog and website imagery
- Social media content
- Video background footage
- Presentation and marketing visuals
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vs UnsplashQuick Info
- Website
- pexels.com
- Founded
- 2014
- Company
- 20-50
- Pricing
- free
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