Burst

Burst is a free stock photo platform powered by Shopify, offering thousands of high-resolution, royalty-free images for commercial use. Download stunning photos for websites and commercial use.

What is Burst?

Burst is a completely free stock photography platform powered by Shopify. It provides access to over 20,000 high-resolution, royalty-free images that can be downloaded and used for any purpose, including commercial projects. Users browse and download photos directly from the Burst website without requiring an account for low-resolution downloads. The platform was created by Shopify to support designers, developers, bloggers, and entrepreneurs.

Key Features

• Royalty-Free Licensing — All photos are free to use for commercial and personal projects without any attribution required, though crediting photographers is encouraged. See the license page for details.
• High and Low Resolution Downloads — Each image offers both high-resolution (for presentations, websites, online stores) and low-resolution (for small web graphics) options.
• Editable Images — Users can crop, resize, add text, filters, or logos to photos without restrictions.
• Curated Categories — Over 60 categories including Business, Nature, Food, Fashion, Fitness, and seasonal collections like Fall and Christmas.
• No Account Required for Low Res — Low-resolution images can be downloaded without signing up; high-resolution downloads require an email submission.
• Free for Any Platform — Photos can be used on any online store platform (Shopify, WooCommerce, etc.) or ecommerce marketplace.
• Supports Business Ideas — Burst includes curated business idea guides (e.g., sell enamel pins, yoga products, bath bombs) with relevant stock photos.

Who is it for?

• Ecommerce entrepreneurs — Use Burst's commercial-free images for product pages, social media ads, and online store backgrounds without licensing concerns.
• Web and graphic designers — Access thousands of high-resolution photos for client websites, blogs, and marketing materials, with ability to edit and brand.
• Content creators and bloggers — Download royalty-free images for blog posts, video thumbnails, and social media content across any niche.
• Small business owners — Find product-specific photography (food, fashion, jewelry, technology) to enhance their brand without photography costs.

What can you do with Burst?

• Download free stock photos — Browse over 20,000 images by category or search term, then download high or low resolution files instantly.
• Use photos commercially — Legally incorporate images into online stores, product packaging, billboards, flyers, menus, and catalogs without paying royalties.
• Edit and customize — Crop, resize, add filters, text overlays, or logos to make each image your own for any project.
• Explore business ideas — Access curated guides with product sourcing tips and relevant photography for starting specific online businesses.

How does Burst work?

Users visit the Burst website, browse or search for images, and click on a photo to see download options. Low-resolution images can be downloaded immediately without an account. High-resolution downloads require entering an email address, after which the image is served. No registration or payment is needed.

FAQ

Is Burst free?

Yes, Burst is completely free. All images are royalty-free and can be used for commercial and personal projects without any cost or attribution requirement.

Do I need to credit the photographer?

Attribution is not mandatory but appreciated. When possible, credit the photographer by linking back to the original photo page or the photographer's Burst profile (e.g., "Photo by Matthew Henry from Burst").

Can I use Burst images on other platforms like WooCommerce or Etsy?

Yes. Burst photos are free to use on any online store platform, marketplace, or website. They are not restricted to Shopify stores.

Can I edit or modify Burst photos?

Yes, you can crop, resize, add text, filters, or logos to the images. There are no restrictions on modifications.

What resolutions are available?

Each photo offers two download options: "Low Res" for small web graphics with compressed file sizes, and "High Res" for presentations, websites, and online stores where quality matters.