The provided source material documents a collection of design resources, software templates, and audio assets available through Envato and related platforms during May 2018. The data focuses primarily on digital assets for designers, developers, and content creators, rather than traditional consumer product samples such as beauty, baby care, or household goods. Key themes include Adobe XD UI kits, royalty-free music for podcasts, and commercial licensing terms for subscription services. The information highlights specific free assets available at that time, promotional sales, and guidelines for commercial usage.
Adobe XD UI Kits and Design Templates
During May 2018, several free design resources were shared within the community, specifically targeting Adobe XD users. These resources were designed to accelerate the UI/UX design process for mobile and web applications.
One notable release was the "Aurelia" dashboard web app UI kit, created by designer Ismail Mesbah. This elegant Adobe XD kit was shared freely with the community. Additionally, an event app concept called "Cognizance 2018" was released by Abhinav Rohilla. Ismail Mesbah also contributed several other mobile app UI kit samples, including "Sofia" (a modern iOS hotel and travel app kit), "Veridian" (a hotel mobile app kit), and "Marnie" (a mobile ecommerce app kit). Other releases included "Tourex," a free Adobe XD UI kit featuring trendy UX and UI design, and a health and fitness mobile app UI kit. Creative Geek released an accounting template made with Adobe XD, and Ismail Mesbah released "Lydia," a blogging mobile app UI kit. Kasper Christensen shared a chatbot XD UI kit. These assets were intended to help designers speed up their workflow and were available for download without cost.
Royalty-Free Music and Audio Resources for Podcasts
For podcasters seeking audio assets, the source material identifies several platforms offering royalty-free music and sound effects. Soundsnap is highlighted as a major provider used by companies such as Pixar, HBO, and Microsoft. It is noted as a partner of We Edit Podcasts. While Soundsnap offers a vast library, it operates on a paid model.
AudioJungle, a subsidiary of Envato Market, is another recommended source. It allows users to buy and sell royalty-free music and sound effects. The platform offers a massive selection of tracks starting at low prices, though purchases require payment. AudioJungle also provides a commercial license included in the purchase price. Additionally, the source mentions that Envato Market releases new freebies every month.
Incompetech is presented as a source for free music under a Creative Commons license. Users can utilize the music for free provided they give credit to the artist. For podcasts, this credit should be voiced on the show, typically at the end of the production. An optional donation of $5 per piece used is suggested but not required.
Commercial Licensing for Subscription Services
The source material provides detailed information regarding commercial license options for subscription-based design asset platforms, specifically Envato Elements and Creative Fabrica. These details are crucial for users intending to use downloaded assets in commercial projects or for resale.
Envato Elements Commercial License
Envato Elements offers a subscription service allowing unlimited downloads of graphics, templates, fonts, and videos. Key points of the commercial license include: * Commercial Use: Assets may be used for both personal and commercial projects, including products for sale, client projects, marketing, and advertisements. * Attribution: Attribution is not required for Premium account holders. * Licensing Process: Each downloaded asset requires the registration of a license, which is tied to a specific project. This license allows for commercial use of that asset within the registered project. * End Products for Sale: Users can incorporate assets into end products for sale, such as physical items (t-shirts, mugs) or digital items (website designs, videos). * Restrictions: The license is non-exclusive, meaning others may use the same asset. Users cannot redistribute the files in their original format (e.g., reselling a stock photo as-is). A new license must be registered if the same asset is used in a different project.
Creative Fabrica Commercial License
Creative Fabrica provides an "All Access Subscription" that permits commercial use of resources. Key points of the Premium commercial license include: * Commercial Use: Subscribers may use assets (fonts, graphics, templates) for personal and commercial projects. * End Products for Sale: Resources can be used to create items for sale, such as t-shirts, mugs, and prints, or incorporated into marketing materials and websites. * Attribution: Attribution is not required for Premium subscribers. * Restrictions: Similar to Envato Elements, users are prohibited from redistributing assets in their original form without significant modification.
Promotional Sales and Updates
The source material references a specific promotional event relevant to May 2018. TemPlaza announced a "Mid-Year Sale" for Envato products, offering up to 50% off selected items. The sale was scheduled to run from June 21st to June 25th, 2021. While this date falls slightly after May 2018, it indicates ongoing promotional activity within the Envato ecosystem. Featured products included the "Auto Showroom" WordPress theme and the "Jollyany" multi-purpose Joomla template.
Conclusion
The provided source material documents a specific set of digital design resources and audio assets available through Envato and associated platforms. The primary focus is on free Adobe XD UI kits for app design, royalty-free music sources for podcasting, and detailed commercial licensing terms for subscription services like Envato Elements and Creative Fabrica. While the data references specific assets released around May 2018, it does not contain information regarding consumer product samples in categories such as beauty, baby care, or household goods. The information serves as a guide for designers and content creators regarding available tools and the legal frameworks governing their commercial use.