What should I know before uploading my design?

As a registered member, you can upload vector design formats (.eps) as well as pixel design formats (.bmp, .jpg, .gif and .png).

Vector designs are required for our plot printing techniques (flex and flock,) whereas pixel designs are used for digital printing.

If you want to upload a design to the Spreadshirt Designer and buy directly, you must use the pixel format.

Requirements for Vector Designs:

In order to use plot printing, your vector design must follow a few guidelines (i.e. comply with the minimum line thickness, have minimum negative space, have no more than three colors and no color gradients).

Our Design Team will review whether or not you have met these requirements before approving your design for release. Most designs are reviewed within 2 business days. If your design does not meet the given requirements, we will send you an e-mail informing you that it has been denied.

Requirements for Pixel Designs:

As designs in the Spreadshirt Designer are available for immediate purchase, it is currently only possible to upload pixel designs into the T-shirt Designer. By submitting your pixel designs, you assure that no third party rights (copyrights) have been violated. Any designs with violations will be rejected and an e-mail will be sent to you. More information on pixel design requirements can be found in this helpful FAQ.

Limitations for uploading designs:

If you have a standard account, you are allowed to upload three vector designs free of charge. Every time ten of your individually designed products have been sold, we will provide you with five additional vector design uploads.

If you would like to upload more vectors, you could sign up for a premium membership. Premium members are able to upload an unlimited number of vector designs, and up to 20 designs per day are allowed. You can also purchase additional vector uploads for $5 each. Please contact our Service Team if you are interested.

Uploading pixel designs is limited to 20 uploads per day.