In 2025, Adobe Firefly continues to expand across Creative Cloud apps like Photoshop, Illustrator, and Express. But to use AI features such as Generative Fill or Text-to-Image, you’ll need something called generative credits. If you’re wondering what these credits are, how many you get, and how to manage them, this guide has you covered.
1. What Are Generative Credits?
Generative credits are Adobe’s way of measuring AI usage in Firefly-powered tools. Each time you generate content with Firefly—whether it’s an image, vector, or video edit—it consumes a certain number of credits.
- Example: Using Photoshop’s Generative Fill = 1 credit.
- Example: Creating a Text-to-Image design in Firefly web = 1 credit.
💡 Think of them like “AI tokens” that recharge monthly depending on your plan.
2. How Many Generative Credits Do You Get?
The number of credits depends on your subscription:
- Free Adobe Account: Around 25–50 credits/month.
- Adobe Express Premium: 250 credits/month.
- Creative Cloud Individual Plans: 500–1,000 credits/month.
- Creative Cloud All Apps Plan: Highest allocation, usually 1,000+ credits/month.
(Exact numbers may vary—Adobe adjusts limits over time.)
3. How to Use Firefly Generative Credits
You’ll spend credits when you:
- Generate AI images in Firefly web.
- Use Generative Fill in Photoshop.
- Create AI-driven text effects in Illustrator.
- Enhance videos with Firefly in Premiere Pro or After Effects.
💡 Credits are only consumed when new content is generated, not when you edit, resize, or reuse results.
4. What Happens if You Run Out?
- You can buy additional credits.
- AI features may run slower or be limited until the next monthly reset.
- Non-generative features (like cropping, color correction) remain unaffected.
5. How to Manage Your Credits Effectively
- Batch your work: Generate multiple variations at once.
- Save high-quality results: Avoid repeated testing.
- Use free plans for light tasks: Adobe Express free tier gives bonus credits.
- Track usage: In your Adobe account dashboard.
Conclusion
Adobe Firefly generative credits ensure fair use of AI tools across millions of users. Whether you’re editing photos, designing graphics, or creating video content, managing your credits wisely helps you get the most from Creative Cloud’s AI features in 2025.
👉 Try Firefly today with Adobe Creative Cloud free trial and see how generative AI can supercharge your creativity.
Marys Graphics 