Stencil features: tier-by-tier list (2026)
Stencil is a marketing-focused graphic creation tool priced per account with monthly save caps and a flat-rate Unlimited tier for power users.
Core capabilities (48)
Super high resolution
Photos are super high resolution and ready to be used for anything you've got in mind
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Save all your favorites
Keep the photos you love all in one place so you don't have to look for them again
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Royalty Free
Photos can be used for anything, personal or commercial with no attribution required.
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Powered by our partners
All photos are provided & checked by the teams at Unsplash , Pixabay & Pexels , safe to use right from Stencil.
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140+ Common presets
We've done all the homework. Optimal sizes for social posts, ads, blog images and more are preloaded.
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Your own custom sizes
Have a specific size in mind? No problem. Create as many custom sizes as you'd like!
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3,100,000+ Icons To Choose From
We've partnered with the best icon providers to bring you exclusive access to premium icons from world class designers.
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5,000,000+ Photos
More royalty-free "CC0" images than you'll know what to do with! Thousands of new photos added every week.
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1,350+ Templates
Create beautiful images even faster with our premium templates, ready to be edited.
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Upload & Store Logos
Upload & store every variation of your logo or different logos if you're creating visuals for different brands.
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7,700+ Google Fonts
Find the perfect font for your image by using any of Google's thousands of web fonts!
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Upload Your Own Fonts
Match your brand perfectly by uploading your own fonts directly to Stencil and use them in all your visuals.
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3,100,000+ Icons & Graphics
Beautiful icons right at your fingertips, royalty-free and safe to use however you want (personal or commercial).
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140+ Preset Sizes
Perfect pre-loaded optimal sizes for social networks, ads, blog posts and more. Not enough?
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Safe Areas
See exactly where it's safe to put content in your image so that nothing ever gets cut off.
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Color Picker
Save your favorite colors and use the eyedropper tool to pick colors from anywhere in the canvas.
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Book illustration
[ edit ] Stencils were popular as a method of book illustration , and for that purpose, the technique was at its height of popularity in France during the 1920s when André Marty , Jean Saudé and many other studios in Paris specialized in the technique.
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Aerosol stencils
[ edit ] "Happy 1984" — Stencil graffiti found on the Berlin Wall in 2005. The object depicted is a DualShock video game controller.
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Official use
[ edit ] Stencils are frequently used by official organizations, including the military, utility companies, and governments, to quickly and clearly label objects, vehicles , and locations.
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Stencil graffiti
[ edit ] Main article: Stencil graffiti Stencilled picture on an old fridge door, 'I stand in this sky with you'.
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Home stenciling
[ edit ] A common tradition for stencils is in home decorating and arts & crafts . Home decor stencils are an important part of the DIY (Do It Yourself) industry.
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Military stenciling
[ edit ] Stencils have been used in the military across most nations for many years and continue to be used today. They are used to mark up equipment, vehicles, rations, signposts, helmets, etc.
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Silk screening
[ edit ] Silk screening is a type of printing on paper or textiles , in which an ink is embedded in the cloth. The ink is controlled through the use of a stencil, which is placed directly over the paper or textile.
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Micro- and nanostencil
[ edit ] Main article: Nanostencil Stencils are also used in micro- and nanotechnology , as miniature shadow masks through which material can be deposited, etched or ions implanted onto a substrate.
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Screen printing
[ edit ] Main article: Screen printing Anarchist stencils preparation by an anarchist in Switzerland (January 2026) A stencil technique is employed in screen printing which uses a tightly woven mesh screen coated in a thin layer of emulsion to reproduce the or
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Airbrushing
[ edit ] Main article: Airbrush A stencil used in airbrushing called a frisket is pressed directly on the artwork.
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Wall stencils
[ edit ] Wall stencils - to decorate walls and ceilings or create your own repeat for an overall modern wall pattern effect.
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Rock art
[ edit ] Main article: Rock art One form of pictograph found in ancient and traditional rock paintings is created by the hand first being placed against the panel, with dry paint then being blown onto it through a tube, in a process that is akin to air-brush o
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The key advantage of a stencil is that
The key advantage of a stencil is that it can be reused to repeatedly and rapidly produce the same letters or design. Although aerosol or painting stencils can be made for one-time use, typically they are made with the intention of being reused.
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Stencil technique in visual art is also referred
Stencil technique in visual art is also referred to as pochoir . A related technique (which has found applicability in some surrealist compositions) is aerography , in which spray-painting is done around a three-dimensional object to create a negative of the o
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Screen printing also uses a stencil process, as
Screen printing also uses a stencil process, as does mimeography . The masters from which mimeographed pages are printed are often called "stencils".
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Aerosol stencils have many practical applications and the
Aerosol stencils have many practical applications and the stencil concept is used frequently in industrial, commercial, artistic, residential and recreational settings, as well as by the military, government and infrastructure management.
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A common tradition for stencils is in home
A common tradition for stencils is in home decorating and arts & crafts . Home decor stencils are an important part of the DIY (Do It Yourself) industry.
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Stencils have been used in the military across
Stencils have been used in the military across most nations for many years and continue to be used today. They are used to mark up equipment, vehicles, rations, signposts, helmets, etc.
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Silk screening is a type of printing on
Silk screening is a type of printing on paper or textiles , in which an ink is embedded in the cloth. The ink is controlled through the use of a stencil, which is placed directly over the paper or textile.
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Stencils are also used in micro- and nanotechnology
Stencils are also used in micro- and nanotechnology , as miniature shadow masks through which material can be deposited, etched or ions implanted onto a substrate.
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The three-dimensional shape of a structure deposited using
The three-dimensional shape of a structure deposited using a micro- or nano-stencil can be predicted by modelling.
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A stencil technique is employed in screen printing
A stencil technique is employed in screen printing which uses a tightly woven mesh screen coated in a thin layer of emulsion to reproduce the original image.
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A stencil used in airbrushing called a frisket
A stencil used in airbrushing called a frisket is pressed directly on the artwork.
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Wall stencils - to decorate walls and ceilings
Wall stencils - to decorate walls and ceilings or create your own repeat for an overall modern wall pattern effect.
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One form of pictograph found in ancient and
One form of pictograph found in ancient and traditional rock paintings is created by the hand first being placed against the panel, with dry paint then being blown onto it through a tube, in a process that is akin to air-brush or spray-painting.
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All paid plans include a 7-day money back guarantee
You are fully protected by our 100% money back guarantee. If you don't fall in love with Stencil over the next 7 days, we'll happily give you a full refund.
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A few frequently asked questions
Some general questions about our free and paid plans. Can I cancel any time? On our monthly plan, you can cancel at any time! No long-term commitments there.
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What our customers say
Great reviews from people who use Stencil. The quickest way for me to prettify an image. Super helpful!
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On our monthly plan, you can cancel at any time
On our monthly plan, you can cancel at any time! No long-term commitments there.
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If you're at all unhappy with Stencil within
If you're at all unhappy with Stencil within 7 days of upgrading, we'll give you a full refund...and even stay friends!
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Absolutely
Absolutely! All of the photos and icons in Stencil are royalty-free and safe to use! They are sourced from trusted providers and can be used personally or commercially, with no attribution required.
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Each Stencil subscription is for use by one user only
Each Stencil subscription is for use by one user only. If you have a virtual assistant or someone who will be using Stencil for you within your organization, that's alright, but sharing accounts with other organizations is not allowed.
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Integrations (1)
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Automation and workflows (3)
Create images & schedule with Buffer in seconds
Scheduling images will help you save even more time. If you have a Buffer account, you're all set to schedule images right from Stencil.
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Schedule With Buffer
If you have a Buffer account, you're all set to schedule images right from Stencil.
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If you’re at all unhappy within 7 days
If you’re at all unhappy within 7 days of signing up, contact us for a full refund. Monthly recurring payments (other than your 1st month within 7 days) are non-refundable.
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Collaboration (2)
Preview & share your images faster than ever before
Never worry again how your image will look after you've shared. Create, preview and share in seconds.
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We can easily create and share engaging, unique
We can easily create and share engaging, unique, and tastefully branded content with our customer community in a matter of minutes.
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Administration (1)
Choose from over 5,000,000 stunning royalty-free photos
Over 5,000,000 incredible public domain stock photos ready to use, at your fingertips.
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See Stencil pricing in detail
This page lists what Stencil does. For per-seat math, tier comparison, and the full hidden-fee list, see the Stencil pricing breakdown.
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Features evolve. Confirm directly with the vendor before purchase decisions. This list was last refreshed on 2026-05-27.
Frequently asked questions
What features does Stencil include?
This page tracks 55 verified Stencil features across 5 categories, sourced from Stencil's official site and Wikipedia.
Which tier do I need for Stencil?
Stencil's feature availability varies by plan. Compare the public Stencil tiers, calculator, and hidden fees on the Stencil pricing page.
How does Stencil compare on features to alternatives?
Buyers commonly compare Stencil against Canva, Snappa, Adobe Express. Each alternative's feature page is linked below where we cover it.