Stocky 1.2 - A WordPress Stock Photography Marketplace Theme

Stocky Overview

• Built on WordPress and Easy Digital Downloads to run a standalone ecommerce site.
• Extensible with paid extensions in an EDD Pass to allow vendors to upload and sell through your site.
• Demo access available to preview vendor capabilities and storefronts.
• Gutenberg-optimized, responsive, and retina-ready for modern web experiences.

Demo and Vendor Capabilities

To see an example of the vendor capabilities, open the demo page and use the following login credentials: Username:DemoPassword:demo123.

Demo access showcases how vendors can list and manage their stock images within Stocky’s marketplace framework.

Convert Adobe Lightroom Keywords to WordPress Tags

While it’s in Beta, you can download our Lightroom Keywords to Download Tags plugin. After activation, settings are under Downloads > Settings > Extensions.

• Plugin extracts Adobe Lightroom keywords from featured images and uses them as archival tags in WordPress.
• Note: this plugin requires the getimagesize() PHP function, which may be disabled by some hosts—check with your hosting provider.

Dedicated Pages

Stocky includes page templates for important pages. Set them under your Page Templates without additional setup.

• Home – an attention-grabbing homepage to engage visitors.
• Vendor Portfolio – displays all items from a vendor with avatar, name, member information, biography, and a contact form.
• Login / Register – distraction-free pages with a simple form and a large background image set in theme options.
• Contact – front-and-center display of physical location or phone information.

Stocky Features

• Header customization – Upload any image for the header on your pages (including login and registration).
• New in Version 1.2 – Custom header images for Vendors.
• EXIF data display – Optionally display EXIF data for all images.
• Color picker tools – Color picker options for links and buttons; embed videos can replace the featured image option.
• New in Version 1.1 – See it in action here.
• Gallery support – Multiple images per item; auto-generated gallery on the product page without shortcodes.
• Translation ready – Translation file included to use Stocky in any language.
• Fully responsive – Optimized for all devices; Retina/Hi-Def display readiness.
• Easy Digital Downloads compatibility – Tested and developer approved; works with EDD extensions.
• Woo-ready styling – Styled for Gravity Forms; compatible with the Download Image Watermark extension.
• HTML5 & CSS3 – Built with modern frontend technologies and plenty of care.
• Recent Products and Featured User widgets – Dynamic widgets for showcasing inventory and vendors.
• Social media icons – Integrated for sharing and discovery.
• One-click setup – Easy setup with clear instructions.

Why Choose Stocky?

• Exceptional Quality – Praised as an “awesome” theme with superior design and functionality for showcasing and selling photographic work.
• E-commerce Ready – Integrated shopping cart with popular payment options like Stripe for photographers monetizing their art.
• Flexible Image Hosting – Handles images on your server or external services like S3 with a robust framework.
• Comprehensive Documentation – Clear guidance to set up a marketplace quickly, even for non-tech users.
• Advanced Digital Protection – Features to protect high-resolution images while preserving visual appeal.

What Makes Stocky Stand Out?

• Superior Design and UX – Stock photography-focused design that places images front and center.
• Gutenberg Optimized – Seamless editing with the latest WordPress editor.
• Browser Compatibility – High compatibility across major browsers.
• Responsive & High-Resolution Support – Crisp images on desktop, tablet, and mobile.

Elevate Your Online Presence with Stocky

Join a community of successful photographers and digital artists who have chosen Stocky to power their online marketplace. Whether you’re an individual artist or building a multi-vendor platform, Stocky offers a compelling blend of beauty and functionality.

Still not convinced?

• Ideal for Photo and Video Sales – Optimized for both photography and videography marketplaces.
• Exceptional Customer Support – Praised for prompt and helpful responses to ensure a smooth experience.
• EXIF Data Integration – Advanced features for importing metadata to manage images effectively.
• Continuous Updates – Regular feature additions and improvements.
• Customizable Descriptions and Keywords – Rich metadata for better searchability.
• Innovative Design – Browser-based development with a unique look and feel.
• Multilingual Support – Create keyword tags in different languages for global reach.
• Integration with Major Extensions – Seamless with Easy Digital Downloads and related extensions.
• Hosting Flexibility – Support for hosting images on platforms like Amazon S3.
• Comprehensive Payment Options – Configurable payment gateways including Stripe.
• User-Friendly Interface – Smooth interactions, including addressing common cart issues.
• Self-Resolving Features – Designed for easy configuration and use.

Extend Your Marketplace

The Marketplace Bundle

The following extensions have specific styling in Stocky and can be seen in the demo. They can be purchased individually or in an EDD Pass.

• Frontend Submissions – allows users to register and sell their products on your site.
• Commissions – pays your vendors; you earn revenue through commissions.
• Reviews – enables customers to leave reviews with star ratings on products.
• EDD Wish Lists – lets customers create wish lists and checkout with ease.

Note: The demo includes the above plugins, but their functionality is not included in the theme itself.

Other Recommended Plugins

• Relevanssi – enhances WordPress search to include Download Tags and Categories (free).
• Download Image Watermark – automatically applies watermarks to download page sample images.

Install Stocky in Three Minutes

• Stocky 1.6.2 installation – Watch Video
• Adding Simple Product – Stocky 1.6.2 installation – Watch Video
• Adding Variable Product – Stocky 1.6.2 installation – Watch Video