Adobe's new credit-based system powers AI features across Photoshop, Lightroom, Firefly, Express, and Premiere. Here's what you need to know.
What Are Generative Credits?
Monthly tokens included with Adobe plans that act as currency for AI features:
Credits are consumed each time you use AI tools
Reset monthly (no rollover)
Can purchase add-ons if you run out
Different features use different credit amounts
🟢 Standard Features
Everyday Adobe Firefly AI tools:
Generative Fill, Expand, Background (Photoshop)
Remove People, Distraction Removal (Lightroom)
Text-to-Image, Generate Backgrounds (Firefly)
🔵 Premium Features (multiple credits)
Advanced AI requiring more computing power:
Third-party models (Google Gemini 2.5, FLUX.1)
AI Video/Audio generation
Topaz Labs Denoise/Sharpen
High-resolution upscaling
🚨 Current Promotion
28 October – 1 December 2025:
Unlimited generations on all AI models for Creative Cloud Pro, Firefly Standard/Pro/Premium plans.
Key Takeaways
✅ Standard = Everyday Firefly tools (often unlimited)
✅ Premium = Third-party AI models (uses more credits)
✅ Credits reset monthly, no rollover
✅ Unlimited promo runs until 1 December 2025
✅ Creative Cloud All Apps best for heavy Premium feature users