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That’s because different companies have different digital asset needs. Even if they’re using the same platform, costs can vary […]","For most people shopping for a digital asset management (DAM) platform, one of their first questions is “What’s this going...","\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For most people shopping for a digital asset management (DAM) platform, one of their first questions is “What’s this going to cost?” You may have noticed that most DAM providers don’t list prices on their website. That’s because different companies have different digital asset needs. Even if they’re using the same platform, costs can vary based on a few key factors.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fortunately, it’s easy to find out how much your company can expect to pay for a DAM: Just ask! A reliable vendor will discuss your needs upfront and give you an idea of what you can expect to pay.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To help you go into pricing conversations prepared, we’ve put together this basic guide to digital asset management pricing. We’ll cover the fundamentals of what to expect, how to compare prices, and common pitfalls to watch out for.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-1--the-basics-of-dam-pricing-seats-and-storage\">The basics of digital asset management pricing: seats and storage\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most straightforward digital asset management pricing is based on two main questions: How many users will be managing your digital assets, and how much storage do you need?\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How many users (and what kind)?\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the first things you’ll need to consider is how many “power users” will manage the content on your digital asset management platform. Power users are people who can add and delete content, change metadata, reorganize your library — essentially, the people in charge of your library behind the scenes. At Canto, these users are called \u003Ca href=\"\u002Ffeatures\u002Forganize-search\u002F\">Admins and Contributors\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most of the people using your DAM platform won’t be power users. Basic users, who just need to find and download content, won’t impact pricing quite as much. Canto includes unlimited consumer-type users for free. Other vendors may charge for them, but you can expect to pay much less for basic users than for power users.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much storage space will you need?\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The second major consideration is storage space. A multinational brand producing thousands of hours of HD video is going to need a lot more storage than a regional team managing a modest library of marketing photography.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the advantages of cloud-based digital asset management is that it’s easy to increase your storage capacity as your team and brand scale. At the time of purchase, it’s a good idea to try and plan out your storage needs at least six months into the future. After that, you can always add more if you need it.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-2--comparing-vendors-watch-out-for-hidden-costs\">Comparing vendors? Watch out for hidden costs.\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While power users and storage are the two most important components of DAM pricing, there are a few other factors you might need to consider. Canto takes a simple, all-in-one approach to pricing, but other vendors may charge extra for basic features and ongoing support.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep these key questions in mind as you talk to vendors and compare costs.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are basic features and functionalities considered add-ons?\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With Canto, all of the key features for managing and sharing digital assets are included in the quoted price. That means there’s no extra charge for features like \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fblog\u002Fcanto-portals-better-way-to-distribute-digital-assets\u002F\">sharing portals\u003C\u002Fa>, AI-driven image tagging, brand style guides, reporting features, and basic \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fintegrations\u002F\">integrations\u003C\u002Fa> with other tools.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Other vendors may classify these core DAM features as add-on modules, meaning you’ll need to pay more if you want to use them. Those additional costs can add up quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many DAM providers also offer advanced modules — like CDN functionality and video embedding — to meet specific business needs. Reputable DAM vendors will let you know when these add-on features come with a price tag.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"450\" src=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2022\u002F04\u002F19184708\u002Fdam-pricing.jpg\" alt=\"Image gallery in Canto's digital asset management platform.\" class=\"wp-image-60810\" srcset=\"\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2022\u002F04\u002F19184708\u002Fdam-pricing.jpg 880w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2022\u002F04\u002F19184708\u002Fdam-pricing-450x230.jpg 450w, \u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2022\u002F04\u002F19184708\u002Fdam-pricing-768x393.jpg 768w\" \u002F>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much do installation and training cost?\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most digital asset management providers charge a one-time installation fee to get your team onboarded and help you set up your library. These fees vary a lot from vendor to vendor, so be sure to ask about onboarding costs and factor them into your cost calculations.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Canto’s onboarding fees are much lower than most. Customers can hit the ground running, and benefit from Canto’s unparalleled customer care and decades of expertise in digital asset management as they set up their library.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Will you need expensive customization to adapt the platform to your needs?\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every business is different, and so is every digital asset management system. Maybe you need to add custom fields to sort and filter content a little differently, or dial in what different user groups can do. Is that a simple setting you can configure yourself — like in Canto? Or does the vendor need to set it up for you?\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With some providers, customization means getting developers involved, and that can quickly get very expensive.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does the vendor charge for ongoing customer support?\u003C\u002Fh3>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some digital asset management companies charge extra for support after onboarding — meaning if issues or questions come up down the line, you’re looking at an unexpected expense.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Canto, we know that digital asset management is an ongoing process, not just a one-time installation. That’s why we offer ongoing customer care from an experienced support team at no extra charge.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"toc-3--get-personalized-pricing-information-from-canto\">Get personalized pricing information from Canto\u003C\u002Fh2>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Canto delivers all the digital asset management capabilities your team needs, while keeping the experience simple and intuitive. Plus, our pricing model is the simplest on the market. We’ll work with you to assess your needs and expectations, and never surprise you with hidden costs.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To learn more about what Canto can do for your team, get in touch for a \u003Ca href=\"\u002Frequest-a-demo\u002F\">personalized demo\u003C\u002Fa>, and get \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fpricing\u002F\">pricing information\u003C\u002Fa> tailored to your company’s needs.\u003C\u002Fp>",5,{"url":37,"url_md":38,"alt":39,"height":40,"width":41},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2022\u002F04\u002F19184708\u002Fdam-pricing-feature.jpg","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2022\u002F04\u002F19184708\u002Fdam-pricing-feature-450x263.jpg","Illustration of a team comparing digital asset management pricing.",700,1200,[43],{"id":44,"slug":44,"title":45,"path":46},"digital-asset-management","Digital Asset Management","\u002Fpost-category\u002Fdigital-asset-management\u002F",[48,55,62],{"featuredImage":49,"postId":50,"slug":51,"title":52,"description":53,"path":54},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2026\u002F02\u002F24220048\u002Fworkflow-1-1-450x230.jpg",76272,"select-dam-platform","What should I consider when choosing a digital asset management platform?","Discover the 9 most important factors for choosing digital asset management software, from AI search to security, scalability, and integrations.","\u002Fblog\u002Fselect-dam-platform\u002F",{"featuredImage":56,"postId":57,"slug":58,"title":59,"description":60,"path":61},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2020\u002F02\u002F19192524\u002Fdropbox-replacements-4-450x253.jpg",40961,"dropbox-replacements","Finding the right Dropbox replacements to help you succeed","When seeking dropbox replacements, we undervalue things that truly matter to us for balance. This list will help you find exactly what you want.","\u002Fblog\u002Fdropbox-replacements\u002F",{"featuredImage":63,"postId":64,"slug":65,"title":66,"description":67,"path":68},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.canto.com\u002Fcdn\u002Fen\u002F2024\u002F08\u002F29113822\u002Fcontent-lifecycle-feature-450x225.jpg",18571,"content-lifecycle-management","How to improve content lifecycle management with DAM","Get the ultimate guide to content lifecycle management. 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