Graphic Design Software
Canva Pro, Photoshop, thumbnail tools, and graphic design subscriptions.
Tax Form
Schedule C, Line 18
Estimated Savings
$50-400/year
How It Works
Graphic design software used to create thumbnails, social media graphics, and visual content is fully deductible. This includes Canva Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, and other design tools. Templates and design assets you purchase are also deductible.
IRS Rules & Requirements
- Software subscriptions are deducted in the year paid
- One-time purchases can be expensed or depreciated
- Template and asset purchases are deductible
- Must be used for business content creation
- Keep receipts for all design tool expenses
Real Examples
Canva Pro at $120/year = fully deductible
Adobe Photoshop at $240/year = fully deductible
Thumbnail templates purchased for $50 = fully deductible
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Forgetting to deduct Canva and similar tools
- Not deducting template and asset purchases
- Missing font license purchases
Pro Tip
Stock photo subscriptions, font licenses, and icon packs used for your content are all deductible under this category.
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