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What are deviantDOLLARS?
deviantDOLLARS are credits issued via contest winnings or made available as an option through print sales via the Print Program that can be used to purchase products through the deviantART Shop or pay for subscriptions or adCast. deviantDOLLARS are not legal currency and are not legal tender. Your deviantDOLLARS credits cannot be redeemed for cash and cannot be used towards sales tax, gift certificates or past purchases. deviantDOLLARS are void where prohibited by law.