If you have no unpaid earnings you can close your contributor account by clicking “Delete account” in your Account Settings, after which you will be asked to confirm the request with your password. We will start deleting your information from our systems.
What happens if I delete my Shutterstock account?
Accounts with no downloading history will have all personal data removed from our system. If you have previously licensed content from Shutterstock, we are legally obligated to retain some data on the licensing history even after your account is deleted.
Can I have two Shutterstock contributor accounts?
Our policy does not permit one person to hold multiple accounts without expressed written permission from Shutterstock. Since each person or entity can only own one portfolio, a second account would be permissible if it is registered under the name of a different entity, with its own copyrighted material.
Why was my Shutterstock contributor account disabled?
Your contributor account may be closed for infringement when it appears you may not own or control the copyright to content submitted to Shutterstock.You have submitted content that a different contributor has already submitted to Shutterstock. Shutterstock has received multiple DMCA Notices against your content.
Is it worth contributing to Shutterstock?
For most stock photographers and illustrators, Shutterstock consistently outperforms all other agencies. If you are thinking of getting started as a microstock photographer, make sure Shutterstock is at the top of your list to join. For many contributors, Shutterstock represents around 40% of their monthly earnings.
How do I delete my Shutterstock plan?
On-demand Packs and Monthly Subscriptions
On-demand packs provide access for a year to any remaining downloads you have purchased. When monthly plans are canceled, you retain access until the end of your billing period. To cancel these plans, go to your Plans page and turn off the auto renewal option.
Does Shutterstock refund?
Except when required by law, Shutterstock shall be under no obligation to issue refunds under any circumstances. All fees are non-refundable, even if your subscription is terminated before its expiration.
Does Shutterstock allow nudity?
Nudity — For submissions containing nude content of artistic value, the model must be at least 21 years of age and the release must be accompanied by a photo ID of the model. The decision to accept or reject an image containing nudity will be made according to the sole discretion of Shutterstock.
How many users can use Shutterstock?
You can give access to as few as two users or as many as four or more users, depending on your collaboration needs.
Can I upload watermark images on Shutterstock?
One easy way to add a watermark to multiple images is with Actions. To enable this feature, go to the Window menu and then choose “Action”. You’ll be asked to name this Action, so choose “Watermark”.Alternatively, if you just want to place a text watermark, you can create a text box layer and type anything you wish.
How much does the average person make on Shutterstock?
As a Shutterstock contributor, you earn 15%-40% of the image price.
Shutterstock Contributor Earnings.
| Image level | Photos sold | You earn |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Up to 100 | 15% |
| Level 2 | 101-250 | 20% |
| Level 3 | 251-500 | 25% |
| Level 4 | 501-2,500 | 30% |
Can I sell feet pics on Shutterstock?
Yes, you can sell feet pics on Shutterstock if they’re of good quality. The site already has thousands of feet stock images. The good thing is that Shutterstock allows both phone and camera photos. If you want better results, it helps to upload a number of high-resolution photos on the site.
How much do Shutterstock contributors make?
As a Shutterstock contributor, you will earn a percentage of the price Shutterstock receives for licensing your content. There are 6 separate earnings levels for images and for videos, ranging from 15% up to 40%. You can graduate through them independently based on your download count in each category.
How do I delete a contributor account?
If you have no unpaid earnings you can close your contributor account by clicking “Delete account” in your Account Settings, after which you will be asked to confirm the request with your password.
Is Shutterstock copyright free?
Shutterstock Photos Are Royalty-Free
Although there is a charge for Shutterstock images, once you have purchased them, they become what is known as royalty-free. This means that you are granted copyright to the intellectual property and have the license to use what you buy in multiple ways on multiple applications.
What is STK Shutterstock?
If you saw a charge from STK*Shutterstock, it’s for a Shutterstock image, video, or music plan.
How easy is it to cancel Shutterstock?
Shutterstock products are designed to offer you uninterrupted access to the content you need. We have month-to-month plans that allow you to cancel anytime by simply turning off the auto renewal feature, giving you flexibility with the duration of the plan.
How old do you have to be to sell photos on Shutterstock?
18 years old
Getting started
You must be at least 18 years old to submit your work to Shutterstock.
How do I sell content on Shutterstock?
Signup Process
- Step 1: Visit Shutterstock. To get started with the sign-up process, you’ll have to visit the Shutterstock website and click on the Sell Content link in the top menu on the left.
- Step 2: Fill Out The Application.
- Step 3: Verify Your Email.
- Step 4: Add Your Address.
- Start Uploading Your Photos.
Who can upload to Shutterstock?
Anyone over the legal age of 18 can register in a few easy steps, then start submitting content. To sign up for a Shutterstock contributor account register at submit.shutterstock.com. This is the site made specifically for our contributors, our customers use shutterstock.com.
Do Shutterstock licenses expire?
With the Shutterstock Image licenses, there is no set time frame for using the images after a download. With a Standard Image License, you can store those images for your own use.
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