Shutterstock is a leading global provider of high-quality images (350+ million), photographs, vectors, illustrations, etc., as well as proprietary editing tools. So, when a merchant gains access to the Shutterstock database, they have a massive library of options to explore in search of the perfect print on demand inclusion.
Before Shutterstock integration, merchants were mainly on their own regarding how they came by, created, or otherwise acquired product designs. Now, everyone is empowered with a mountain of raw potential to adorn merchandise, tinker into more preferable manifestations, or stimulate their own creativity.
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Can I use the images as-is, without any alterations?
Hi Ismail,
Yes, that is correct. Just in case, more information can be found here.
I’m finding that many of the images are medium resolution
Hi David,
If you mean that many of the Shutterstock images have medium resolution, then keep in mind that those are third party designs and there are no guarantees that all images will fit Printify guidelines. You can search for vector files on Shutterstock, which you should be able to scale within the Shutterstock editor as much as you want without losing quality.
It’s also important to keep in mind, that the medium quality message in our mockup generator is shown according to the DPI of the file, however, the printing quality will be affected by the quality of the pixels, not only the number of them. So, as long as the file doesn’t show any blurriness or pixelation, the outcome could be suitable even in medium resolution.
Will the image be charged each time when I receive an order or it will be charged just one time or for the first order?
The fee for using the image will be applied each time when the product with the chosen image is sold. The fee will be added to the Printify production cost.
Are these copyright free, hope there is no copyright infringement? Can these images be used on various products at one time?
My account seems not to be associated with Shutterstock as I dont see the new option when Adding a new Product.
What I should I do to get it activated/available?
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Hello Daniel! Please make sure you have logged into your Printify account, this option is available only for registered users. If it still doesn’t work out, please reach out to our support team via [email protected], and they will find a solution!