Shutterstock provides instant access to hundreds of millions of high-quality, licensed creative assets through flexible subscription and on-demand pricing models, powered by advanced search and AI technology to help businesses and creatives find the perfect content for their projects.
Last updated Feb 8, 2026
Market leader in stock content licensing with one of the largest libraries globally
Shutterstock, Inc. is a leading global technology company that operates one of the world's largest digital marketplaces for licensed creative content. Founded in 2003, the company provides access to an extensive library of over 400 million high-quality stock images, videos, music tracks, editorial content, and other creative assets used by businesses, marketing agencies, media companies, and creative professionals worldwide. The platform serves as a two-sided marketplace connecting content creators with customers who need visual and audio assets for their marketing, advertising, and creative projects. While not a traditional AdTech company, Shutterstock plays a significant role in the advertising and marketing technology ecosystem by providing the creative assets that power advertising campaigns, social media content, websites, and marketing materials. The company has evolved beyond its core stock content marketplace to offer AI-powered creative tools, including generative AI capabilities, 3D modeling, and design templates through acquisitions like Giphy (later divested) and PicMonkey. Shutterstock operates globally with a contributor network of photographers, videographers, illustrators, and musicians, and serves customers in over 150 countries through its subscription-based and on-demand licensing models.
Access to over 400 million stock photos and illustrations with flexible licensing options
Library of HD and 4K stock video footage for commercial use
Royalty-free music tracks and sound effects for video and multimedia projects
News and entertainment imagery for editorial use
AI-powered image generation tool for creating custom visuals
Design tool for creating social media posts, ads, and marketing materials
Custom content creation services for enterprise clients
Developer API for integrating Shutterstock content into applications and workflows