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Use the top community referral option below. Click once and complete the qualifying action on Shutterstock's site to claim the current referral benefit.

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Available Shutterstock Referral Codes (1)

How Shutterstock referrals work

  1. Step 1

    Choose a referral link or invite code shared by the community.

  2. Step 2

    Click the referral link to open the official sign-up page.

  3. Step 3

    Create your Shutterstock account and complete the qualifying action.

  4. Step 4

    Receive the referral reward based on Shutterstock's current terms.

About the Shutterstock referral program

Shutterstock operates an official Affiliate Program through Impact as well as a separate referral program for Shutterstock contributors.

The official Affiliate Program allows publishers, bloggers, agencies, creators, stock-content websites, and other partners to promote Shutterstock. Affiliates earn 20% on new customer purchases, with opportunities for higher commissions as performance grows. The program uses a 30-day cookie and provides affiliates with promotional materials including banners, text links, search boxes, and access to Shutterstock's API.

Affiliate tracking and payments are handled through Impact. Once an affiliate account reaches the $10 monthly minimum, Shutterstock states that payments are made automatically each month through PayPal or electronic transfer. Shutterstock applies a 30-day action locking and payout window, meaning commissions earned during a month are paid one month after the end of that month.

Separately, Shutterstock contributors have access to a built-in Referral Program. Contributors can refer both new customers and new content contributors using unique referral links. A referred customer generates 20% of their first payment, up to $200. Customer referral earnings are subject to a 90-day payment delay.

Contributors who refer new image contributors earn $0.04 each time a referred contributor's image is downloaded during the first two years. Referring footage contributors generates 10% of the sale price Shutterstock receives for each qualifying clip downloaded during the first year.

How to Use a Shutterstock Referral Code (Step by Step)

  1. Browse the Shutterstock referral codes and invite links shared below. Codes near the top were shared or bumped most recently by the community.
  2. Open the referral link — it applies the referral automatically when you sign up.
  3. Create your Shutterstock account with the details the program asks for. Use the same browser session you opened the referral link in, and avoid closing it midway, so the referral stays attached to your sign-up.
  4. Complete the qualifying step the program requires — this is usually a first action such as a verified sign-up, first order, deposit, task or withdrawal, depending on Shutterstock's own terms.
  5. Check your Shutterstock account for the reward. Many programs hold rewards for a verification period before releasing them, so allow the stated waiting time before contacting support.
  6. Once you're in, share your own Shutterstock referral code here so other members can use it — and so you can track how many clicks it gets.

Codes are submitted by community members, so availability and results can vary. Always check the current terms on the official Shutterstock site.

Community Tips for Shutterstock Referrals

Notes shared by members who posted their own Shutterstock referral code here.

  • Shutterstock is a global creative content platform providing access to millions of high-quality images, videos, music, illustrations, vectors, and other creative assets.

    The platform serves individuals, creators, marketers, businesses, advertising agencies, media organizations, filmmakers, editors, and other professionals who need licensed visual and audio content for their projects.

    Shutterstock also provides creative and generative AI solutions designed to help businesses and creators discover, create, edit, and integrate digital content into their workflows.

    With customers across more than 150 countries, Shutterstock provides creative content and tools for a wide range of professional and personal projects.

    Shared by @cutedane

Shutterstock Referral Code FAQs

Does Shutterstock have an affiliate program?

Yes. Shutterstock operates an official Affiliate Program through Impact.

How much does the Shutterstock Affiliate Program pay?

Affiliates earn 20% on new customer purchases, with opportunities for higher commissions as performance grows.

Does Shutterstock's affiliate program have a cookie?

Yes. The official Affiliate Program has a 30-day cookie window.

What affiliate network does Shutterstock use?

Shutterstock uses Impact for affiliate tracking, payments, and partner management.

What is the minimum payout for Shutterstock affiliates?

The current official affiliate program has a $10 monthly minimum before automatic payments begin.

How often does Shutterstock pay affiliates?

Shutterstock pays affiliate commissions monthly.

How are Shutterstock affiliates paid?

Payments are made through PayPal or electronic transfer.

Does Shutterstock provide affiliate marketing materials?

Yes. Affiliates can access banners, text links, search boxes, promotional materials, and other tools.

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