How do I download images?
Learn how to begin downloading from Shutterstock’s vast image library.
Learn how to begin downloading from Shutterstock’s vast image library.
You don’t need to be a subscriber to browse our vast selection of images, and you can even create a collection of your favorites before you decide on a plan. Once you are ready to download the images, you’ll need to choose a subscription plan that fits your needs.
When you download from the image detail page, follow these steps:
If you have an active image plan, you can even license images directly from the search results page:
In some cases, you may choose to download with an Enhanced License. This is a separate transaction/license and won’t use your available Standard License downloads.
If you are downloading from an image collection, the following steps will help you simplify the process.
If you are having trouble locating the file you just downloaded on your computer, check out this article for more tips.
While downloading from our site should be easy, we understand that technical difficulties arise that are often out of your hands. Check out our troubleshooting guide and feel free to contact us if you need any assistance.