Best for contributors who need the keyword count and first positions to stay inside Shutterstock expectations.
Shutterstock
Shutterstock Keywording Tool
Use the Shutterstock keyword tool to generate 7-50 relevance-ordered keywords with a fast preview, spam checks, and editable output.
Eligible new accounts receive 10 free credits. Continue with monthly credit plans or non-expiring one-time credits.
7-50 keyword range
Spam review before export
Free 24h preview
30-second demo
30-second Shutterstock demo
Generate a relevance-ordered keyword list within the 7-50 range.
30-second demo
Drop in a preview
Detect subject and style
Rank keywords by relevance
Export the final list
Live outputDefault metadata
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Upload one image for the secure demo.Sign in: eligible new accounts get 10 free credits, then continue with Stocktag-managed AI throughout the workflow.
Keyword range compliance
Keyword range compliance
Generate keyword sets that respect the 7-50 range while keeping the strongest terms first for search visibility.
Minimum7
Maximum50
Current30
Range statusWithin range
Best fit
Who it is for
The contributors and teams this workflow helps most.
Useful when the real work is cutting weak tags without losing strong subject terms.
Stronger when you want Shutterstock compliance guidance separated from Adobe ranking logic.
Sample output
Preview a real metadata set
Review the output structure before exporting or editing.
Metadata snapshot
30 keywords generated (within 7-50 range)
TitleColorful Vegan Buddha Bowl With Avocado Chickpeas And Roasted Sweet Potato
DescriptionHealthy plant-based bowl with avocado, chickpeas, roasted sweet potato, kale, radish, quinoa, and purple cabbage styled on a wooden table in natural window light.
Keywords
vegan buddha bowlhealthy mealavocadochickpeasroasted sweet potatoquinoakalepurple cabbageradishplant basedcolorful foodlunch bowlclean eatingvegetarianfresh ingredientswellnessbalanced dietwooden tablenatural lightfood stylingmeal prepwhole foodsorganicbowl mealnutritionsuperfoodhealthy lifestylefork and napkinwindow lightappetizing
- Relevance scoring helps you trim to the final count.
CSV preview
Ready to exportfilename,title,description,keywords Ultrarealistic_stock_photo_2k_202602051703_2.webp,Colorful Vegan Buddha Bowl With Avocado Chickpeas And Roasted Sweet Potato,"Healthy plant-based bowl with avocado, chickpeas, roasted sweet potato, kale, radish, quinoa, and purple cabbage styled on a wooden table in natural window light.",vegan buddha bowl; healthy meal; avocado; chickpeas; roasted sweet potato; quinoa; kale; purple cabbage; radish; plant based; colorful food; lunch bowl; clean eating; vegetarian; fresh ingredients; wellness; balanced diet; wooden table; natural light; food styling; meal prep; whole foods; organic; bowl meal; nutrition; superfood; healthy lifestyle; fork and napkin; window light; appetizing
Relevance snapshot
vegan buddha bowl98%
healthy meal94%
avocado91%
chickpeas88%
roasted sweet potato86%
How it works
Stay inside Shutterstock keyword rules
Balance keyword count, relevance, and spam risk
Shutterstock's contributor help sets the range: at least 7 and at most 50 keywords per file, and it treats repeated or irrelevant keywords as spam. Quality matters more than volume, so the tool puts the terms most likely to match what buyers search for first.
Use relevance ordering to keep your first keywords focused on subject, commercial use case, and clear context, then remove repetitive or unsupported variants before export.
From free preview to batch export
Visitors get one secure live run every 24 hours to test output quality before creating an account.
After signup, eligible new accounts get 10 free credits for batch processing, the Shutterstock CSV export, and full titles and descriptions; after that you continue with a monthly credit plan or non-expiring one-time credits. To research Shutterstock keyword trends, use Market Intelligence.
- Review weak or spammy keywords before export
- Keep the final set inside the 7-50 range
- Use batch export once the workflow is stable
FAQ
Answers to common questions
Quick details before you try the demo.
Can I use this as a free Shutterstock keyword generator?
Yes. You can run one secure guest preview every 24 hours, check the keyword order, and then continue into the full workflow after signup.
How many keywords should I submit?
Shutterstock accepts 7 to 50 keywords per file. The demo returns a relevance-ordered list inside that range, and you can trim it to your target count.
Is the list ordered by relevance?
Yes. Keywords are ordered so the most relevant terms appear first.
Can I edit the list before export?
Yes. Review and adjust the keywords before exporting to your Shutterstock workflow.
Do I need an account to preview?
No. You can run one secure 30-second guest demo every 24 hours before creating an account.
Where do I check Shutterstock keyword trends?
Use Market Intelligence when you want broader Shutterstock keyword trends and seasonal planning. The keyword tool itself focuses on drafting and reviewing the keyword set.
Can I remove spammy keywords before export?
Yes. Review every list before export: remove repetitive stems, low-value variants, and unsupported terms before you finalize the 7-50 keyword set. Shutterstock's contributor help counts repeated or irrelevant keywords as spam.
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