Microstock Metadata Best Practices
Describe the specific subject, action, context, and mood. Avoid generic filler words or keyword stuffing. Stock algorithms penalize repetitive unnatural phrases.
Adobe Stock and Shutterstock heavily prioritize the first 5 to 10 keywords. Animateboss automatically puts your primary subjects and core concepts first.
All exported CSV files are sanitized against spreadsheet formula injection triggers (=, +, -, @), protecting your desktop spreadsheet applications.
When using the "Embed Metadata" feature, titles, descriptions, and tags are directly written into image headers for 1-click batch upload across FTP agencies.
Supported Platform Specifications
Concise, natural description. The first 5-10 keywords are heavily prioritized by Adobe search algorithm.
Shutterstock requires at least 5 words in description and no trademarked words.
Freepik prioritizes clear and concise titles that reflect real user search queries.
Concise descriptive title. Keep title under 100 characters.
Technical specifications, subject movement, angle, resolution.
Standard CSV format compatible with spreadsheet applications and custom pipelines.