We have made some exciting new updates on how you upload vectors to Shutterstock.
Starting on April 8, 2019, we will require the dimensions of your EPS files to be at least 4 megapixels. We will be measuring the dimensions of the bounding box around your art - not the dimensions of your artboard. We have also increased the EPS file size limit for uploading vectors to 50MB, making uploading vectors and earning money easier than ever.
Starting on April 10, 2019, Shutterstock will automatically create a JPG for your vectors. You will no longer need to provide a JPG when you upload.
Here are the details on this new release:
On April 8, 2019, all EPS files will have to be at least 4 MP.
On April 10, 2019, a JPG will automatically be created for your vectors when you upload.
The new EPS file size maximum is now 50MB.
Your JPG preview will be rasterized to the dimensions of your EPS .
If you save your EPS in RGB mode with CMYK PostScript, your JPG preview will be rendered in CMYK mode. This may result in some slight color-shifting. Therefore, we recommend you to not include the CMYK PostScript in your RGB files.
Your vectors will still be available for sale as JPGs. This process is being updated to make uploading easier than ever as contributors with Shutterstock. We can’t wait to see what content you upload next.
If you have any questions regarding this release, please email
submit@shutterstock.com
Shutterstock Contributor Support Team