Prepare Dreamstime submissions faster with AI metadata.
Drop your stock photos, add contributor details and image context. ExifInjector generates titles, captions, keyword sets and copyright for your Dreamstime batch.
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Dreamstime Contributor Photos
Pre-filled settings for Dreamstime users
What the Dreamstime template does
No technical metadata knowledge needed. Fill in what you know about your Dreamstime content - ExifInjector handles the rest.
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Generates titles and captions
Creates clear IPTC titles and captions from image content and your shoot context.
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Adds contributor credit
Writes contributor name, copyright and credit across the full submission batch.
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Series batch workflow
Tag entire shoot series at once with consistent, reviewable metadata.
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Why Dreamstime stock photo metadata matters
Dreamstime's search and editorial selection system weights metadata completeness heavily. Images with detailed IPTC titles, captions, and keyword lists rank more prominently in buyer searches and are more frequently included in Dreamstime's editorial picks and partner feeds. Dreamstime also applies a level system to contributors — metadata quality contributes to level progression and higher royalty rates.
225M+
files on Dreamstime — complete metadata separates discoverable images from the buried majority
Level system
Dreamstime ranks contributors by quality — metadata consistency influences progression to higher royalty levels
30–50
keywords is Dreamstime's recommended target for maximum search coverage
How to prepare Dreamstime submissions with metadata
Upload your submission batch
Drop your photos into ExifInjector. Dreamstime accepts JPEG, TIFF, EPS, and PNG.
Enter shoot and series context
Add your contributor name, image subject, series or collection theme, location (if applicable), mood, and model release status. Series context helps ExifInjector maintain consistent terminology across related images.
AI generates Dreamstime-style metadata
Each image receives a clear IPTC title, descriptive caption, 30–50 keywords covering subject, composition, mood, and intended use, contributor name, and copyright.
Submit via Dreamstime FTP or portal
Upload processed files to Dreamstime. Pre-filled IPTC data reduces submission form completion time and ensures consistent metadata across your portfolio.
Dreamstime submissions: with ExifInjector vs without
| Feature | With ExifInjector | Without |
|---|---|---|
| Keyword depth | 30–50 per image, subject + mood + use case | 10–15 generic terms typically |
| Caption quality | Descriptive, specific, series-aware captions | Empty or minimal captions |
| Series consistency | Consistent terminology across series batches | Inconsistent manual tagging across series |
| Level progression | Metadata quality supports level advancement | Inconsistent metadata slows progression |
| Contributor credit | Name + copyright embedded per file | No file-level attribution |
Frequently asked questions
Updated June 2025What is Dreamstime's contributor level system?
Dreamstime assigns contributors to levels (1–7) based on portfolio size, image quality, and metadata consistency. Higher levels receive preferential search placement and higher royalty rates. Metadata quality — accurate titles, complete keyword sets, descriptive captions — is one of the factors that influences level advancement.
How should I write titles for Dreamstime submissions?
Dreamstime titles should be descriptive and specific: state the subject, composition, and key attribute. Example: 'Young businesswoman presenting in a modern conference room, side view'. Avoid vague titles like 'Beautiful woman' or 'Business concept'. ExifInjector generates specific titles from visual analysis and your provided subject context.