Prepare Getty Images submissions with complete metadata.
Drop your photos, add contributor details and image context. ExifInjector generates IPTC captions, keyword sets and copyright fields ready for Getty review.
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What the Getty Images template does
No technical metadata knowledge needed. Fill in what you know about your Getty Images content - ExifInjector handles the rest.
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Adds editorial context
Generates captions and keyword sets aligned with Getty's editorial and creative metadata standards.
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Embeds contributor credit
Writes contributor name, copyright, credit line and usage rights into every image file.
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Streamlines batch review
Process a full shoot or event batch at once so images arrive at Getty ready for review.
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Why Getty Images contributor photo metadata matters
Getty Images is the most stringent major stock platform when it comes to metadata requirements. Submissions with incomplete IPTC captions, missing location data, or inaccurate keywords are rejected during review — regardless of image quality. Complete, accurate metadata is a non-negotiable prerequisite for Getty Images approval, and well-tagged images rank higher in buyer searches and licensing queries.
#1
cause of Getty Images submission rejection is incomplete or inaccurate IPTC metadata, according to contributor forums
5W
Getty requires editorial captions to answer: who, what, when, where, why — all five in the Caption-Abstract field
25–50
keywords per image is Getty's recommended range, with strict accuracy requirements for each term
How to prepare Getty Images submissions with metadata
Upload your submission batch
Drop your Getty Images photos into ExifInjector. Accepts JPEG and TIFF — the formats Getty requires from contributors.
Enter content type and shoot context
Select editorial or creative, enter your contributor name, subject details, event name (for editorial), location, and any model or property release status. This context is critical for generating accurate captions.
AI generates Getty-standard IPTC metadata
For editorial images: captions include who, what, when, where, and why. For creative images: titles focus on concept, mood and commercial use. Both receive 25–50 accurate keywords, contributor name, credit line, copyright, and licensing fields.
Review and submit
Carefully review the generated captions — Getty reviewers fact-check editorial content. Edit as needed, download your files, and submit through Getty's contributor portal with complete metadata already embedded.
Getty Images submissions: with ExifInjector vs without
| Feature | With ExifInjector | Without |
|---|---|---|
| Caption completeness | 5W structure for editorial; concept-driven for creative | Missing or incomplete — leading rejection reason |
| Keyword accuracy | 25–50 accurate, verified keywords per image | Generic or insufficient keywords |
| Location metadata | City, state/province, country embedded | Missing location — rejection risk |
| Contributor credit | Name, credit line, copyright in all required fields | Missing attribution fields |
| Review pass rate | Complete metadata meets Getty's strict standards | Incomplete metadata fails review regardless of quality |
| Buyer search ranking | Image discoverable by subject, concept, location | Low search visibility due to missing metadata |
Frequently asked questions
Updated June 2025What IPTC fields does Getty Images require?
Getty requires: ObjectName (title), Caption-Abstract (5W editorial caption or creative description), Keywords (25–50 accurate terms), Creator (photographer name), Copyright (matching your contributor agreement), Credit (agency or photographer), and for editorial: City, Province-State, Country-Primary-Location. Missing any required field will cause rejection.
What is the difference between Getty editorial and creative metadata?
Editorial submissions require factual captions: who is in the photo, what is happening, when it occurred, where it was taken, and why it is newsworthy. Keywords must be factual. Creative submissions allow more conceptual titles and broader commercial-use keywords. Both require complete contributor and copyright fields.
How do I write a Getty-compliant editorial caption?
A Getty editorial caption follows the 5W format: '[Person name/description] [does what] during [event name] on [date] in [location]. [Optional context sentence]'. Example: 'A competitor crosses the finish line during the Paris Marathon on April 7, 2025 in Paris, France. Over 50,000 runners participated in the annual race.'
Will Getty reject my submission if keywords are inaccurate?
Yes. Getty's review team manually checks keyword quality on a portion of submissions. Using keywords that don't describe the image — or keyword stuffing — can result in rejection and in repeated cases, contributor account review. ExifInjector generates keywords from visual analysis and your provided context to ensure accuracy.
Should I include camera EXIF data in Getty submissions?
Yes. Getty values technical authenticity in contributor submissions. Camera make, model, lens, aperture, ISO, and shutter speed signal that the image is an original photograph. Do not strip technical EXIF data from Getty submissions — it supports the authenticity review process.