Stock Photo Keywords & AI Metadata Generator

Q: What is PhotoTager and how does it work?

PhotoTager is an AI metadata generator designed for stock photographers and videographers. It automatically creates SEO-optimized titles, descriptions, and keywords for your photos and videos. Our context-aware AI uses your own shoot notes to deliver ultra-accurate metadata tailored for top platforms, helping your work get discovered.

Q: Who is PhotoTager for?

PhotoTager is built for creators who want to spend more time shooting and less time tagging. It's ideal for professional stock photographers, videographers, and metadata specialists who submit content to major platforms like iStock, Getty Images, Shutterstock, and Adobe Stock.

Q: How does your pricing work?

We have no subscriptions and operate on a simple pay-what-you-use model. Metadata generation costs credits: - Image Title & Description: 0.02 credits - Image Keywords: 0.02 credits - Video Title & Description: 0.06 credits - Video Keywords: 0.06 credits 1 credit = $1 USD. Credits never expire and can be purchased in packs of $5, $25 (+20% bonus) or $100 (+30% bonus). New accounts start with $2 of free credits.

Q: What is your refund policy?

All credit package purchases are final and non-refundable. We encourage new users to take advantage of our $2 trial to ensure PhotoTager fits your workflow before buying a larger credit package.

Q: What file types do you support?

We support all common media formats. Images: jpg, jpeg, png, gif, webp Videos: mp4, avi, mov, wmv

Q: Do you use my data to train your AI?

Absolutely not. We guarantee that your images, videos, and any associated data are never used for training our AI models. Your content remains your own.

How PhotoTager works

Not just one AI call

Most keyword generators send your photo to a chatbot and paste back what it says. PhotoTager starts from what only you know, adds three steps on top, and we explain all of them in the open.

Your context: what the AI can't see

AI sees pixels, not facts. One line like "bridal shower" or "Lake Bled, Slovenia" adds the event, place or name buyers search for, and it's used in the titles, the similarity map and the iStock model.

Keywords iStock actually accepts

Getty and iStock only work with their controlled vocabulary. We match every AI keyword to its 20,633 terms. In a real test, only 3 of 44 AI keywords were valid as written, and 21 after matching.

A similarity map for the words you'd miss

For every vocabulary keyword we precomputed its 20 closest keywords by meaning, so related search terms are suggested in milliseconds, with no extra AI call.

✓ lake bled× blue✓ julian alps+ alpine

Export to

A fine-tuned iStock model, then your review

Our own fine-tuned model looks at the photo again and picks the final iStock keywords. You review every image with one-click add and remove, then export to any agency.

See all 8 steps with a real example →

Simple yet powerful

Experience the intuitive interface that makes photo management effortless. From upload to export, every step is designed with photographers in mind.

Easy to Use UI

Start your keywording process in seconds. Drag and drop entire project folders directly into PhotoTager. Our system intelligently preserves your folder structure, preparing all your images and videos for efficient batch processing.

→ Upload Entire Shoots: Save hours by dragging and dropping complete folders at once.
→ Smart Organization: Your existing folder structure is automatically maintained for you.
→ Live Progress Tracking: Watch your files upload in real-time, so you always know the status.

Review & Perfect Your Metadata

Our intuitive editor gives you the final say. Quickly review AI-generated keywords and descriptions, make powerful bulk edits across your entire project, or fine-tune individual titles with precision.

→ Powerful Bulk Editing: Instantly add, remove, or replace keywords on hundreds of files at once.
→ AI Smart Suggestions: Discover high-value related keywords to increase discoverability.
→ Total Creative Control: Reorder keywords, ensuring your most important tags are prioritized.

Export Keywords & Metadata Seamlessly

Your metadata, ready for any destination. Download a single CSV file with keywords and descriptions formatted for instant upload to stock photo sites like Getty Images or Alamy. Alternatively, embed IPTC metadata directly into your Images for Universal compatibility.

→ Platform-Ready CSVs: Generate files optimized for any stock photo agency’s import tool.
→ Embed IPTC Data: Write your generated image keywords and titles directly into your Images.
→ Universal Workflow: Perfect for any stock platform or your personal Digital Asset Management (DAM).

Context-Aware AI in action

See how a simple note transforms generic AI output into accurate, highly searchable metadata. How to write good context →

Diverse women celebrating indoors with balloons and floral decor

Without vs With Context

One image, three outcomes. Context turns generic text into search-ready metadata.

AI title

“Diverse Group of Women Conversing at an Indoor Festive Event with Balloons and Floral Decor”

“Diverse Women Sharing Laughter and Joy During Bridal Shower Gathering”

“Joyful Singing Group of Diverse Women Celebrating in a Bright, Natural Setting with Lively Atmosphere”

Top keywords

womengrouppartyballoonsindoorsflowerseventdiversity

bridal showerbride-to-beweddingwomenfriendshipcelebrationballoonslaughing

singingfriendscelebratingmusicwomenjoytogethernessdiversity

added because of the context

What changes with context

→ Adds intent terms such as “bridal shower” and “bride‑to‑be”.
→ Boosts relevance for platform searches and buyer queries.
→ Reduces ambiguity from generic party/event phrasing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about PhotoTager

Understanding the Service

What is PhotoTager and how does it work?

PhotoTager is an AI metadata generator designed for stock photographers and videographers. It automatically creates SEO-optimized titles, descriptions, and keywords for your photos and videos. Our context-aware AI uses your own shoot notes to deliver ultra-accurate metadata tailored for top platforms, helping your work get discovered.

Who is PhotoTager for?

PhotoTager is built for creators who want to spend more time shooting and less time tagging. It's ideal for professional stock photographers, videographers, and metadata specialists who submit content to major platforms like iStock, Getty Images, Shutterstock, and Adobe Stock.

Pricing & Billing

How does your pricing work?

We have no subscriptions and operate on a simple pay-what-you-use model. Metadata generation costs credits:

Image Title & Description: 0.02 credits
Image Keywords: 0.02 credits
Video Title & Description: 0.06 credits
Video Keywords: 0.06 credits

1 credit = $1 USD. Credits never expire and can be purchased in packs of $5, $25 (+20% bonus) or $100 (+30% bonus). New accounts start with $2 of free credits.

What happens if I run out of credits?

If your balance is low, you can easily purchase more credits at any time. Simply visit our pricing page to select the credit package that suits your needs. We offer significant discounts on larger packages.

What is your refund policy?

All credit package purchases are final and non-refundable. We encourage new users to take advantage of our $2 trial to ensure PhotoTager fits your workflow before buying a larger credit package.

Usage & Features

What is Context-Aware AI and how does it help me?

This feature is the secret to standout metadata. By providing a simple text note with your images—for example, "Lakhon khol dance in Cambodia"—you give our AI the human context it needs. This transforms a generic description into a rich, culturally-specific title that buyers are actively searching for. It's the most powerful way to boost your visibility.

Can I process multiple files at once?

Yes. Our batch processing feature is designed to make this fast and efficient. You can process up to 500 images or videos at once by grouping similar files into folders. Simply give each folder a clear, descriptive name (e.g., "Jane giving a talk at Tech Summit 2025 in Ljubljana"). When you upload the folders, our AI uses the folder name as the primary context to write smart, accurate, and consistent metadata for every file inside.

What file types do you support?

We support all common media formats.

Images: jpg, jpeg, png, gif, webp

Videos: mp4, avi, mov, wmv

How do I generate Getty Images keywords?

Upload your images, add a short context note (who, what, where), and PhotoTager suggests keywords matched to the Getty Images and iStock controlled vocabulary. Export to CSV or embed into IPTC for fast submissions. See the iStock & Getty Images keyword generator.

Which stock agencies does PhotoTager support?

Adobe Stock, Shutterstock, iStock and Getty Images, and Alamy, where it works as an Alamy tag generator. Each agency has its own CSV export template, and the agency comparison lists their title and keyword limits side by side.

Does it work for videos?

Yes. PhotoTager writes titles, descriptions and keywords for video clips (mp4, avi, mov, wmv) the same way it does for photos. Full metadata for a video costs 0.12 credits.

How do I create stock photo keywords?

Add concise context (subject, action, location) and batch‑generate optimized stock photo keywords in seconds for hundreds of files.

How long should a Shutterstock description be?

At least five words and no more than 150 characters: one English sentence that names the subject, the action and the setting. See our 30 Shutterstock description examples.

Are "image keywords" and "picture keywords" the same?

Yes. They’re synonyms—both refer to the descriptive tags that help buyers discover your images on stock platforms.

Trust & Data Privacy

Are my images and videos stored on your servers?

Your privacy is our priority. We only store your files temporarily to generate the metadata. Once the process is complete, you can and should delete your working files from our system. We do not store your content long-term.

Do you use my data to train your AI?

Absolutely not. We guarantee that your images, videos, and any associated data are never used for training our AI models. Your content remains your own.

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