Envato vs Shutterstock: affiliate programs compared
Side-by-side terms from each company's official page. Listed in alphabetical order, never by what pays us.
| Envato | Shutterstock | |
|---|---|---|
| Commission | $20–$80/month for 3 months, or $120–$500 for annual plans | 20% of new customer purchases (up to $300 per referral) |
| Commission type | Flat bounty | Percent per sale |
| Cookie window | not stated | 30 days |
| Minimum payout | not stated | not stated |
| Payout terms | Monthly via Impact, on the 16th of the month after commissions are earned | Monthly via PayPal or e-transfer |
| Minimum age | not stated | not stated |
| Beginner-friendly | Yes | Not stated |
| Allowed channels | BlogYouTubeNewsletterSocial media | BlogYouTubeNewsletterSocial media |
| Network | impact.com | impact.com |
| How to apply | Through an affiliate network | Through an affiliate network |
| Who can join | Open to creators, influencers, publishers, educators and marketers of all sizes. | Eligibility not stated on the official page. |
| Last checked | ✓ Verified Oct 25, 2026 | ✓ Verified Oct 22, 2026 |
| Official terms | Open ↗ | Open ↗ |
Key differences
- Envato states no audience or traffic minimum (beginner-friendly). Shutterstock may expect an established site or audience; see its eligibility notes.
How to choose
- Start with the product your audience would actually use. A fit with your audience matters more than the commission rate.
- Check that the program allows the place you post, and read its rules on paid ads and coupons.
- You can often join both. Many affiliates promote competing tools and explain who each one suits.
Who pays: each company sets and pays its own commissions and can change its terms at any time. Green Gator Affiliator does not pay, hold or guarantee any earnings. Confirm current terms on each official page before you apply. New to this? Read affiliate marketing basics.
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