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IMDbOT vs shutterstock

Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.

APIIMDbOTNEW—shutterstockNEW—
Uptime · 30d
Uptime · 90d—%—%
Uptime · 30d—%—%
P50 · ms——
P95 · ms——
AuthnoneapiKey
CORSyesyes
HTTPSyesyes
Card requirednono
Commercial useunclearunclear
Data licenseUnverifiedUnverified
Free tierFree — limits not publishedFree tier — API key required
Rate limitUnpublishedUnpublished
In directory since2026-07-052026-07-05
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IMDbOT vs shutterstock: common questions

Which is more reliable, IMDbOT or shutterstock?

On our scheduled checks, shutterstock leads on measured uptime — IMDbOT at —% versus shutterstock at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.

Do IMDbOT and shutterstock need an API key?

IMDbOT needs no key, while shutterstock requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for IMDbOT first.

Can I call IMDbOT and shutterstock from the browser?

Yes — both IMDbOT and shutterstock send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.

Are IMDbOT and shutterstock free for commercial use?

IMDbOT has unclear commercial terms, and shutterstock has unclear commercial terms. We track service terms and the data license as separate fields — see the Commercial use and Data license rows above, and confirm both before shipping either in a paid product.