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Shutterstock to pay $35 million to settle US FTC charges

Published Wednesday, May 13, 2026 · Updated May 14

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Shutterstock has agreed to pay $35 million to settle charges brought by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission. The settlement addresses accusations that the company misled consumers regarding its subscription plans, concealed automatic renewals, and created difficulties for users attempting to cancel their services.

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  • Shutterstock will pay $35 million to settle U.S. Federal Trade Commission charges.
  • The settlement resolves accusations that Shutterstock misled consumers about subscription plans, concealed automatic renewals, and made cancellations difficult.

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    Shutterstock will pay $35 million to settle U.S. Federal Trade Commission charges that it misled consumers about its subscription plans and made cancellations difficult. The settlement resolves accusations of concealing automatic renewals and imposing obstacles to cancellation.

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