istock-downloader

iStock Downloader — Coming Soon (Browser Extension)

Download licensed iStock photos, vectors, illustrations, video clips, and audio files directly from your browser. This extension is currently in development and has not been released yet.

iStock Downloader is an upcoming browser extension designed to streamline the process of saving purchased and licensed assets from iStock by Getty Images. Instead of navigating through multiple download dialogs and managing individual file fetches across sessions, the extension will integrate directly into the iStock browsing experience and let you batch-download your licensed content in one efficient workflow.

• Download purchased iStock photos, illustrations, and vectors in available resolutions
• Save licensed video clips and audio tracks from your iStock account
• Batch-download multiple licensed assets without repeated manual steps
• Organize downloads by project, collection, or media type
• Designed for Chrome, Edge, Brave, Opera, Firefox, and other Chromium browsers

Status

This extension is not yet available for download. Development is in progress and a release date has not been announced. Sign up below to get notified when it launches.

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Links

• :hourglass_flowing_sand: Waitlist: Coming Soon — Sign Up
• :question: Help center: SERP Help
• :bulb: Request features: GitHub Issues

Preview

Table of Contents

• Why iStock Downloader
• Planned Features
• How It Will Work
• Expected Formats
• Who It's For
• Use Cases We're Building For
• FAQ
• License
• Notes
• About iStock

Why iStock Downloader

iStock offers millions of stock assets across photos, vectors, illustrations, video, and audio, but managing downloads after purchase can be tedious. Each asset requires its own download action, resolution selection, and file-save step. If you have purchased a large set of images for a campaign or a batch of video clips for a project, retrieving them one at a time adds friction that slows down creative work.

iStock Downloader is being built to sit inside the browser and detect your licensed assets on iStock pages. The goal is to let you select one or many files from your purchase history, choose the resolution or format you need, and pull them all down to a local folder without repeating the same click-through process for every single asset. It keeps the entire workflow inside the browser tab where you already browse and license content.

Planned Features

• One-click download of licensed iStock photos, vectors, and illustrations
• Video clip and audio track downloading for multimedia projects
• Batch selection to download multiple assets from a single purchase history page
• Resolution and size picker that surfaces every option tied to your license tier
• Automatic file naming using asset titles and iStock identifiers
• Download queue that processes files sequentially so the browser stays responsive
• Collection-aware grouping so assets from the same board stay organized on disk
• Cross-browser compatibility targeting Chrome, Edge, Brave, and Firefox

How It Will Work

1. Install the extension once it is released.
2. Open iStock in your browser and sign in to your account.
3. Navigate to your download history, a lightbox, or supported pages showing licensed assets.
4. The extension detects available assets and displays a download panel.
5. Select individual files or use batch-select to check multiple assets at once.
6. Choose your preferred resolution, size, or file type for each selection.
7. Start the download and the extension queues each file in order.
8. Files are saved to your designated local folder, named and organized automatically.

Expected Formats

• Photos and illustrations: JPEG, TIFF, or EPS depending on license and asset type
• Vectors: EPS or AI source files as provided by iStock
• Video clips: MP4 or MOV in the resolution tiers available with your license
• Audio tracks: MP3 or WAV based on the licensing option selected at purchase

Downloaded files will match the original formats and quality levels offered through the iStock platform, preserving full resolution and metadata.

Who It's For

• Graphic designers downloading large batches of stock images for client projects
• Marketing teams pulling licensed visuals for campaigns, ads, and social content
• Video editors sourcing stock footage and audio for productions
• Web developers gathering hero images, icons, and background assets for sites
• Content creators who license media frequently and want a faster retrieval process

Use Cases We're Building For

• Download an entire lightbox of licensed photos before starting a design sprint
• Pull all video clips purchased for a commercial edit into one local folder
• Retrieve high-resolution versions of assets originally downloaded at web size
• Archive licensed audio tracks alongside project files for offline editing
• Batch-download a quarterly allocation of stock images across multiple collections

Security & Scope

• Operates only on the page the user intentionally opens in the active browser tab
• Detects supported playback sources only for user-initiated downloads or exports
• Does not execute page instructions, shell commands, or arbitrary scripts from page content
• Does not follow unrelated links or perform actions outside the active workflow
• Limits support to the named platform, approved embedded contexts, and user-authorized sessions when required

FAQ

When will iStock Downloader be released? A release date has not been set. Sign up at the waitlist link above to be notified as soon as it is available.

Does it download watermarked preview images? No. The extension is designed to work with assets you have already purchased and licensed through your iStock account. It facilitates downloading files you are entitled to, not unlicensed previews.

What license tiers does it support? The extension will surface every resolution and format option that iStock makes available under your specific license, whether that is an Essential or Signature plan.

Will it work with Getty Images as well? The initial release targets iStock specifically. Getty Images integration may be considered for a future update depending on platform compatibility and user demand.

Is it free? Pricing details will be announced closer to launch. SERP extensions typically include a free trial period.

Can I download assets I purchased months ago? Yes, as long as the assets still appear in your iStock download history and remain accessible through your account, the extension will be able to retrieve them.

License

This repository is distributed under the proprietary SERP Apps license in the LICENSE file. Review that file before copying, modifying, or redistributing any part of this project.

Notes

• This extension is in development and is not available for download yet
• Only download content you have purchased and hold a valid license for
• Available resolutions and formats depend on your iStock license tier
• iStock platform changes may affect functionality once released
• An active iStock account and internet connection will be required

About iStock

iStock is a stock media marketplace operated by Getty Images, offering millions of royalty-free photos, illustrations, vectors, video clips, and audio tracks. Users purchase individual assets or subscribe to download plans that grant access to curated libraries of creative and editorial content. While iStock provides a download mechanism for licensed files, it does not offer bulk retrieval or browser-integrated batch tools. iStock Downloader is being built to fill that gap for users who regularly license content and want a more efficient way to collect their purchased files.