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Our go-to source for free stock photos
July 14, 2022

Our go-to source for free stock photos

Josh Bender | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User

Overall Satisfaction with Pixabay

Pixabay's free stock photos complement the content we publish on our blog. Each new article can require several images that match the theme and topic, and we turn to Pixabay to source these images. Almost all blogs rely on stock photos at least some of the time, and Pixabay has been our go-to source for a decade.
  • Fast image search
  • Wide variety of images
  • Decent quality photos
  • Increase threshold of image quality submitted by photographers.
  • Provide downloads in several preset dimensions.
  • Filter images by photographer experience (to reduce lower quality results).
  • Wider range of images on some themes.
  • Easy to use interface
  • High resolution photo quality
  • Peace of mind with image licensing
  • Reduce time required to source new images.
  • Improved article publication turnaround time.
  • Increased client satisfaction.
Pixabay has a few key features that stand out. The search results load fast, with an easy user interface and advanced filtering options. I often travel as I work, and at times my internet connection can be slow or unstable. Even on a slower connection, the search results are snappy. If a search term is too broad, it can recommend related keywords to search for - this helps to find the right image faster. Each photo contains additional metadata (such as keywords, camera make & model) which helps to better identify the context of the image.

Do you think Pixabay delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with Pixabay's feature set?

Yes

Did Pixabay live up to sales and marketing promises?

Yes

Did implementation of Pixabay go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy Pixabay again?

Yes

We receive content from various contributors and must find matching images that have appropriate licenses. Photography copyright is a significant risk for online publishers with potentially harsh penalties. Pixabay is a reliable partner, as well knows the specific licensing requirements which are easy to follow. Pixabay reduces the risk significantly. While the range and quality of images are very good, they do not compare to paid stock photo libraries, as one would expect. If you need a highly specific image, then there is a chance it might not be on Pixabay, but it's always worth a check.