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Shutterstock requires passport to register...

I'm very new here and don't have any pictures yet, but it's coming.
I have a question about Shutterstock registration. They require a copy of the passport to protect from fraud and illegal activities.
Anybody familar with it ?
Is it ok to register ?

Thanks!

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January 02, 2007

When I joined shutterstock they didn't require the passport, but I think it was added later.

Shutterstock is a good microstock agency; they have always paid me promptly each month and do not demand that their photographers place images exclusively with them. Only issue is acceptance/rejection of your photos can somewhat seem arbitrary, depends on the particular inspector looking at your photos at the time.

My referal code for shutterstock is:
http://submit.shutterstock.com/?ref=9126

(full disclosure: I would gain a referral commission if you sell photos through shutterstock, but no cost to you).

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January 02, 2007

their requirement is a little unusual.
Passport is like a social security number.
So, do you think it's ok to send a copy of the passport ?

Thanks!
Zal

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January 02, 2007

Thanks,
Zal

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January 03, 2007