MicrostockGroup

I'm with you on regex. I've been a PHP developer for a lot of years and it's still hard for me to get my head around. I don't know if iStock has an API, but if they do, it's probably broken! 

Hrm. I should ask support. But then, I do not think I could handle another regex-ion notice.

You can apply for a key now. They will ask you numerous questions about the scope of your project, including a request for several paragraphs worth of details. They also claim to not allow the API key to be used on a public application/project that also displays information about other stock sites. It's strictly regulated, but there's no reason you shouldn't try.

Hi,

Thank you very much for your interest in working with iStockphoto.  We are always looking for new and exciting ways to serve our customers and community.  In order to help us effectively address your inquiry, we would ask you to provide us with the following information;

Please provide us with a 1 page summary outlining the opportunity or proposal.  Please include the  following information:

1.    Indicate if this has to do with advertising, promotions/contests, affiliate programs or reselling/redistribution of our content.

2.    Technological requirements such as API access and development projections.

3.    Brief company history including data pertinent to your query such as your audience size/demographics, sales or impression projections, or internet traffic statistics for your site (if relevant).

4.    Timelines and deadlines.

5.    Contact details including phone number(s).

Please email your response to [email protected].  We will reply to your inquiry within two weeks of receiving it.

Looking forward to your response,

The Business Development Team