What is Reverse Video Search?
Reverse Image Search technology, like Tineye, Yandex, or Google reverse video search, enables you to search using a reference footage clip instead of keywords. Search by video, iStock’s reverse video search tool, looks at the content and composition of your uploaded clip and finds similar stock videos or images.
Why use Reverse Video Search?
Sometimes it’s easier to show an example than try to describe something with words. Reverse video search helps you:
Use an example image to see similar compositions
Find an original file based on a thumbnail or screenshot
Find stock photographs or images related to a video
Find stock video related to a still image
Find inspiration browsing similar visuals based on a favorite video
Identify products, plants, or animals from a reference clip
How to use iStock’s Reverse Video Search tool
Finding the perfect stock video without keywords using a reference is fast and simple:
Click the “Search by image or video” icon in the right‑hand corner of the search bar.
Drag and drop your reference image into the screen or click “choose a file” to select from your device. Select a frame with the specific content and composition you’re looking for.
iStock will show you video results similar to your upload. Browse the results and find the right match. Click “Image results” at the top of the page to see similar stock photography or illustrations.
Once you’ve found the right stock video or image, add it to a board, click to see more details, or download the file.
