=== Altpilot – AI Alt Text Generator === Contributors: altpilot Tags: alt, AI Requires at least: 6.3 Tested up to: 6.8 Stable tag: 1.0.2 Requires PHP: 7.4 License: GPLv2 or later License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html AI Alt-Text Generator – Optimized for SEO and Accessibility – AltPilot == Description == **Save time, improve SEO, and boost accessibility** – all with automated, high-quality **alt text** for your images. **AltPilot** uses advanced AI to instantly generate accurate, multilingual **alt-text** for every image on your WordPress site. No coding, no setup, no API key required. With one click or fully automated mode, AltPilot works in the background to ensure your images are always optimized for **SEO** and **accessibility** – in over **130 languages**. Perfect for agencies, bloggers, shops, and anyone who wants to generate compliant, keyword-optimized **image alt text** – fast and at scale. == Key Features == * Automatically creates alt-texts, image titles, and descriptions * AI-powered alt-text generator * Fully automated – set and forget * Supports 130+ languages * No coding or API key required * Free trial with 25 images included * Add custom SEO keywords to improve search rankings * Works with all WordPress themes and page builders * Bulk alt-text generation for existing images * Built for agencies, freelancers, and businesses * Saves an average of 5+ hours per week == Designed for Real-World Use == * ✅ Improve accessibility with meaningful alt text * ✅ Enhance on-page SEO with keyword-optimized descriptions * ✅ Meet WCAG standards with no extra effort * ✅ Scale easily across multiple websites == Who Is It For? == AltPilot is built for: * Agencies managing client websites * Content creators and bloggers * WooCommerce and shop owners * Anyone looking to automate SEO and accessibility tasks == Save Time. Stay Compliant. Boost SEO & Accessibility. == Let AltPilot handle your alt-text, so you can focus on what matters. **Install now** and generate perfect alt text — automatically. **Try 25 images for free** – no signup traps – no payment required. == Frequently Asked Questions == = How accurate is the AI-generated alt text? = AltPilot uses a powerful GPT-Mini model to produce context-aware image descriptions. You can further refine results by adding custom prompts and SEO keywords to ensure optimal alignment with your content goals. = Is there a free trial available? = Yes — you get **25 free credits** without needing a credit card. Test it first; upgrade only if you're satisfied. = Do you offer bulk generation? = Absolutely — bulk alt text generation is a core feature. You can generate alt texts for hundreds of images in seconds, ideal for agencies, large sites, or e-commerce. = How does Pay-as-you-Go work? = You begin with 25 free credits (1 image = 1 credit). After that, you can top up credits at low rates (e.g. $0.006 per image). There’s no subscription — just pay for what you use. = Can I use AltPilot on multiple or client sites? = Yes — AltPilot supports unlimited sites. You can generate separate API keys per site or use one key across multiple sites. Keys allow labeling, organization, and setting custom credit limits for project control. = What languages do you support? = AltPilot supports **over 130 languages** and integrates well with multilingual plugins like WPML and Polylang. You can even generate alt texts in multiple languages simultaneously. = Is it easy to connect my website? = Super easy. Generate your API key in the AltPilot dashboard, then paste it into the plugin settings in WordPress. That’s it — setup is done in under 30 seconds. = Can I add SEO keywords to the generated text? = Yes — you can include SEO keywords and custom prompts to guide the alt text generation. This ensures the results are both accessible *and* optimized for search engines. = Is it difficult to connect the API key? = Not at all. Just click “Create API” in your AltPilot dashboard, then copy and paste the key into your WordPress plugin. The whole process takes seconds. = Is AltPilot GDPR compliant? = Yes — AltPilot does **not** transmit or store any personal data. Their servers are located in Germany (EU), and data protection is a priority. == Installation == 1. Install using the WordPress built-in Plugin installer, or Extract the zip file and drop the contents in the `wp-content/plugins/` directory of your WordPress installation. 2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress. 3. Go to the plugin settings and paste your API key to connect to the AltPilot service. == Minimum Requirements == * WordPress 6.3 or greater * PHP version 7.4 or greater * MySQL version 5.0 or greater == Recommended Hosting Requirements == * WordPress 6.8 or greater * PHP version 8.2 or greater * MySQL version 8.0 or greater OR MariaDB version 10.4 or greater. * Nginx or Apache with mod_rewrite module * WordPress Memory limit of 64 MB or greater (128 MB or higher is preferred) * HTTPS support == Screenshots == 1. Screenshot screenshot-1.jpg == Changelog == = 1.0.2 = * Fixed default language display issue in settings. * Fixed minor UI bugs in settings page. = 1.0.1 = * Minimal supported WordPress version is now 6.3. * Minimal supported PHP version is now 7.4. = 1.0.0 = * Initial release of the AltPilot plugin. == Upgrade Notice = = 1.0.2 = * Fixed default language display issue in settings. * Fixed minor UI bugs in settings page. = 1.0.1 = * Minimal supported WordPress version is now 6.3. * Minimal supported PHP version is now 7.4. = 1.0.0 = * Initial release of the AltPilot plugin. Source code is available in the /source directory of the plugin.