=== Image Alt Setter ===
Contributors: dhrumilk
Donate link: https://buymeacoffee.com/dhrumilk
Tags: image alt setter, image alt, image alternative text, alternative text, set alt text
Requires at least: 5.2
Tested up to: 6.9
Requires PHP: 5.6
Stable tag: 1.4
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Sets the alternative text for all images in WordPress if not available.

== Description ==

Image Alt Setter is a lightweight and powerful WordPress plugin that automatically sets missing image alternative text (ALT text) across your website.

ALT text is critical for website accessibility, SEO rankings, and overall content optimization. However, many WordPress websites contain hundreds or even thousands of images without proper alternative text. Manually updating them can be time-consuming and frustrating.

This plugin solves that problem instantly.

Image Alt Setter automatically detects images that do not have alternative text and assigns the image title as the ALT text. This ensures that every image on your website has meaningful alternative text without requiring manual effort.

Perfect for bloggers, agencies, WooCommerce stores, news websites, and SEO professionals.

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= Why ALT Text Is Important =

Alternative text is essential for:

• Improving WordPress SEO  
• Helping search engines understand your images  
• Increasing visibility in Google Image Search  
• Enhancing website accessibility for screen readers  
• Improving user experience for visually impaired visitors  
• Supporting WCAG accessibility guidelines  

Search engines rely heavily on ALT text to understand image context. Missing ALT attributes can negatively affect your SEO performance and accessibility score.

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= Key Features =

= Automatic ALT Text Assignment =
Automatically sets alternative text for images that do not already have ALT text.

= Uses Image Title as ALT Text =
The plugin intelligently uses the image title to generate relevant and descriptive alternative text.

= Improves SEO Performance =
Optimized images help boost:
• Search rankings  
• Image search visibility  
• Organic traffic  
• Content relevance  

= Accessibility Friendly =
Ensures your website meets accessibility best practices by preventing empty ALT attributes.

= Works with Existing Media Library =
Applies to images already uploaded in your WordPress Media Library.

= Lightweight & Fast =
No heavy scripts. No unnecessary database load. Designed for performance and compatibility.

= Compatible with All Themes =
Works seamlessly with:
• Gutenberg Block Editor  
• Classic Editor  
• Page builders  
• WooCommerce  
• Popular SEO plugins  

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= Who Should Use This Plugin? =

• Bloggers and content creators  
• SEO specialists  
• WordPress agencies  
• eCommerce store owners  
• Affiliate marketers  
• Website owners focused on accessibility compliance  

If your website contains images without ALT text, this plugin is a must-have.

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= How It Works =

1. Install and activate the plugin.
2. The plugin automatically checks images.
3. If ALT text is missing, it assigns the image title as alternative text.
4. Done — no manual configuration required.

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= SEO Benefits of Image Alt Setter =

• Prevents missing ALT attributes  
• Improves on-page SEO  
• Enhances image indexing  
• Supports accessibility standards  
• Strengthens overall content optimization  

Optimized images contribute to higher search engine visibility and better website performance.

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Image Alt Setter is the simplest way to ensure every image on your WordPress website has proper alternative text — automatically.

Install now and improve your website’s SEO and accessibility in seconds.

== Installation ==
Follow the instructions to install this plugin on your WordPress website.

Ex.

1. Upload to the `wp-content/plugins/` directory.
2. Activate the plugin through the \'Plugins\' menu in WordPress.
3. Enjoy!

== Changelog ==
= 1.4 – Feb 25th, 2026 =
* Donate Link Added.

= 1.3 – Dec 22th, 2025 =
* Tested with the latest WordPress version 6.9.

= 1.2 – Mar 12th, 2025 =
* Tested with the latest WordPress version 6.7.2.

= 1.1 – Jun 13th, 2024 =
* Tested with the latest WordPress version 6.5.

= 1.0 - Sep 25th, 2023 = 
* First release