Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our AI alt text generator

General Questions

What is alt text and why is it important?

Alt text (alternative text) is a description of an image that appears when the image cannot be displayed and is read by screen readers for visually impaired users. It's crucial for web accessibility and SEO, helping search engines understand your images and improving your site's search rankings.

Is this tool completely free?

Yes! Our alt text generator is 100% free with no limits on usage. You don't need to sign up, subscribe, or pay anything. We believe accessibility tools should be available to everyone.

What's the difference between signing in and using the tool anonymously?

The tool works exactly the same whether you're signed in or not. Signing in only allows you to view your generation history across devices and sessions. It's completely optional.

How long should alt text be?

Generally, alt text should be concise but descriptive - typically under 125 characters. Our tool allows you to customize the maximum length from 50 to 200 characters based on your needs.

Functionality & Features

How does your AI alt text generator work?

Our AI analyzes the visual content of your images using advanced computer vision technology. It identifies objects, people, settings, actions, and context to generate descriptive, SEO-optimized alt text that's both accessible and search-engine friendly.

Can I generate alt text in languages other than English?

Absolutely! We support over 130 languages. Simply select your preferred language in the customization options, and our AI will generate alt text in that language.

How accurate is the AI-generated alt text?

Our AI is highly accurate and continuously improving. However, we always recommend reviewing and editing the generated alt text to ensure it perfectly matches your content's context and purpose.

Can I edit the generated alt text?

Yes! After generation, you can easily edit any alt text to better fit your specific needs. You can also regenerate alt text with different customization options.

Can I use custom keywords in the alt text?

Yes! You can add custom keywords in the customization panel. Our AI will naturally incorporate these keywords into the generated alt text for better SEO targeting.

What's the best tone for alt text?

The best tone depends on your website and audience. We offer Professional (formal business language), Casual (friendly conversational), Technical (precise terminology), and Creative (engaging descriptions) options.

Technical & Privacy

What image formats do you support?

We support all major image formats including PNG, JPG/JPEG, GIF, WebP, AVIF, and SVG. Maximum file size is 16MB per image.

Do you store my images?

We prioritize your privacy. Images are processed securely and are not permanently stored on our servers. Signed-in users can access their generation history, but images and alt text can be deleted at any time.