AI Image Generation FAQ

Everything you need to know about our AI-powered image generation service

200
SD Images/Month
Beginner Plan ($99)
500
SD Images/Month
Brand Operator Plan ($299)
3
Resolution Options
SD, 2K, 4K Quality
24/7
Available
Instant Generation
Resolution Guide

Understanding Image Quality & Credits

Different resolutions consume different amounts of credits

SD Quality

Standard Definition

Credit Cost1x
Beginner Plan200 images
Brand Operator Plan500 images

Perfect for web use and social media

2K Quality

High Definition

Credit Cost1x
Beginner Plan200 images
Brand Operator Plan500 images

Great for product pages and marketing materials

4K Quality

Ultra HD

Credit Cost2x
Beginner Plan100 images
Brand Operator Plan250 images

Perfect for print, banners, and hero images

Frequently Asked Questions

Pricing & Plans

Our plans include generous image generation allowances:

Beginner Plan$99/month
  • 200 SD images
  • 200 2K images
  • 100 4K images
Brand Operator Plan$299/month
  • 500 SD images
  • 500 2K images
  • 250 4K images

All numbers shown are for pure usage of a single resolution. You can mix and match resolutions based on your needs.

Higher resolution images require more computational power and processing time. Here's the breakdown:

1x

SD (Standard Definition)

Uses 1x credits per image - ideal for most web and social media uses

1x

2K (High Definition)

Uses 1x credits per image - perfect for product pages and detailed marketing materials

2x

4K (Ultra HD)

Uses 2x credits per image - best for print materials, banners, and hero images

No worries! You have several options:

Purchase Additional Credits

Buy credit packs as needed: 1 USD = 2 Image Credits. Only pay for what you use!

Upgrade Your Plan

Switch to Pro Plan for more monthly credits and better value for high-volume needs.

We'll notify you when you reach 80% and 100% of your monthly allocation.

Image Quality & Features

Choose based on your intended use:

SD Quality - Best For:
  • Social media posts (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter)
  • Email marketing images
  • Blog post thumbnails
  • Website galleries (quick loading)
  • Mobile app content
2K Quality - Best For:
  • Product detail pages
  • Marketing campaign visuals
  • Digital advertisements
  • Professional presentations
  • High-quality web banners
4K Quality - Best For:
  • Hero/header images
  • Print materials (flyers, posters)
  • Large format displays
  • Premium product photography
  • Professional portfolios

Generation speed varies by resolution:

SD Quality~5-10 seconds
2K Quality~15-20 seconds
4K Quality~25-35 seconds

Times may vary based on server load and image complexity. All generations happen in the background, so you can continue working!

Yes! You can regenerate images as many times as you need. Each generation uses credits from your monthly allocation.

Pro Tips:

  • Refine your prompts for better first-time results
  • Save variations to compare before committing
  • Use our prompt builder for optimized prompts
  • Each regeneration at the same resolution costs the same credits

All generated images can be downloaded in multiple formats:

PNG (Default)

Lossless quality, transparent backgrounds, best for web and editing

JPEG

Smaller file size, ideal for photos and web optimization

WebP

Modern format, excellent compression and quality balance

SVG (Limited)

Available for simple graphics and icons only

Usage & Management

Monthly plan credits reset at the beginning of each billing cycle and don't roll over. However:

Purchased Credit Packs

Any additional credits you purchase (1$ = 2 Image credits) never expire and can be used at any time, even if you downgrade or cancel your subscription.

Smart Tip

If you consistently have credits left over, consider the Beginner Plan. If you're always running out, the Brand Operator Plan offers better value per image!

Absolutely! Batch generation is perfect for creating multiple variations or different products at once.

Single Prompt, Multiple Variations

Generate up to 10 variations of the same prompt at once

Perfect for A/B testing different options

Batch Processing

Upload a CSV with multiple prompts and generate them all

Great for product catalogs and campaigns

Bulk jobs are processed in the background. You'll receive a notification when complete!

We provide comprehensive usage tracking:

Real-Time Dashboard

View your current usage, remaining credits, and breakdown by resolution

Usage History

Detailed logs of every generation with timestamps and credit costs

Smart Alerts

Notifications at 50%, 80%, and 100% of monthly allocation

Yes! You have full commercial rights to all generated images.

You can:

  • Use images for commercial purposes
  • Modify and edit images freely
  • Use in products you sell
  • Use across all marketing channels
  • No attribution required (though appreciated!)

Standard restrictions apply: no illegal content, impersonation, or misleading use. See our Terms of Service for full details.

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