Description
GistMag Alt Text Generator helps you automatically generate high-quality alternative text for images in your WordPress media library.
It uses the GistMag API to create descriptive, SEO-friendly alt text that improves accessibility for screen readers and helps search engines better understand your images.
Key features:
- Auto-generate alt text on image upload
- Generate alt text manually for individual images
- Bulk alt text generation for existing media library images
- Multiple modes: Short, Long, and SEO-optimized alt text
- Works in the Media Library list and grid views
- Usage statistics so you can track how many images you’ve processed
You will need a free GistMag account and API key to use this plugin.
Installation
- Upload the plugin folder to the
/wp-content/plugins/directory, or install it through the WordPress Plugins screen. - Activate the plugin through the Plugins screen in WordPress.
- Go to GistMag ATG in the WordPress admin sidebar to enter your API key and configure settings.
FAQ
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Do I need an API key?
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Yes. You can create a free GistMag account and get your API key from the GistMag dashboard.
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Will this overwrite existing alt text?
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By default, the plugin will not overwrite existing alt text unless you explicitly run the bulk generator or manual generator on those images.
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Does this store my images?
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Images are processed securely by the GistMag API to generate alt text. They are not stored permanently; they are only used for the purpose of generating descriptions.
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Does this work with WooCommerce?
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Yes. The plugin works with any images in your Media Library, including product images used by WooCommerce.
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Contributors & Developers
“GistMag Alt Text Generator” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.
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Changelog
1.0.0
- Initial release.