=== AltGenAI – AI Image Alt Text Generator ===
Contributors: perfectsemicolon
Tags: alt text, accessibility, seo, ai, images
Requires at least: 6.0
Tested up to: 6.9
Requires PHP: 8.0
Stable tag: 1.0.0
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

AI-powered image alt text generator for WordPress. Works with Block Editor, Classic Editor, Media Library, and bulk processing tools.

== Description ==

AltGenAI generates meaningful alt text for images using artificial intelligence. It helps improve website accessibility and can support SEO by providing accurate image descriptions.

The plugin connects to the AltGenAI cloud API to analyze images and generate alt text.

== Features ==

* Generate alt text from Block Editor image sidebar
* Supports Image and Gallery blocks
* Classic Editor media modal integration
* Media Library single and bulk generation
* Automatic alt text generation on upload (optional)
* Bulk processing for existing images
* Multiple writing styles (descriptive, SEO, concise, accessibility-focused)
* Multi-language support
* Optional SEO keyword integration with popular plugins (Yoast, Rank Math, AIOSEO, SEOPress, etc.)

== External services ==

This plugin uses the AltGenAI cloud API to generate AI-based alt text.

* Service provider: AltGenAI
* API endpoint: https://api.altgenai.com

What data is sent:
When generating alt text, the plugin sends image data or image URL, API key, and user-selected settings (language, style, and optional SEO context) to the external API.

Why:
This data is required to analyze images and generate accurate alt text.

Data handling:
Image data is processed in real-time and is not permanently stored on external servers.

Privacy policy:
https://altgenai.com/privacy

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin folder to `/wp-content/plugins/`
2. Activate the plugin
3. Go to **AltGenAI → Settings**
4. Enter your API key and configure settings
5. Start generating alt text

== Screenshots ==

1. Settings page with API key and configuration options
2. Bulk generation dashboard with progress tracking
3. Block Editor integration (image sidebar panel)
4. Media Library quick actions for alt text generation

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Do I need an API key? =
Yes, an active AltGenAI API key is required.

= What data is sent to the API? =
Image data or image URL, API key, and selected generation settings.

= Does it work offline? =
No. Internet connection is required to use AI generation features.

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial release of AltGenAI