AI Featured Image Generator Reviews, Downloads & Maintenance

AI Featured Image Generator is a WordPress plugin that adds a “Generate Featured Image” button to your post editor. When clicked, it uses AI image generation APIs to create a unique featured image based on your post title, selected style, and optional custom prompt.

Features

Generate featured images using OpenAI Models (GPT Image 1 and GPT Image 1 Mini)
Custom prompt input for fine-tuning image generation
Multiple style presets (Realistic, Artistic, Cartoon, Sketch, Watercolor, 3D Render, Pixel Art, Cyberpunk, Fantasy, Anime, Minimalist, Technicolor)
Configurable image sizes (Square, Portrait, Landscape)
Output format selection (WebP, PNG, JPEG) with WebP as default
Image quality control (1-100) for both global settings and individual posts/pages
AI model selection (GPT Image 1 Standard or GPT Image 1 Mini for faster/cheaper generation)
Works with both Gutenberg and Classic editors
Multisite support
Translation ready
Option to allow or disallow text, captions, or words in generated images

Requirements

WordPress 5.8 or higher
PHP 7.4 or higher
OpenAI API key

External Services

This plugin connects to OpenAI’s API to generate AI-powered images for your WordPress posts and pages. This service is required for the core functionality of generating featured images.

What data is sent and when:
– Your post title and content are sent to OpenAI’s API when you generate a featured image
– Any custom prompt you provide is sent to the API
– Your OpenAI API key is used for authentication with each request
– Image generation requests are sent to OpenAI’s servers when you click the “Generate Featured Image” button

Service Provider:
This service is provided by OpenAI: Terms of Service, Privacy Policy

Data Usage:
– Your post content and prompts are processed by OpenAI’s AI models to generate images
– Generated images are stored in your WordPress media library
– No personal data is stored by OpenAI beyond what’s necessary for API processing
– You are responsible for ensuring your content complies with OpenAI’s usage policies

Installation

Upload the ai-featured-image-generator folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory
Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress
Go to Settings AI Featured Image to configure your API key and other settings

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an API key?

Yes, you need an OpenAI API key to use this plugin. You can get one by signing up at OpenAI’s website.

How much does it cost?

The plugin itself is free, but you’ll need to pay for API usage according to OpenAI’s pricing. Check their website for current rates.

Can I use a different AI image API?

Currently, the plugin only supports OpenAI Models. Support for other AI providers may be added in future versions.

Is there a limit to how many images I can generate?

The limit depends on your OpenAI API plan and quota. The plugin generates one image per request.

What styles are available?

The plugin supports 12 different artistic styles:
– None: No specific style applied
– Realistic: Photographic, lifelike images
– Artistic: Painterly, artistic interpretations
– Cartoon: Animated, cartoon-style images
– Sketch: Detailed sketch drawings
– Watercolor: Beautiful watercolor paintings
– 3D Render: High-quality 3D rendered images
– Pixel Art: Retro pixel art style
– Cyberpunk: Vibrant cyberpunk aesthetic
– Fantasy: Magical fantasy art style
– Anime: Detailed anime/manga style
– Minimalist: Clean, minimalist designs
– Technicolor: Vivid, colorful technicolor style

What output formats are supported?

The plugin supports three output formats:
– WebP (Default): Best compression and quality balance
– PNG: Lossless format, good for graphics with sharp edges
– JPEG: Widely compatible, good for photographs

How does quality control work?

You can control image quality from 1 (lowest) to 100 (highest):
– Global setting: Set default quality in Settings AI Featured Image
– Per-post control: Override quality for individual post/pages in the metabox
– Higher quality produces larger file sizes but better image detail
– Default quality is set to 90 for optimal balance

What AI models are available?

The plugin supports two OpenAI models:
– GPT Image 1 (Standard): Default model with consistent, high-quality results
– GPT Image 1 Mini: Faster and more cost-effective, may produce slightly different results

Review feed

WPRaptor

7/27/2025

Good for quick featured images

it really saves your time when you need a good quality featured image quickly.

Screenshots

Settings page
Post/page editor meta box
Generated image preview

Changelog

1.2.1

Fixed compatibility issue with Classic Editor plugin
Improved JavaScript functionality for better editor support
Enhanced meta box rendering for classic editor compatibility

1.2.0

Added output format selection (WebP, PNG, JPEG) with WebP as default
Added image quality control (1-100) for both global settings and individual posts/pages
Added AI model selection (GPT Image 1 Standard vs GPT Image 1 Mini)
Updated image sizes to support current OpenAI API specifications
Enhanced settings page with new quality and model controls
Improved metabox with quality slider and real-time value display
Added comprehensive CSS styling for quality controls
Updated API integration to use quality and model parameters

1.1.0

Improved UI for a smoother experience
Fixed bug that forced text on image when the option is selected
Replaced unfriendly error messages with user-friendly messages
Updated plugin logo from PNG to SVG
Added a “none” style option and set it as the default

1.0.4

Added a loader spinner icon
Improved UI styling
Activated the feature on the Pages post type

1.0.3

Added loader spinner icon
Improved UI
Activated feature on Pages post type

1.0.0

Initial release

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