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AI Product Photo FAQ
Key questions about AI product photography: costs, quality, supported platforms, and how like.photo works.
How much does AI product photography cost?
With like.photo your first 5 images are free, then you pay for a monthly plan: from €99 for 20 images up to €799 for 250 images. A traditional photographer typically charges $15–$50 per image (not counting studio rental, props, or editing time). You only pay for images you actually approve. Rejected images are free.
How does AI product image generation work?
Three steps:
- Upload your product photo (smartphone photo on neutral background is fine)
- Choose a style: lifestyle scene, infographic, or custom prompt
- Review and accept: images are generated in under 60 seconds
You only pay for images you accept. The AI handles scene composition, backgrounds, lighting, and text overlays for infographics.
Which marketplaces does like.photo support?
like.photo generates images optimized for:
- Amazon: correct dimensions, white background option, lifestyle guidelines
- eBay: square format, high resolution
- Shopify: flexible aspect ratios for storefronts
- Kaufland: German marketplace requirements
- Etsy: lifestyle-focused images
- Otto: German marketplace standards
- JTL: direct integration for bulk export
All images are exported at the correct resolution and aspect ratio for each platform automatically.
Do I need professional product photos as input?
No. A clean smartphone photo on a neutral background (white, grey, or well-lit surface) is sufficient. The AI removes the background and composes a new scene.
Tips for better input photos:
- Shoot against a white or neutral background
- Use natural light or a light box
- Capture the full product without cropping
- Multiple angles help the AI understand the product shape
Professional studio shots will produce marginally better results, but they are not required.
How long does image generation take?
Under 60 seconds per image in most cases. Typical times:
| Step | Time |
|---|---|
| Standard generation | 20–40 seconds |
| Upscale to 2K | +30 seconds |
| Upscale to 4K | +60 seconds |
| Infographic with text | 30–50 seconds |
Bulk generation processes multiple images in parallel.
What is the difference between AI images and real photos?
AI generates realistic scenes that look like lifestyle photography or studio shots, without the overhead. Key differences:
| Aspect | AI Generation | Traditional Photography |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Monthly plan from €99 for 20 images | $15–$50+ per image |
| Turnaround | Under 60 seconds | Days to weeks |
| Scene variety | Unlimited | Limited by location/props |
| Consistency | Always identical lighting | Varies between sessions |
| Reshoots | Instant, no extra cost | Additional booking required |
For most e-commerce applications, AI images are visually indistinguishable from traditional photography for the average online shopper.
Can I use AI-generated images on Amazon?
Yes. like.photo generates all images meeting Amazon's technical requirements:
- Main image: White background, product fills 85%+ of frame, correct resolution
- Lifestyle images: Clean composition, no watermarks, correct aspect ratio
- Infographics: Text-overlaid product features, compliant with Amazon's image guidelines
All images are exported at 2000×2000px minimum (Amazon requirement) by default.
Is like.photo GDPR-compliant?
Yes. like.photo is fully GDPR-compliant:
- Servers in Europe: no data transfer to the US
- Encrypted transmission: all data transfers use TLS encryption
- No third-party sharing: your product images are not used to train AI models
- Right to deletion: you can delete all your data at any time from account settings
Full details in our Privacy Policy.
For which product categories does like.photo work?
like.photo works for virtually all product categories:
- Cosmetics & Beauty: skincare, makeup, perfume
- Tools & Hardware: power tools, hand tools, accessories
- Toys & Games: educational toys, board games, outdoor toys
- Electronics: cables, accessories, small devices
- Fashion & Accessories: jewelry, bags, watches
- Food & Supplements: packaged foods, supplements, drinks
- Furniture & Home: smaller furniture, decor, lighting
- Sports & Outdoors: equipment, clothing, accessories
Very large items (cars, heavy machinery) and transparent/reflective products (pure glass, mirrors) may require additional prompt tuning for best results.
Do I have to pay for all generated images?
No. like.photo uses a pay-for-what-you-keep model:
- Generate unlimited variants
- Review each result before accepting
- Only accepted images count
- Rejected images are free
This means you can generate 5 variants of a lifestyle scene, pick the best one, and only pay for that single image.
