AutoAlt.ai for Shopware 6
AI-powered alt text generation for your Shopware 6 media library. ADA, EAA-compliant, SEO-optimized, Made in Germany 🇩🇪
- 1️⃣ Install plugin (ZIP upload or Shopware Store)
- 2️⃣ Activate the plugin. Login or Register and start using the plugin immediately.
- 3️⃣ Enable automatic generation ✅
Note: No credit card required. 50 credits/month free.
01 About
What is AutoAlt.ai?
AutoAlt.ai automatically generates alt text and image titles for your images.
Simply upload an image or provide a URL, and we’ll deliver optimized alt text based on the image content.
We offer multiple integration options tailored to your website setup. Check our Integrations page to see if we have a ready-to-use solution for your platform.
Video Tutorials
Explore how AutoAlt.ai works across different platforms. Watch step-by-step tutorials and plugin demos on our YouTube channel to quickly learn how to get started and make the most of our features.
Need Support?
Have questions or need help? Visit our Support Page to browse FAQs, watch helpful videos, or connect with our support team for personalized assistance.
02 Extension Integrations
Shopware
The AutoAlt.ai Shopware extension makes it effortless to automatically generate ALT text and image titles for all your media. Whether you’re uploading new images or updating existing ones, AutoAlt.ai ensures your content is always optimized for SEO and accessibility—no manual work required.
Installation
- Log in to the Shopware administration area
- Navigate to Extensions → Shop
- Search for "AutoAlt.ai"
- Click Add, then Install and Activate
- Go to Extensions → My Extensions → AutoAlt.ai → Configuration
- Enter your email address
- Click "Create Account"
- Done! Your AutoAlt.ai account is automatically created and the API key is set up
- Open the Media Management (Content → Media)
- Select one or more images
- Click "Generate Alt Text"
- The alt texts are automatically saved
Screenshot: Screenshot of the Sopware admin settings page for the “AI Alt Text Generator & Bulk Editor – AutoAlt.ai” plugin, showing options to connect an API key or log in/register, with fields for API key and email and buttons for “Connect & Save” and “Send Verification Code.”
Quick Start
The AutoAlt.ai extension for Shopware is designed to work seamlessly in the background, automatically generating ALT text and image titles for any new image you upload to your media library. It can also incorporate relevant SEO keywords to enhance your store’s visibility.
To customize how the extension behaves, head to the Configuration section of the extension in your Shopware admin panel.
When Images are Uploading
Within the extension configuration page, there is an option labeled “When New Images are Uploaded”. When enabled, the extension will automatically generate alt text for newly uploaded images in all configured store languages.
Screenshot: Screenshot of AutoAlt.ai settings, highlighting the 'When New Images Are Uploaded' section with the 'Automatically Generate Alt Text' feature enabled.
Note: This option is Checked by default. If unchecked, automatic alt text generation for new images will be stopped.
Updating a Single Image
Simply open the image in your Shopware Media Library and click the “Generate Alt Text” button. The plugin will analyze the image and instantly generate optimized ALT text for it.
Screenshot: Digital asset management interface with a selected image of a woman reading outdoors by a river, part of a library of 20 images.
Updating Multiple Images
Select multiple images in your Shopware Media Library and click the “Generate Alt Text” button. The Extension will analyze each image and instantly generate optimized ALT text for all selected images in one go.
Screenshot: Close-up portrait of a beautiful red fox with striking eyes. Wildlife photography showcasing the fox's natural beauty and detailed facial features.
Updating Directory
Simply select a directory in your Shopware Media Library and click the “Generate Alt Text” button. The Extension will automatically analyze all images within the selected folder and generate optimized ALT text for each image—no manual selection needed.
Screenshot: Screenshot of a Shopware administration panel displaying the media library with options to generate alt text, showcasing an e-commerce platform media management system.
Quick Edit from History page
Go to the History page and quickly update alt text for any previously processed images. Simply review and edit the entries and click the “Update” button to save instantly.
The history of processed images is organized by store languages, allowing you to easily update alt text based on your preferred language or specific requirements.
Screenshot: Stacked white pebbles on a sandy beach, with gentle blue ocean waves creating a serene and calming seaside atmosphere. Ideal for meditation and wellness content.
Note: Clicking the Update button allows you to modify existing alt text without deducting any credits from your account.
Bulk Generate Alt Text
This tool allows you to process: Navigate to Content → Bulk Generate Auto Alt Text.
Easily process multiple images at once using the Bulk Update feature. There are two convenient options for bulk generation:
- Only images missing alt text
- All images (overwrite existing alt text)
Screenshot of a bulk alt text generator interface, showing total images, images without alt text, available credits, and keyword input fields for SEO optimization.
Screenshot of a bulk alt text generator showing 103 total images and options for including SEO and negative keywords for image optimization.
Note: Customize the generation by Including SEO keywords or Removing negative keywords to enhance the quality and relevance of the generated alt text.
Apply Alt Text as Image Title
automatically apply the generated alt text as the image title, enable the checkbox labeled “Also apply Alt Text as Image Title” in the plugin configuration settings.
Screenshot: Screenshot of AutoAlt.ai settings, an automatic alt text generation tool. Features include API key testing and writing style configuration with the option to apply alt text as image titles.
Note: This option is disabled by default. To activate this feature, please check the checkbox and save your settings.
Filter by Image Extension
The “Filter by Image Extension” feature helps you manage credits efficiently. For example, if you upload images in JPG or PNG format, but your website automatically converts them to WebP for performance optimization, it’s recommended to filter and select only the WebP format during processing. This ensures that credits are used only for the final images actually displayed on your site.
Screenshot: Screenshot of AutoAlt.ai settings panel, focusing on 'Filter by Image Extension' with options for PNG and WebP file types, allowing users to specify processed image formats.
Staging Server Access
If you are using the extension on a local system or a staging server secured with an .htpasswd username and password, please ensure that this checkbox is unchecked for use extension functionality.
Screenshot: Screenshot of AutoAlt.ai showing access image URL settings. The option indicates the website is reachable over the public internet.
Note: By default, the “Access Image URL” option is enabled, assuming the site is accessible over the public internet.
Alt Text Languages – Active Sales Channel Only
This setting ensures that alt texts are generated only for languages assigned to active sales channels.
When enabled, AutoAlt.ai will skip system or inactive languages and generate alt text exclusively for languages that are actively used in your storefront.
Why use this setting?
- Prevents unnecessary alt text generation for unused languages
- Avoids generating content for default Shopware system languages
- Saves API credits
- Keeps your media data clean and relevant
Screenshot: of the Shopware admin page for the plugin “AI Alt Text Generator & Bulk Editor – AutoAlt.ai,” highlighting the “Languages for alternative texts” section with the option “Generate only for active sales channel languages” enabled.
Note: We recommend enabling this option if you only want alt text for languages that are live and visible to customers.
FAQ about Shopware
Is bulk image processing supported?
Yes. You can process hundreds or thousands of images in one go using our bulk update feature. It’s ideal for large media libraries and product catalogs.
What kinds of images are supported?
We can generate alt text for all popular image formats. We support JPG, PNG, GIF, WEBP, and BMP images, as long as they are less than 16MB in size and at least 50×50 pixels.
Will I lose my alt text if I uninstall the plugin?
No. Any alt text or image titles generated will remain embedded in your images, even after uninstalling the plugin or app.
Does it work with multiple store languages?
Yes, Alt text is automatically generated in all configured store languages simultaneously.
Can I generate Alt text for multiple images at once?
Absolutely. You can select multiple images and generate Alt text for all of them with a single click.
Is the API Key secure?
Yes, your API key is 100% secure. It is domain-specific and works only with your registered domain.
Can I update the Alt text for a single image?
Yes, you can. Simply open the image in your Shopware media library and click the Generate Alt Text button.
Please note: This will overwrite any existing alt text currently set for that image.
Can I update both Alt Text and Image Title together?
Yes, you can Just enable the option in the extension configuration settings.
Check the box labeled “Use alternative text as image title” to apply the same text to both fields automatically.
Done!
Your Shopware 6 shop is now successfully connected. New images automatically receive SEO-optimized alt text upon upload.
