=== Remove Background AI ===
Contributors:      rembg
Tags:              block
Tested up to:      6.8
Stable tag:        1.0.0
License:           GPL-2.0-or-later
License URI:       https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Remove backgrounds from images automatically using AI technology. Upload an image and get a clean background-removed version instantly.

== Description ==

Remove Background AI is a powerful WordPress block that automatically removes backgrounds from images using advanced AI technology. Perfect for bloggers, e-commerce stores, content creators, and anyone who needs professional-looking images without design skills.

## How It Works

1. **Install & Configure**: Install the plugin and get your free API key from [www.rembg.com](https://www.rembg.com)
2. **Add the Block**: In the block editor, search for "Remove Background" and add the block
3. **Upload Image**: Simply upload any image you want to edit
4. **AI Processing**: The plugin automatically removes the background using AI
5. **Done**: Your image is ready to use - save and publish!

## Features

* **One-click background removal** - No design skills required
* **High-quality AI results** - Professional-grade background removal
* **Easy integration** - Works seamlessly with the WordPress block editor
* **Fast processing** - Get results in seconds
* **Perfect for e-commerce** - Clean product photos instantly
* **Great for content** - Professional images for blogs and social media

## Requirements

* WordPress 6.7 or higher
* Free API key from [www.rembg.com](https://www.rembg.com)
* Images are processed by the RemBG.com AI service

## Privacy Notice

This plugin sends uploaded images to www.rembg.com for background removal processing. Images are processed by a third-party AI service and may be temporarily stored on their servers. Please review their privacy policy before use.

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin files to the `/wp-content/plugins/remove-background-ai` directory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen directly.
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' screen in WordPress
3. Go to **Remove Background AI** in your admin menu
4. Get your free API key from [www.rembg.com](https://www.rembg.com)
5. Enter your API key in the plugin settings
6. Start using the "Remove Background" block in the editor!


== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Do I need to pay for the API key? =

No! You can get a free API key from www.rembg.com. They offer free credits for testing and reasonable pricing for production use.

= How long does it take to process an image? =

Most images are processed within 1-8 seconds, depending on the image size and server load.

= What image formats are supported? =

The plugin supports all common image formats including JPG, PNG, and WebP.

= Is my image data secure? =

Images are sent to www.rembg.com for processing, We do not use Images for training: https://www.rembg.com/en/privacy

== Screenshots ==

1. screenshot-1.png - API Key settings: save your API key from www.rembg.com in the plugin settings page
2. screenshot-2.png - Block editor: find and insert the "Remove Background" block
3. screenshot-3.png - Upload interface: the plugin prompts you to select an image
4. screenshot-4.png - Result: background removed; saving will insert it as an image block

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.0 =
* Release

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