1. Introduction
AI Mockup Maker is a powerful WordPress plugin that brings AI-powered image and video generation directly into your WooCommerce store. Create professional product mockups in seconds using advanced AI models from kie.ai.
Key Features
● AI Image Generation
Transform product photos into stunning mockups using Google's Nano Banana Edit model.
● AI Video Generation
Create product videos with Sora 2 and Sora 2 Pro image-to-video models.
● Parallel Processing
Generate multiple mockups simultaneously for maximum efficiency.
● Multi-Language
Supports 10 languages including English, German, Spanish, French, and more.
[Screenshot] Screenshot: Dashboard Welcome Screen
2. Requirements
| Requirement |
Minimum |
Recommended |
| WordPress |
5.0+ |
6.0+ |
| PHP |
7.4 |
8.0+ |
| WooCommerce |
6.0+ |
8.0+ |
| Memory Limit |
128 MB |
256 MB |
ℹ Note: The plugin requires an active kie.ai API account (free tier available).
3. Installation
Method 1: Upload via WordPress Admin
- Download ai-mockup-maker-4.1.0.zip from your purchase email.
- Login to WordPress Admin → Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin.
- Click Choose File and select the ZIP.
- Click Install Now and wait for upload.
- Click Activate Plugin.
- You'll be redirected to the AI Mockup Maker Dashboard!
[Screenshot] Screenshot: Plugin Upload Screen
✓ Success! After activation, you'll see "AI Mockup Maker" in your admin sidebar.
4. First-Time Setup
- Get Your kie.ai API Key
Visit kie.ai and create a free account.
- Configure Settings
Go to Settings and paste your API key.
- Generate Your First Mockup
Open any product and click the AI Mockup tab!
ℹ Tip: Start with the 7-day PRO trial to test unlimited generation!
5. Getting Your kie.ai API Key
- Visit kie.ai
Go to https://kie.ai/api-key
- Create an Account
Sign up with your email (free tier available).
- Generate API Key
Copy the key (starts with sk_).
- Add Credits
Add credits via their billing page for generation.
[Screenshot] Screenshot: kie.ai API Key Page
Pricing (Approximate)
| Service |
Model |
Cost |
| Image Generation |
Nano Banana Edit |
~$0.01 per image |
| Video Generation |
Sora 2 (10s) |
~$0.15 per video |
| Video Generation |
Sora 2 Pro (15s) |
~$0.30 per video |
6. Plugin Settings
Access settings via AI Mockup Maker → Settings.
General Tab
| Setting |
Description |
| kie.ai API Key |
Your API key from kie.ai (required) |
| Default Image Size |
1:1, 16:9, 9:16, 4:3, etc. |
| Default Output Format |
PNG or JPEG |
| Enable Auto-Crop |
Automatically crop generated images |
[Screenshot] Screenshot: Settings Page
Templates & Prompts Tab
Define templates for image metadata with placeholders:
- {prompt} - The generation prompt
- {product_name} - Product title
- {product_id} - Product ID
7. Image Generation
- Open Product
Go to Products and edit any product.
- AI Mockup Tab
Click the "AI Mockup" tab.
- Select Reference Image
Upload JPEG, PNG, or WebP (max 10MB).
- Enter Prompt
"Modern living room, natural daylight"
- Configure
Set aspect ratio, format, quantity (1-10).
- Generate!
Images appear in 30-60 seconds.
[Screenshot] Screenshot: Image Generation Interface
Prompt Tips
✓ Good Prompt
"Modern minimalist living room, white walls, wooden floor, natural daylight, Scandinavian style"
⚠️ Important: SVG files are NOT supported. Use JPEG, PNG, or WebP only.
8. Video Generation
- Scroll to Video Section
In the AI Mockup tab.
- Select Model
Sora 2 or Sora 2 Pro.
- Add Reference Images
Select 1-5 images.
- Configure Settings
Duration, aspect ratio, quality.
- Enter Motion Prompt
"Slow 360° rotation"
- Generate!
Video ready in 2-5 minutes.
[Screenshot] Screenshot: Video Generation Interface
ℹ Pro Feature: Video generation requires a PRO license or active trial.
9. Jobs Management
Track all generation jobs: AI Mockup Maker → Jobs
Job Statuses
| Status |
Description |
| ⏳ Pending |
Waiting to be submitted |
| 🔄 Processing |
AI is generating |
| ✓ Completed |
Successfully generated |
| ✗ Failed |
Generation failed |
[Screenshot] Screenshot: Jobs Page
10. Trial & License
Free vs PRO
| Feature |
Free |
PRO |
| Image Generation |
5 / 24 hours |
✓ Unlimited |
| Video Generation |
✗ Not available |
✓ Unlimited |
| Support |
Community |
✓ Priority |
Start 7-Day Free Trial
- Go to Dashboard
- Enter your email
- Click "Start Trial"
- Enjoy PRO features!
Purchase PRO License
11. Pinterest Pin Bot
Export AI-generated mockups to Pinterest automatically.
ℹ Note: PRO feature. Free users: 5 exports/day.
12. Translations
Available in 10 languages: English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Turkish.
Change Language
- WordPress → Settings → General
- Change "Site Language"
- Save Changes
- Translations applied automatically!
13. Troubleshooting
Common Issues
API Connection Failed
- ✓ Verify API key is correct
- ✓ Check kie.ai has sufficient credits
- ✓ Review Debug Log for details
Jobs Stuck in Processing
- ✓ Check kie.ai dashboard
- ✓ Verify WordPress Cron is working
- ✓ Install WP Crontrol plugin
SVG Upload Error
- ✓ Convert to PNG/JPEG before upload
- ✓ kie.ai only supports raster formats
ℹ Debug Log: Check AI Mockup Maker → Debug for detailed error messages.
14. FAQ
Q: Do I need a kie.ai account?
A: Yes, required. Free tier available.
Q: What are the costs?
A: Plugin license + kie.ai charges (~$0.01/image, ~$0.15-0.30/video).
Q: Can I generate 100 images at once?
A: Max 10 per job, but unlimited jobs!
Q: Does trial require credit card?
A: No! Completely free, no payment info.
Q: Refund policy?
A: 30-day money-back guarantee.
15. Best Practices
For Image Generation
- ✓ Use high-quality reference images (1024px+)
- ✓ Write detailed prompts (lighting, style, materials)
- ✓ Test with 1-2 images first
- ✓ Use PNG for transparency, JPEG for photos
For Video Generation
- ✓ Use 3-5 reference images for best results
- ✓ Keep motion prompts simple
- ✓ Start with 10s videos
- ✓ Enable "Remove Watermark"
Prompt Engineering Tips
| Category |
Good Examples |
| Lighting |
"natural daylight", "warm golden hour", "dramatic spotlight" |
| Style |
"modern minimalist", "industrial loft", "Scandinavian" |
| Colors |
"neutral tones", "warm earth colors", "pastel palette" |
16. Support & Resources
🐞 Debug Log
AI Mockup Maker → Debug
Useful Links
✓ Need help? We typically respond within 24 hours!
AI Mockup Maker – Version 4.1.0
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