Lemika is a desktop application that utilizes AI to generate titles, descriptions, and keywords for photos, videos, and vectors, embedding them directly into EXIF data and exporting stock-ready CSVs.
Why it matters
overview
Lemika is an AI-powered metadata generation tool developed by an independent two-person team in the EU that enables stock photographers, videographers, and illustrators to automatically create titles, descriptions, and keywords for their digital assets. It embeds this metadata directly into files (EXIF, IPTC, XMP) and exports stock-ready CSV files, streamlining the submission process for microstock agencies such as Adobe Stock, Shutterstock, and Getty Images.
features
Lemika provides a suite of features designed to automate and simplify the metadata workflow for stock content creators, focusing on efficiency and compliance with stock agency requirements.
use cases
Lemika is specifically designed for professionals and contributors in the stock media industry who require efficient and accurate metadata generation for their digital assets.
how to use
To begin using Lemika, users download and install the desktop application on their macOS or Windows system. The application provides an interface for importing media files and initiating the AI metadata generation process.
pricing
Lemika operates on a hybrid business model, offering both monthly subscription plans and one-time generation packs. All plans include access to the desktop application and its features, with pricing based on the number of AI generations.
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Lemika distinguishes itself in the AI keywording and microstock tool market through its desktop-first approach, direct metadata embedding, and focus on user privacy. It competes with both web-based and other desktop solutions.
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