FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

What is auto-post.io?

auto-post.io is a SaaS platform that automates the creation and publication of blog content using artificial intelligence. It generates SEO-optimized articles and automatically publishes them to your WordPress sites according to scheduled campaigns.

How does content generation work?

1. You set up a campaign with keywords and settings
2. The AI generates a complete article based on your specifications
3. The content is automatically optimized for SEO
4. The article is published on your WordPress site according to your schedule

Which AI models do you use?

We use the latest AI models from leading providers including OpenAI, Google, Anthropic, Mistral AI, Meta, and more. For the complete and up-to-date list of AI models with credits, visit https://auto-post.io/ai-models.

See our AI Models documentation for provider overview and selection guidance.

Is the generated content unique?

Yes, each article is 100% unique. Our AIs create original content based on your specific keywords and settings. We do not use any templates or pre-existing content.

Billing and Subscriptions

How does the credit system work?

Each article generation consumes credits based on:

AI Model Tier

• Premium models (5-8 credits): Top-tier models for maximum quality
• Standard models (3-4 credits): Balanced performance and cost
• Economy models (1-2 credits): Fast, cost-effective generation

See auto-post.io/ai-models for current credit rates per model.

Content length

• Short articles (500-800 words): 1x credit multiplier
• Medium articles (800-1500 words): 1.5x credit multiplier
• Long articles (1500+ words): 2x credit multiplier

Image generation

• Premium images: 2-3 credits per image
• Standard images: 1-2 credits per image
• Economy images: 0.5-1 credit per image

Example calculations

• Medium article with standard model + 1 image: ~6 credits
• Long article with premium model + 2 images: ~22 credits
• Short article with GPT 4o Mini: 1 × 1 = 1 credit

What happens if I run out of credits?

• Automatic notification when you have 20% credits left
• Temporary suspension of campaigns if no more credits
• Ability to purchase additional credits at any time
• Deferred generation of articles until credits are reloaded

Can I change plans at any time?

Yes, you can upgrade or downgrade your plan at any time:

• Upgrade: Immediate effect with prorated billing
• Downgrade: Takes effect at the next billing cycle
• Cancellation: Possible until the end of the paid period

Do you offer a free trial?

Better than that, we offer a free plan:

• 1,000 free credits to test all features
• Full access to all features

Technical Setup

How do I connect my WordPress site?

1. Install our WordPress plugin (optional)
2. Generate an API key in WordPress (Users → API Keys)
3. Add your site in auto-post.io with the URL and key
4. Test the connection - we verify automatically

Which WordPress versions are supported?

• WordPress 5.0+ minimum required
• PHP 7.4+ recommended
• HTTPS required for security
• Permalinks must be enabled

Can I use auto-post.io without the WordPress plugin?

Yes, auto-post.io works with the native WordPress REST API. The plugin offers additional features but is not mandatory:

Without plugin:

• Basic article publishing
• Category management
• Image uploads

With plugin:

• Custom hooks
• Custom fields
• Advanced SEO optimizations
• Real-time notifications

Can I use auto-post.io with other CMS?

Yes! auto-post.io supports multiple platforms:

Currently supported

• WordPress: Native REST API + optional plugin for advanced features
• Wix: OAuth authentication + API key integration with full CMS support
• Webflow: Complete CMS collection integration with custom field mapping

Platform-Specific Features

• WordPress: Categories, tags, custom fields, media management
• Wix: Blog categories, author management, SEO settings
• Webflow: Custom collections, field mapping, asset management

API Access

For custom platforms, contact [email protected] to discuss integration options.

Content Creation

How to optimize the quality of generated articles?

Keyword strategy

• Primary keywords: 3-8 specific terms relevant to your niche
• Long-tail keywords: Mix of specific, lower-competition terms
• Semantic variations: Related concepts and synonyms
• Avoid generic terms: "blog", "article" - be specific to your topic

Campaign configuration

• Target audience: Clearly define who you're writing for
• Tone selection: Professional, casual, technical, creative
• Content type: Tutorial, news, opinion, guide format
• AI model selection: Choose models optimized for your content type

Model selection guide

• Technical content: Claude 4.5 Opus, GPT 5.2 for complex topics
• Creative writing: GPT 5, Gemini 3 Pro for engaging content
• Quick updates: GPT 4o Mini, Gemini 2.5 Flash for efficiency
• European languages: Mistral Large for French/German content

Review and Optimization

• Human review: Always proofread AI-generated content
• Brand voice: Add your unique perspective and examples
• Fact-checking: Verify statistics and claims
• SEO enhancement: Add internal links and optimize meta descriptions

Are articles SEO optimized?

Yes, each article automatically includes:

• Optimized title with main keyword
• Attractive meta description (150-160 characters)
• Logical and hierarchical H1-H6 structure
• Optimal keyword density (1-2%)
• Suggested internal links when relevant
• Descriptive alt text for images

Can I edit articles after generation?

Absolutely! auto-post.io includes a full WYSIWYG editor:

• Real-time editing with preview
• Automatic SEO suggestions
• Version history (last 30 changes)
• Automatic synchronization with WordPress

How to manage multiple languages?

auto-post.io offers comprehensive multilingual support:

Supported languages

• English: Full support with all AI models
• French: Native support with Mistral models optimized for French
• Spanish: Comprehensive support with Gemini and Claude models
• Additional languages: Available through multilingual models

Campaign strategy

• Separate campaigns per language: Recommended for best results
• Language-specific keywords: Tailor keywords to each language
• Cultural adaptation: Content adapted to cultural context
• SEO optimization: Language-specific SEO best practices

Model selection by language

• French content: Mistral Large, Claude 4.5 Sonnet (best French support)
• Spanish content: Gemini models, Claude series (excellent Spanish)
• English content: All models perform well, choose based on content type
• Multilingual projects: Use specialized multilingual models

Platform integration

• WordPress: WPML and Polylang compatibility
• Wix: Multilingual site support
• Webflow: Multi-language CMS collections
• Cross-platform: Consistent multilingual publishing

Translation features

• Automatic translation: Coming soon for existing content
• Template translation: Reusable templates across languages
• SEO metadata: Localized meta descriptions and titles
• Image alt text: Multilingual image descriptions

Advanced Usage

Can I schedule my publications?

Yes, several scheduling options:

Recurring campaigns:

• Daily, weekly, monthly
• Customizable publication time
• Automatic pause/resume

Fixed number campaigns:

• Defined total number of articles
• Configurable publication pace
• Automatic stop at the end

Immediate publication:

• Instant generation and publication
• Ideal for urgent content

How to manage a team on auto-post.io?

We offer 5 permission levels:

• Owner: Full control
• Admin: Team and site management
• Editor: Campaign creation
• Writer: Article editing only
• Viewer: Read-only

Collaborative features:

• Article comments
• Approval workflow
• Smart notifications
• Team reports

Can I integrate auto-post.io with other tools?

Yes, we offer many integrations:

Native:

• Zapier (1000+ connections)
• Make/Integromat
• Slack/Microsoft Teams
• Google Analytics

Via API:

• CRM (HubSpot, Salesforce)
• Email marketing (Mailchimp, ConvertKit)
• SEO tools (Ahrefs, SEMrush)
• Storage (Google Drive, Dropbox)

Security and Privacy

Is my data secure?

Absolutely, we apply the best standards:

• TLS 1.3 encryption for all communications
• AES-256 encryption for storage
• 2FA authentication available
• Regular security audits by third parties

Do you comply with GDPR?

Yes, we are 100% GDPR compliant:

• European servers (France, Germany)
• Right to be forgotten respected
• Explicit consent for all data collection
• Dedicated DPO available for your questions

Who has access to my content?

• Only you have access to your campaigns and articles
• Technical team: Limited access for support only
• External AIs: Complete data anonymization
• No sharing with third parties without your consent

Can I export my data?

Yes, you can export at any time:

• Articles in Word, PDF, HTML format
• Metrics in CSV, Excel format
• Campaign configuration (JSON)
• Full export in case of termination

Support and Troubleshooting

How to contact support?

Several channels available:

• Live chat (business hours, paid plans)
• Email support: [email protected]
• Community Discord: User-to-user support
• Knowledge base: Complete documentation

What are your response times?

• Free plans: 48-72h by email
• Paid plans: less than 24h by email, less than 4h by chat
• Premium plans: less than 12h by email, less than 2h by chat
• Urgent: Phone support for Enterprise plans