How Can I Grow My AI Image Detection App (ImgDetect) Organically?(apps.apple.com)
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How Can I Grow My AI Image Detection App (ImgDetect) Organically?
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ai-image-detector-imgdetect/id6743627428
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I genuinely think most people don't see identifying whether an image is AI generated or not, especially with a dedicated app, as a problem they're willing to pay to solve.
App looks cool, but I think more of the issue with growths is few people needing the app altogether.
App looks cool, but I think more of the issue with growths is few people needing the app altogether.
Hey HN
I recently launched an iOS app called ImgDetect — a lightweight tool that helps users detect whether an image is AI-generated (deepfake or synthetic) in just a few seconds. With the growing use of tools like Midjourney, DALL·E, and Stable Diffusion, I felt there was a need for a simple, privacy-focused mobile solution.
How it works:
Combines artifact analysis with deep learning-based pattern detection
Works offline with no data stored
Designed for journalists, content creators, and everyday users
App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ai-image-detector-imgdetect/id...
What I need help with:
What are effective, non-paid channels to grow early traction for niche utility apps like this?
Any suggestions on alternative monetization strategies for freemium tools?
Has anyone experimented with cross-promoting through newsletters, open-source tools, or communities?
Happy to share more about the tech stack or data model if anyone’s curious. Appreciate your thoughts and suggestions!
Thanks — ImgDetect dev
I recently launched an iOS app called ImgDetect — a lightweight tool that helps users detect whether an image is AI-generated (deepfake or synthetic) in just a few seconds. With the growing use of tools like Midjourney, DALL·E, and Stable Diffusion, I felt there was a need for a simple, privacy-focused mobile solution.
How it works:
Combines artifact analysis with deep learning-based pattern detection
Works offline with no data stored
Designed for journalists, content creators, and everyday users
App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ai-image-detector-imgdetect/id...
What I need help with:
What are effective, non-paid channels to grow early traction for niche utility apps like this?
Any suggestions on alternative monetization strategies for freemium tools?
Has anyone experimented with cross-promoting through newsletters, open-source tools, or communities?
Happy to share more about the tech stack or data model if anyone’s curious. Appreciate your thoughts and suggestions!
Thanks — ImgDetect dev
A few additional details I didn’t fit in the main post:
The app currently supports JPEG/PNG images and can detect common generative signatures from models like Stable Diffusion, DALL·E, and Midjourney.
We're experimenting with a small batch upload feature for journalists to verify multiple images at once.
I'm a solo developer, so all feedback and ideas are super appreciated.