AI product image disclosure
Direct answer
AI product image disclosure should distinguish the real product from generated presentation. State which part is AI-generated, especially where a synthetic setting, model or product rendering could be mistaken for photography. Do not use a broad label that falsely suggests a photographed product was itself generated.
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Applies when
- Real product placed in a generated setting.
- Virtual model displaying a real product.
- A fully generated product rendering presented as photography.
Doesn't apply when
- Non-material cleanup that does not alter the product or its represented performance.
Worked decision
Example
Photographed bottle in a generated kitchen
Disclosure recommended
Specific wording preserves the distinction between product and scene.
Next steps
Required action
- Identify which elements are photographed and generated.
- Review product claims independently.
- Retain source assets and approval evidence.
Publishing layer
Platform differences
Law, platform and client layers
Platform disclosure controls and legal duties are separate layers. Check the destination platform, the content itself and the applicable jurisdiction, then retain evidence of the decision.
Evidence
Source
Freshness and accountability
Last verified
Applies from 2026-08-02 · Last reviewed 2026-09-12 · Current
Run this exact scenario
Relevant content, AI-use and platform inputs are preselected. Confirm the remaining facts before relying on the result.
Who is affected
- E-commerce and retail teams.
- Product photographers and creative studios.
- Performance marketing agencies.
More scenarios
| Scenario | Outcome | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Generated image exaggerates product results | Human review required | Disclosure does not cure a potentially misleading product claim. |
| Dust removed from a packshot | No disclosure identified | The product representation is not materially changed. |
Practical marketing examples
- “Product photographed; setting generated with AI.”
- “Virtual model; garment shown is real.”
Related pages
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