# **🌍 Why AI Image Labeling Matters**

The EU AI Act and related regulations require that AI-generated images be clearly disclosed to end users. This applies to images created through tools like Search Atlas's AI image generation features in **Google Business Profile (GBP)** and the **Social Hub**. Ensuring your content meets these requirements protects your business and your clients from compliance risk.

# **📋 Current State of AI Image Labeling in Search Atlas**

Automatic EU compliance labeling for AI-generated images is not yet available in Search Atlas. This is a feature that has been requested, and it is not currently built into the platform. There is no automatic disclosure label applied to AI-generated images at the account level, and no in-platform filter or screening tool exists for this purpose at this time.

# **⚙️ What You Can Do Right Now**

Because automatic labeling is not yet available, you will need to manage EU AI disclosure requirements manually until a platform solution exists. Here is how to approach this:

1. **Identify AI-generated images before publishing.** When you use Search Atlas AI tools to generate images for GBP or Social Hub, note which images were AI-created so you can track them separately.
2. **Add a visible disclosure manually.** Before publishing any AI-generated image, add a clear disclosure such as **"Created with AI"** or **"AI-generated image"** as a caption or accompanying text in your post.
3. **Keep your own records.** Maintain a log of which published images are AI-generated. This supports your compliance posture while no automated solution is in place.
4. **Apply extra caution in regulated industries.** If you manage content for clients in medical, legal, financial, or other regulated sectors, consult your legal team on the specific disclosure requirements that apply to those industries.

# **📩 How to Escalate This Request**

If you would like to formally request automatic EU compliance labeling as a platform feature, or if you need guidance on your specific compliance situation, reach out to our team. When you do, please have the following ready:

- Your account name and the specific Search Atlas tools you are using to generate images (e.g., GBP image generation, Social Hub)
- The industries or regions your content targets
- Any specific EU AI Act provisions or compliance requirements you need the platform to support
- Examples of the AI-generated images or posts affected, if applicable

If you need further assistance, open the chat widget in the bottom-right corner of the platform and type **human teammate** to be connected with a member of our team.