Effective Date: September 10, 2024
Last Updated: January 1, 2025

At Countess in the Kitchen, we embrace innovation while upholding integrity, creativity, and transparency. This AI Usage Policy outlines how we incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) technologies into our creative process, the platforms we use, and the ethical guidelines we follow.

1. Purpose of AI Use

AI is thoughtfully integrated into our workflow to enhance creativity, efficiency, and consistency in delivering high-quality content to our readers. We use AI to support—but never replace—human vision and editorial judgment.

Specifically, AI is used for:

  • Image Creation – Generating moodboard-style or conceptual imagery that aligns with our brand aesthetics.
  • Image Retouching and Building – Enhancing, refining, or assembling visual elements to support storytelling.
  • Blog Optimization – Assisting in the generation of blog titles and meta descriptions that align with SEO best practices and editorial voice.

2. AI Platforms Utilized

We utilize the following AI-driven platforms in our creative and editorial processes:

  • Adobe Generative AI Tools (including Adobe Firefly)
  • Canva AI Features
  • MidJourney (All MidJourney images used on this site are exclusively licensed to Countess in the Kitchen)

To learn more about how we manage and disclose AI-generated imagery, please review our Photo and Recipe Policy.

3. Commitment to Ethical AI Use

We uphold a strict code of ethics when using AI:

  • Transparency: We clearly disclose when AI tools have been used to generate or alter content or images.
  • Originality and Ownership: We ensure all AI-generated images are either licensed exclusively to Countess in the Kitchen or used in compliance with platform usage rights.
  • Human Oversight: AI tools are used under human guidance and editorial control. Final content decisions are always made by a human.
  • Respect for Creative Work: We do not use AI to replicate or mimic the work of identifiable creators or brands without permission.
  • Compliance: We adhere to copyright laws, platform-specific licensing requirements, and responsible AI use policies.

4. Revisions to This Policy

This policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in AI technology, platform use, or legal requirements. Any significant changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.