Shop with your eyes, not keywords

Visual search uses AI models to understand the content of an image—such as objects, styles, or visual similarities.
Image search uses that understanding to retrieve relevant results. In Algolia, images are translated into structured queries, which are then used to return fast, relevant results using the search engine.

Customers can use screenshots, photos from their camera roll, or images taken in real time. The AI model is optimized to recognize fashion items, home goods, electronics, and more — even in busy backgrounds.

Visual search enhances your ability to surface the right products by combining AI with your existing merchandising rules. You stay in control of what gets prioritized, promoted, or excluded.

Yes. Visual search is fully responsive and optimized for mobile-first shopping experiences. You can integrate it into product pages, search bars, or your app’s camera interface.

Customers can use Algolia’s flexible APIs and or connect to other services such as Google’s Cloud Vision API to build compelling visual search capabilities. Most teams can go live in weeks — not months — with full customization and analytics. Read our docs to learn more.