How to build your own AI Headshots Generator Startup
Learn how to build an AI headshots generator startup from scratch. Discover the best AI models, tech stack, and marketing tips
Key Features of the AI Headshots Generator Startup
Before we get into the technical details, here are the key features your platform will offer:
Base Image Collection: A Form to Collect 10-15 images from users.
Finetuning Model: Finetune a new Flux Model
Generate Images: Preparing Prompts for different kinds of styles we provide for users.
Upscaling (Optional): Offer a HD version of the generated image for a slightly Higher price
1. Tech Stack
Purpose | Tool/Framework Name | Website |
|---|---|---|
Web App | NextJS | |
Auth & Database | Supabase | |
Payments | Stripe |
2. AI APIs, Models To Use
API/Model Name | Description | Website |
|---|---|---|
Flux Finetune | To create a custom finetuned model using user’s uploaded images | |
Flux Multi Lora (Optional) | Use other popular finetuned flux model along with user trained model to get better results | |
Upscale Model (Best Quality) | Gives high quality & realistic upscales similar to Magnific AI, but slightly expensive | https://replicate.com/batouresearch/high-resolution-controlnet-tile |
Upscale Model (Affordable) | Quality is Good & Cheaper |
3. Frontend and User Interface
Upload Section - Ask users to upload 10-15 high quality images of them.
Styles Section - User has to select the list of styles they want
Billing Section - Ask users to pay before you train the model, price it based on number of styles they choose or output images count
Dashboard - Where users can check the progress of training and download images when it’s ready
Profile Section - Allow users to Update their Personal information here, update passwords & email
4. Backend and Steps
The backend for finetuning a Flux model involves several important steps:
After user payment is done, make an API call to Replicate or Fal AI to start the flux finetuning process
Add your WebHook URL in that api call so once the finetuning process is done you’ll be notified
Using the new model id we’ve received from the WebHook, we can now start generating images using the styles user has chosen.
5. Total Monthly Cost (Hosting + API Fees)
Tool | Cost | Cost per Video (Approx. for 1 minute Video) |
|---|---|---|
Vercel | $0-20 | Can handle up-to 50 orders on the free tier |
Flux Dev Lora Finetuning | $2-3 per finetune | $2-3 |
Generating Images | $0.013/image | $1.3 for 100 images |
Upscale (Best) | $0.046/image | $4.6 for 100 images |
Upscale (Affordable) | $0.0015/image | $0.15 for 100 images |
Total Cost (Best) | $9 per order | |
Total Cost (Affordable) | $4.5 per order |
6. Is there room for a new player?
The broader market is crowded, but niches often remain underserved. Focus on a specific audience or use case, such as:
- Wedding Photoshoot Generator
- Valentine’s day Photoshoots
Current Players:
Headshot Pro
PhotoAI