HiAPI

HiAPI is a developer-first AI API platform that revolutionizes how you integrate image, video, and audio generation into your applications. Imagine accessing the world's leading generative AI models through a single, unified API key, with OpenAI-compatible requests, unified billing, and transparent pay-as-you-go pricing. That is the power of HiAPI. Built for developers, AI agents, and forward-thinking teams, HiAPI eliminates the complexity of managing multiple model providers, separate API keys, and fragmented billing systems. Instead, you get one endpoint, one schema, and one seamless workflow for every generation task. Whether you are creating stunning visuals with Seedream 5.0 Pro, generating cinematic videos with Seedance 2.0, or composing original music with MiniMax Music 2.6, HiAPI empowers you to ship faster, scale effortlessly, and focus on building transformative experiences. With persistent artifact storage that returns durable links automatically, you no longer need to build or maintain your own storage infrastructure. HiAPI is not just an API gateway; it is your launchpad for AI-powered creativity, designed to turn your boldest ideas into reality with production-grade reliability, 24/7 support, and availability-first routing. Sign up today, get up to $1 in free credits, and start building the future.

Unified API for All Models

One endpoint, one schema, and one authentication method for every image, video, and audio model. HiAPI abstracts away the differences between providers like OpenAI, ByteDance, Black Forest Labs, and MiniMax, so you can switch models or combine them without rewriting your code. Simply pass the base model name, your input parameters, and optional routes to call any model through the same POST /v1/tasks endpoint. This unified approach drastically reduces development time, simplifies maintenance, and gives you the flexibility to experiment with the best models for each use case without vendor lock-in.

Persistent Artifact Storage

Outputs from HiAPI come back as durable, low-cost artifact links that never expire. When you set storage to persistent in your API request, HiAPI automatically stores your generated images, videos, and audio files and returns a permanent URL. This eliminates the need to build, maintain, or pay for your own storage infrastructure. Whether you are generating thousands of images for a marketing campaign or streaming audio for a music app, you can rely on HiAPI to handle storage seamlessly. This feature is a game-changer for teams that want to focus on their core product instead of managing file systems.

AI Agent Friendly Integration

HiAPI is built for the age of AI agents. It supports MCP (Model Context Protocol), Skills, and llms.txt, making it ready for any agent to discover, call, and compose workflows. Paste the llms.txt prompt into your agent so it understands HiAPI models and APIs, then picks Skills, Remote MCP, or direct API as the setup path. This means agents like Claude, Cursor, and Codex can instantly integrate with HiAPI, enabling autonomous content generation, automated testing, and intelligent workflow orchestration. You are not just building an API; you are wiring your application into the future of agent-driven development.

Production-Grade Reliability

HiAPI is engineered for real-world load with availability-first routing, callbacks, and 24/7 support. The task-based API lifecycle lets you submit a job, check its status, receive a callback on completion, and retrieve stored artifacts through a simple, idempotent workflow. Use the optional callback parameter to get notified instead of polling, and the idempotency key to prevent duplicate tasks. This architecture ensures your production applications remain resilient, scalable, and easy to debug. With transparent pricing and predictable costs, you can size your usage before you integrate and ship with confidence.

AI-Powered Marketing Content Generation

Marketing teams can use HiAPI to generate stunning visuals, promotional videos, and branded audio at scale. With models like GPT Image 2 for sharp text rendering, Seedance 2.0 for cinematic video with native audio, and MiniMax Music 2.6 for custom jingles, you can create a complete multimedia campaign from a single API. The persistent artifact links make it easy to share assets with stakeholders or embed them directly into landing pages. This transforms your creative workflow from weeks of manual design to hours of automated generation, empowering you to iterate faster and A/B test more effectively.

Dynamic E-Commerce Product Visualization

E-commerce platforms can leverage HiAPI to generate product images, lifestyle shots, and promotional videos on the fly. Use Seedream 5.0 Pro for text-to-image generation to create multiple product variations, or FLUX 1.1 Pro for high-fidelity details. The unified API allows you to switch between models based on quality or speed requirements, while persistent storage ensures product images are always available for your catalog. This capability enables personalized shopping experiences, where each customer sees products in their preferred style or context, driving engagement and conversion rates.

Automated Content Creation for Social Media

Social media managers and content creators can automate their content pipeline with HiAPI. Generate eye-catching images, short-form videos, and background music for posts across platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. The task-based API with callbacks lets you queue multiple generations, receive notifications when they are ready, and retrieve artifacts instantly. With transparent pricing, you can budget for high-volume content production without surprises. This frees you from repetitive manual tasks, allowing you to focus on strategy, community engagement, and creative direction.

AI Agent-Driven Workflow Automation

Developers building AI agents can use HiAPI to give their agents the power to generate media autonomously. An agent can analyze a user request, decide whether to generate an image, video, or audio, call the appropriate HiAPI model via MCP or Skills, and return the result with a persistent link. For example, a customer support agent could generate a product tutorial video on demand, or a coding assistant could create a diagram to explain a complex concept. This opens up entirely new categories of agent capabilities, making your applications more intelligent, responsive, and valuable.

HiAPI operates on a transparent, pay-as-you-go pricing model. Every model on the platform has its price clearly listed on its dedicated model details page. You can review the cost per generation before you integrate, allowing you to estimate your expenses accurately for any production launch. There are no monthly subscription fees, no minimum commitments, and no hidden charges. You only pay for the generations you actually make. New users receive up to $1 in free credits upon signup, providing a risk-free way to test the platform and evaluate different models. This pricing structure is designed to be predictable and scalable, supporting everything from small experiments to high-volume enterprise workloads.

How do I get started with HiAPI?

Getting started is simple. Visit hiapi.ai and click Get Started to sign up for a free account. You will receive an API key and up to $1 in free credits to explore the platform. Then, read the API docs to understand the unified task-based workflow. Make your first POST request to /v1/tasks with your chosen model, input parameters, and optional storage or callback settings. HiAPI supports OpenAI-compatible requests, so if you have used OpenAI before, you will feel right at home. For advanced integration, check out MCP, Skills, and llms.txt to wire up AI agents.

What models are available on HiAPI?

HiAPI offers a curated selection of leading generative AI models across image, video, and audio. For image generation, you have GPT Image 2, Nano Banana 2, FLUX 1.1 Pro, and Seedream 5.0 Pro. For video, Seedance 2.0 delivers cinematic results with native audio. For audio, MiniMax Music 2.6 turns prompts and lyrics into complete songs. Each model has its own model details page where you can check API usage, parameters, and pricing. New models are added regularly, so check the Models page for the latest additions.

How does pricing work on HiAPI?

HiAPI uses transparent, pay-as-you-go pricing. Every model lists its price up front on its details page, so you know exactly what each generation will cost before you integrate. There are no hidden fees, no monthly commitments, and no complex tiered plans. You simply pay for what you use. The free credits you receive upon signup let you test the platform risk-free. For production usage, you can estimate your costs clearly based on your expected volume. This pricing model is designed to scale with you, from prototype to enterprise.

What is the task-based API workflow?

HiAPI uses a simple, asynchronous task-based workflow. You submit a generation job via POST /v1/tasks with the model name, input parameters, and optional settings like storage or callback. The API returns a task ID immediately. You can then check the task status, or if you provided a callback URL, HiAPI will notify you when the task is complete. Once finished, you retrieve the output artifacts using the persistent links. The idempotency key ensures that retries do not create duplicate tasks, making the system safe for production use. This workflow is designed for reliability and ease of debugging.