## Welcome to LogoAIpro

Version 1.0
Updated January 2025
Welcome to LogoAIpro v1.0! This comprehensive documentation will guide you through setting up and deploying your AI-powered logo generation platform. Create professional, unique brand identities in seconds with cutting-edge AI technology.

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Overview

LogoAIpro is an intelligent, AI-driven platform that enables businesses, entrepreneurs, and creators to design professional, unique brand identities in seconds. Built with state-of-the-art AI models (Flux Schnell and Flux Dev via Nebius AI), it serves startups, small businesses, freelancers, agencies, and anyone needing a professional logo without the traditional design costs or time investment.

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AI Logo Generation

Create unique logos using advanced AI models (Flux Schnell and Flux Dev) powered by Nebius AI infrastructure.

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6 Design Styles

Choose from Minimal, Technology, Corporate, Creative, Abstract, and Flashy design styles to match your brand.

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Full Customization

Customize colors, sizes (256x256, 512x512, 1024x1024), and quality settings (Standard, HD) for your logos.

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Credit System

Flexible credit-based pricing with packages: Basic (50 credits), Pro (150 credits), and Enterprise (500 credits).

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Fully Responsive

Mobile-first design with beautiful UI, optimized for all devices including iPhone SE and desktop.

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User History

Track and manage previously generated logos with a comprehensive history and gallery system.

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System Architecture

Tech Stack:

- Framework: Next.js 15 (App Router) - Monolithic Architecture
- Language: TypeScript
- UI Library: Tailwind CSS & Shadcn UI
- Database: MongoDB with Mongoose ODM
- Authentication: Clerk (Complete authentication solution)
- Payments: Stripe (Credit packages and one-time purchases)
- AI Integration: Nebius AI (Flux Schnell & Flux Dev models)
- Rate Limiting: Upstash Redis (10 requests per 30 days)
- Observability: Helicone (AI request monitoring)
- Analytics: Umami (Optional analytics)
- Deployment: Vercel (recommended) or AWS EC2

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Key Features

### 6-Step Logo Creation Wizard

- Step 1 - Brand Name: Enter your company or brand name to be included in the logo
- Step 2 - Style Selection: Choose from 6 professional design styles
- Step 3 - Colors & Model: Customize primary color, background color, and select AI model
- Step 4 - Size & Quality: Select output dimensions and quality level
- Step 5 - Additional Details: Provide optional brand personality and preferences
- Step 6 - Generated Logo: View, download, or regenerate your logo

### Design Styles

- Minimal: Simple, timeless, single-color with negative space and flat design
- Technology: Detailed, sharp, cinematic, minimalist with clean lines
- Corporate: Modern, forward-thinking, geometric shapes with professional appeal
- Creative: Playful, bright bold colors, rounded shapes, lively designs
- Abstract: Artistic, unique shapes, patterns, and visually interesting textures
- Flashy: Attention-grabbing, bold, futuristic with vibrant neon colors

### AI Models

- Flux Schnell: Optimized for realistic and detailed logos with fast generation
- Flux Dev: Advanced model for enhanced realism and complex designs

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Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have:

- Node.js 18+ installed
- MongoDB database (Atlas recommended)
- Clerk account (for authentication)
- Nebius AI API key (for AI logo generation)
- Stripe account (for payment processing)
- Upstash Redis account (for rate limiting)
- Helicone account (optional, for observability)
- Umami account (optional, for analytics)

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Quick Start

1. Clone: Get the repository from GitHub
2. Install: Run `npm install` to install dependencies
3. Environment Setup: Configure all required API keys in `.env.local`
4. Database: Set up MongoDB connection
5. Authentication: Configure Clerk authentication
6. AI Service: Set up Nebius AI API key
7. Start: Run `npm run dev` to start development server
8. Deploy: Follow deployment guides for Vercel or AWS EC2

Pro Tip: For production use, Vercel is recommended for easy deployment and automatic scaling. AWS EC2 is also supported for more control over the infrastructure.

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Pricing & Credits

### Credit Packages

Package | Credits | Price | Price/Credit
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Basic | 50 | $9.99 | $0.20
Pro | 150 | $24.99 | $0.17
Enterprise | 500 | $79.99 | $0.16

Free Tier: All new users receive 10 free credits to test the platform. No credit card required!

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Documentation Sections

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User Guide

Complete end-user documentation for creating logos, managing history, and navigating the dashboard.

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Deployment

Step-by-step guides for deploying to Vercel (recommended) or AWS EC2.

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Configuration

Environment setup, API integrations (Clerk, Nebius AI, Stripe), and system configuration.

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Customization

Frontend modifications, theming, pricing configuration, and feature customization guides.

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Support & Resources

Need Help?

- Documentation: Comprehensive guides for all features
- README: Check the main README.md for detailed information
- Issues: Report issues on GitHub
- Community: Join our developer community

Ready to get started? Follow our step-by-step deployment guides. Each section includes detailed instructions, code examples, and troubleshooting tips.

Start with User Guide → Deploy to Vercel →