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Wick App Enhancements for Illustrator Support

As of July 25, 2025, Wick Inc. has launched a significant update to its manga application, Wick, introducing a new social networking service (SNS) feature aimed at safeguarding illustrations from unintended AI learning. This enhancement has been designed to create a more secure environment for illustrators, allowing them to share their work with confidence.

Comprehensive Protection of Illustrations

The new SNS functionality incorporates both policy and technical measures to protect the artwork of illustrators. Wick ensures creators can engage with their audience without the fear of unauthorized use of their creations by other parties.

Noise Filter Feature

One of the standout features is the noise filter, which prevents accurate AI learning by applying noise effects to illustrations. Users can adjust the noise level based on their requirements, whether for varied applications or visibility ranges. This feature is available to all users free of charge, enabling them to use the noise filter as many times as they wish. Although still in development, future updates aim to enhance the accuracy and flexibility of this feature.

Additionally, once users have applied the noise filter to their images, the altered versions will be available for download, providing illustrators with further control over their protected works.

Strict Anti-Unauthorized Usage Policies

Wick has established regulations that prohibit the use of content for AI learning without the authors' consent. This ensures that all rights associated with the content uploaded to the platform remain with the submitters. Wick itself cannot reuse this content without explicit permission from the creators.

Restrictions on Image Usage

To further combat unauthorized usage, all images displayed within the Wick application cannot be directly downloaded or saved by users, thus preventing third-party appropriation.

Moreover, the app has also disabled the screenshot function entirely, ensuring that creators' works cannot be captured through screen grabs without their knowledge. This is a significant step against the unauthorized reproduction and distribution of illustrations.

Images uploaded to Wick are also excluded from being indexed by search engines, ensuring that works do not unintentionally spread across the internet. This measure enhances protection against unsanctioned visibility of creators' illustrations in various online spaces.

Feature for Supporting Favorite Creators

Wick’s SNS platform enables users to express their support for their favorite creators through enhanced liking and replying features. Users can utilize Wick points, which they can earn for free, to send standout 'Super Likes' or 'Super Replies' to artists they admire, providing an additional avenue for interaction.

It’s worth noting that to monetize these interactions, creators must undergo the official user application process defined by Wick.

About Wick

Wick operates as an integrated platform combining manga application functionality with social networking features. By eliminating platform fees, Wick aims to deliver the full value of content creation directly to the creators themselves. This model fosters an environment where creators can easily monetize their work while ensuring that users have a seamless way to support their favorite artists.

Wick encompasses features that protect against unintended AI learning and prevent unauthorized reproduction, ensuring that both creators and users enjoy a healthy and supportive content ecosystem.

Company Overview

• - Store Page: iOS/Android
• - Company Name: Wick Inc.
• - Established: May 22, 2024
• - Representative: Keiken Nakado
• - Headquarters: 7F Minami Azabu TMD Building, 2-12-7 Minami Azabu, Minato, Tokyo, Japan
• - Phone Number: 03-6820-1497
• - Email Address: [email protected]