KINETK
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What is KINETK?
KINETK is the world's first AI-powered decentralized IP protection network and content tracking system built for creators moving at the speed of the internet. It transforms the social web into a real-time IP Graph of creators, communities, and narratives that is accessible through the KINETK API and MCP for AI agents. The platform gives creators total visibility into where their content goes, how it spreads, and who's using it, even if content is cropped, remixed, stolen, or posted in random Discord servers.
Key features include proprietary Agentic AI fingerprinting, tracking and detection technology that identifies content across platforms even after it's edited, cropped, or reposted. KINETK uses distributed ledger technology (blockchain) to stamp an immutable record of content provenance in the form of a tamper-proof certificate. The platform supports both watermarked content (with invisible mathematical signatures for images and audio) and non-watermarked or already uploaded content. The live Sentinel network continuously scans the social web with hundreds of Sentinels providing instant notifications when content appears online.
KINETK is designed for independent creators to large teams managing multiple catalogs, including content creators, business owners, brand builders, talent managers, and agents. The platform offers HTTP API with REST endpoints for backends and dashboards, plus an MCP server for AI coding and research agents like Claude, Cursor, and Gemini. The Intelligence Graph connects creators, communities, narratives, and provenance with 15 billion AI-ready embeddings and 500M+ data points across TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Reddit, Pinterest, X, and more platforms.
The platform enables creators to track content across the internet, detect infringement using advanced watermarking and fingerprinting, and protect their IP by gaining data insights and enforcement options. KINETK doesn't host, alter, or gatekeep content—creators maintain full ownership and control without transferring any rights. The system provides real-time certificate creation, automated stamping for future uploads, and fine-grained real-time data at your fingertips.
KINETK pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
API keys are self-serve and free to create from the KINETK dashboard. Keys come with default per-second and per-day rate limits that are generous for development. Intelligence jobs are metered in credits where 1 credit equals $1.00, purchased from the dashboard's billing page. Higher production rate limits require contacting [email protected]. The platform does not display specific subscription tiers or monthly pricing for the creator IP protection service on the website—users must sign up to access the dashboard and billing options.
KINETK pros
- Real-time IP Graph tracking across all social platforms
- Works on cropped, remixed, cropped, or edited content
- No visible watermark or quality degradation
- Blockchain certificates are tamper-proof and immutable
- Hundreds of Sentinels continuously scan the social web
- Supports both watermarked and non-watermarked content
- Invisible mathematical signature for images and audio
- Instant notifications when content appears online
- API and MCP access for developers and AI agents
- 15 billion AI-ready embeddings for deep analysis
- Platform agnostic with fine-grained real-time data
- Creators maintain full ownership—no rights transferred
- Automated certificate creation for future uploads
- Works on content already uploaded to platforms
- 500M+ data points across TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Reddit, Pinterest, X
- Graph RAG provides grounded, real-time, provenance-backed outputs
- Self-serve API key creation from the dashboard
- MCP server integrates with Claude, Cursor, Gemini CLI
KINETK cons
- Watermarking only available for images and audio, not video
- API key secret shown only once at creation—cannot retrieve later
- Per-second and per-day rate limits apply to all keys
- Intelligence jobs metered in credits at $1.00 per credit
- No hosting or content storage—pure tracking layer only
- Existing certificates remain on-chain even after account deletion
- Cannot modify content or make account changes
- Production limits require contacting [email protected]
Frequently asked questions about KINETK
What is KINETK and what does it do?
KINETK is the content tracking and protection layer built for creators moving at the speed of the internet. It gives you total visibility into where your content goes, how it spreads, and who's using it, even if they crop it, remix it, steal it, or post it in random Discord servers. You upload your video and KINETK creates certificates that are trackable everywhere they go.
How does KINETK track my content across platforms?
KINETK uses distributed ledger technology to stamp an immutable record of content provenance in the form of a certificate. It then applies proprietary Agentic AI fingerprinting, tracking and detection technology to identify your content across platforms even after it's been edited, cropped, or reposted. The tech supports both KINETK watermarked content and non-watermarked or already uploaded content.
Does KINETK add a visible watermark to my content?
No. KINETK doesn't add visible watermarks. It uses no filters, no visible watermark, and makes no changes to quality. For images and audio files, it embeds an invisible mathematical signature within the content that allows Agentic AI agents enhanced ability to detect and track your content.
Do I lose ownership or rights to my content when using KINETK?
No. KINETK doesn't host, alter, or gatekeep your content. You don't give up any control or rights by working with KINETK. Your content is still yours and you transfer no ownership of anything to anyone. You maintain full creative control and copyright.
What is a KINETK certificate and how does blockchain work?
A certificate is a tamper-proof digital file etched on an immutable ledger or blockchain, providing a clear record of content ownership and provenance. Specific metadata includes content ownership details that are stamped on the blockchain making it immutable—it cannot be removed. You can deactivate your KINETK account at any time, but existing certificates remain on-chain.
Who should use KINETK?
KINETK can be used by anyone who creates and shares content, from independent creators to large teams managing multiple catalogs. It's ideal for creators, business owners, brand builders, talent managers, or agents who crave control, reach, attribution, monetization, and growth without guesswork. The platform is open and platform agnostic.
How do I get started with KINETK?
There are two ways: connect your YouTube or TikTok account for automatic data import, real-time certificate creation, and enhanced security, or use the upload feature to build your dashboard and create certificates manually. Option 2 requires using their upload feature but you won't have access to automated stamping functionality for future uploads.
Can I delete my KINETK account and what happens to certificates?
Yes, you can delete your account at any time from within the app settings. Deleting your account stops the creation of new certificates but does not delete existing certificates already recorded on-chain. Existing certificates remain permanently on the blockchain.
What is the Sentinel network and how does it work?
The Sentinel network is a live network of hundreds of Sentinels that continuously scan the social web for your content. It provides instant notification when your content appears anywhere online. Sentinels power the KINETK IP Protection Network and enable real-time data collection, moving outputs from stale and static to recent and relevant.
What is /proof of human/ in KINETK's vision?
/proof of human/ is KINETK's vision to help maintain authenticity in a world increasingly filled with AI-generated content. KINETK is determined to preserve attribution and transparency, letting everyone know whether there's a heartbeat behind what you're looking at—distinguishing human-created content from AI-generated content.