Tabu
Tabu — drop-in API to block nudity and explicit content in milliseconds. Pass App Store UGC reviews.
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What is Tabu?
Tabu is an AI-powered content moderation API that classifies images and videos to detect nudity and explicit content (porn, hentai, sexy, drawings, neutral) in under 200ms. It helps platforms pass App Store reviews, meet DSA/Online Safety Act compliance requirements, and automate user-generated content moderation at scale.
Tabu pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Free: $0/mo (5,000 ops/mo); Starter: $29/mo (50,000 ops/mo); Growth: $79/mo (250,000 ops/mo); Scale: $199/mo (1,000,000 ops/mo); Custom Enterprise available
Tabu pros
- Sub-200ms latency with 93%+ accuracy for image and video classification
- Privacy-first architecture—images processed in memory and instantly destroyed, with zero data retention
- Compliance-ready with auto-generated DSA transparency reports and regulatory audit trails
- Human-in-the-loop review queue with instant webhook sync for moderation decision overrides
- Free tier (5,000 ops/month) and straightforward pay-as-you-grow pricing; integrates in under 5 minutes
Tabu cons
- Limited to 5 content categories (no general-purpose moderation beyond nudity/explicit detection)
- Free tier and lower-tier plans may be insufficient for high-volume platforms without upgrade
- Enterprise/custom plans require direct contact with sales team; no transparent enterprise pricing listed
Frequently asked questions about Tabu
What happens to my images after classification?
Tabu processes images entirely in memory and instantly destroys files after classification. No data is stored or harvested.
How accurate is Tabu's detection?
Tabu reports 93%+ accuracy with sub-200ms latency, powered by the open-source MobileNetV2 architecture.
Can I adjust sensitivity for different content types?
Yes—Tabu provides configurable thresholds via the dashboard with independent sliders for image and video analysis across Porn, Hentai, and Sexy content.
Does Tabu help with App Store and regulatory compliance?
Yes—it addresses Apple App Store Guideline 1.2 (UGC moderation), EU Digital Services Act, and UK Online Safety Act requirements with auto-generated compliance reports.