Imagen 4 Is Retired: What to Use Now
Google shut down the Imagen 4 API on August 17, 2026. Banananano AI no longer presents it as an active generator. This page is retained as a factual migration reference for people who still search for the former model.
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Imagen 4 retired
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What changed
Google lists the Imagen 4 model codes as shut down on August 17, 2026. Existing prompts can still be useful, but new API calls need a supported model.
- Imagen 4 is not selectable in the Banananano AI generator
- This page does not claim that the retired endpoint still works
- Review the current model selector before starting a new workflow
Current alternatives
Choose an alternative based on the job, then validate it with your own prompt and references rather than assuming identical output.
- Nano Banana 2 for an efficient general-purpose Gemini image workflow
- Nano Banana Pro for complex instructions and professional asset production
- Flux 2, Seedream 4.5, or GPT Image 2 for a different visual direction
Primary sources
- Gemini API deprecations — Google AI for Developers
- Gemini API image generation documentation — Google AI for Developers
Frequently asked questions
Can I still generate with Imagen 4 here?
No. Google lists the Imagen 4 API models as shut down, and Banananano AI no longer offers Imagen 4 as an active generator option.
Which model should replace Imagen 4?
There is no identical replacement for every prompt. Google recommends current Gemini image models for new Gemini API workflows; compare Nano Banana 2 or Pro with the other current models available in the generator.
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