# pillbits - Full Documentation for LLMs

> AI-powered microlearning platform that transforms video content into complete courses in under 10 minutes. Creators keep 90% of sales.

## Company Overview

pillbits is a microlearning platform designed for speed and simplicity. The platform uses artificial intelligence to automatically generate course content from video uploads, including quizzes, articles, podcasts, and learning paths.

### Mission
Enable anyone with expertise to create professional microlearning courses without video editing skills or technical knowledge.

### Target Audience
1. **Content Creators**: Coaches, consultants, experts who want to monetize their knowledge
2. **Enterprises**: Companies needing fast, effective employee training
3. **Educators**: Teachers and trainers seeking modern delivery methods

## Product Details

### AI-Powered Features

#### Automatic Content Generation
When a creator uploads a video, the AI:
- Transcribes the audio
- Generates a course title and description
- Creates an article summarizing the content
- Builds a quiz to test comprehension
- Suggests course structure and lesson order

#### iPodcast
- Converts any video lesson into natural podcast-style audio
- Customizable voice personas (choose tone, style, and personality)
- Listeners can consume content audio-only while commuting or exercising

#### Voice Persona
- Multiple AI voice options for podcast generation
- Create custom voice personas matching your brand
- Natural-sounding conversational delivery

#### Smart Video Split
- Upload long-form videos (30min+)
- AI analyzes content and identifies natural breakpoints
- Automatically segments into optimal microlearning clips (3-7 min)
- Maintains context and flow between segments

#### Gamification
- Points system for lesson completion, quiz scores, and streaks
- Daily/weekly streaks to encourage consistent learning
- Leaderboards for competitive motivation
- Achievement badges for milestones

#### Smart Insights
- Identifies where students struggle
- Recommends content improvements
- Tracks engagement patterns

### Platform Capabilities

#### For Creators
- **Video Upload**: Accept any video format, mobile recordings welcome
- **PDF Content**: Upload PDF documents as supplementary course material
- **Instant Publishing**: Course ready in under 10 minutes
- **Custom Pricing**: Set your own price per course
- **White-Label**: Custom domain (courses.yourbrand.com)
- **Analytics**: Track sales, completions, engagement
- **Direct Payouts**: Stripe Connect integration
- **Stories**: Instagram-style stories for course previews and engagement
- **Public Profile**: Marketplace profile page showcasing all courses

#### For Enterprise
- **Bulk User Management**: Import CSV, share invite links
- **Compliance Tracking**: Mandatory training with completion records
- **Advanced Analytics**: Per-user and per-course metrics
- **SSO Integration**: Single sign-on support
- **Custom Branding**: Full white-label experience
- **Access Codes**: Enterprise access via invite codes

### Microlearning Philosophy

pillbits is built on research showing:
- Short lessons (3-7 minutes) have 5x higher completion rates
- Learners retain 80% more from microlearning vs traditional courses
- Engagement drops significantly after 10 minutes
- Quiz-based learning improves knowledge retention

## Pricing Structure

### Creator Plans
- **Free Tier**: No monthly fees
- **Revenue Model**: 10% platform fee on sales only
- **Payout**: Creators receive 90% of every sale
- **Processing**: Instant via Stripe Connect

### Enterprise Plans

| Plan | Seats | Monthly | Annual | Per Extra Seat |
|------|-------|---------|--------|----------------|
| Team | 5 | $29 | $290 | $5 |
| Business | 25 | $99 | $990 | $4 |
| Enterprise | 100 | $299 | $2,990 | $3 |
| Custom | 100+ | Contact | Contact | Custom |

All enterprise plans include:
- Unlimited course creation
- AI content generation (quiz, article, podcast)
- Custom domain
- Analytics dashboard
- Email support
- Gamification features

### Comparison: pillbits vs Competitors

| Feature | pillbits | Hotmart | Teachable | Kajabi |
|---------|----------|---------|-----------|--------|
| Course Creation Time | <10 min | Hours | Hours | Hours |
| AI Content Generation | Full (quiz, article, podcast) | No | No | Limited |
| AI Podcast (iPodcast) | Yes | No | No | No |
| Smart Video Split | Yes | No | No | No |
| Gamification | Built-in | No | No | No |
| Revenue Split | 90% | 80-90% | 75-85% | 100%* |
| Monthly Fee | Free | Free | $59+ | $149+ |
| White-Label | Included | Extra | Extra | Included |
| Microlearning Focus | Yes | No | No | No |
| Stories Feature | Yes | No | No | No |

*Kajabi charges high monthly fees instead of transaction fees

## AI Integration

### Content-Signal Headers
All public pages include `Content-Signal` HTTP headers:
- Public pages: `Content-Signal: ai-train=yes, search=yes, ai-input=yes`
- Private pages: `Content-Signal: ai-train=no, search=no, ai-input=no`

### Markdown Content Negotiation
Request any public page with `Accept: text/markdown` header to receive clean markdown:
- Reduces token usage from ~16K (HTML) to ~3K (markdown)
- YAML frontmatter with structured metadata
- Response includes `x-markdown-tokens` header with token estimate

### Structured Data
All public pages include JSON-LD schemas:
- Homepage: WebSite, Organization, SoftwareApplication, FAQPage, Product, HowTo, ItemList
- Course pages: Course, BreadcrumbList, VideoObject
- Comparison pages: Product with review data

### Discovery Files
- `/.well-known/ai-plugin.json` - AI agent discovery metadata
- `/llms.txt` - Concise platform overview (llmstxt.org standard)
- `/llms-full.txt` - Full documentation for LLMs

## Technical Specifications

### Platform Architecture
- Frontend: Next.js with React
- Backend: Node.js with Fastify
- Database: PostgreSQL
- Queue: Redis with BullMQ
- Hosting: Google Cloud Run
- CDN: Cloudflare

### Video Processing
- Accepts all common formats (MP4, MOV, WebM, etc.)
- Automatic transcoding for web delivery
- Smart split for long-form content
- Mobile-friendly recording support
- No minimum quality requirements

### Payment Processing
- Stripe Connect for global payments
- Support for credit/debit cards
- Automatic payouts to creators
- Multi-currency support

### Security
- SSL/TLS encryption
- GDPR compliant
- SOC 2 alignment
- Regular security audits

## Use Cases

### Content Creators
- **Consultants**: Package expertise into sellable courses
- **Coaches**: Create supplementary training materials
- **Influencers**: Monetize audience with educational content
- **Professionals**: Share industry knowledge

### Corporate Training
- **Onboarding**: New employee orientation
- **Compliance**: Mandatory regulatory training
- **Product Knowledge**: Sales team enablement
- **Soft Skills**: Leadership and communication

### Education
- **Supplementary Learning**: Quick concept explanations
- **Test Prep**: Focused review sessions
- **Professional Development**: Continuing education

## Frequently Asked Questions

### General

**Q: Do I need video editing skills?**
A: No. Upload any video, even smartphone recordings. The AI handles everything.

**Q: How long does course creation take?**
A: Under 10 minutes from video upload to published course.

**Q: What's the revenue split?**
A: Creators keep 90% of all sales. Platform takes 10%.

**Q: Is there a monthly fee?**
A: Free for creators. Enterprise plans start at $29/month.

**Q: What is iPodcast?**
A: AI converts your video lessons into natural podcast-style audio with customizable voice personas.

**Q: How does Smart Video Split work?**
A: Upload a long video, and AI automatically identifies natural breakpoints to segment it into optimal 3-7 minute micro-lessons.

### Technical

**Q: Can I use my own domain?**
A: Yes. Full white-label with custom domains (courses.yourdomain.com).

**Q: What video formats are supported?**
A: All common formats: MP4, MOV, WebM, AVI, MKV.

**Q: How do I receive payments?**
A: Directly to your bank via Stripe Connect. Automatic payouts.

**Q: Can AI agents access your content?**
A: Yes. Request any public page with `Accept: text/markdown` for optimized markdown content.

### Enterprise

**Q: How do I invite employees?**
A: Email invitations, CSV import, or shareable invite links.

**Q: Is there a free trial?**
A: Yes. 7-day free trial for Team plans. No credit card required.

**Q: Can employees access for free?**
A: Yes. Employees access through company invitation at no additional cost.

## Contact Information

- **Website**: https://pillbits.com
- **Enterprise**: https://pillbits.com/enterprise
- **Email**: contato@pillbits.com
- **Support**: Available in-app and via email

## Blog

pillbits publishes articles about microlearning, digital education, AI in education, and content strategies for creators. The blog supports both Portuguese (PT-BR) and English content.

- Blog: https://pillbits.com/blog
- RSS Feed: https://pillbits.com/blog/feed.xml
- Blog Markdown: https://pillbits.com/api/md/blog

## Quick Links

- Create Course: https://pillbits.com/try-now
- Pricing: https://pillbits.com/pricing
- Enterprise Plans: https://pillbits.com/enterprise#pricing
- Compare Platforms: https://pillbits.com/compare
- Blog: https://pillbits.com/blog
- FAQ: https://pillbits.com#faq
- Privacy Policy: https://pillbits.com/privacy
- Terms of Service: https://pillbits.com/terms

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Last Updated: February 2026
Platform Version: 3.0
Languages: English, Portuguese (Brazil)