Character Swap
Replace any person in your video with an anime character, 3D avatar, or anyone else. AI keeps the background, motion, and audio intact. No editing skills needed.
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Upload Your Video
Upload the video you want to edit. The person in it will be replaced. Max 30 seconds, steady footage works best.
Upload Video
MP4, MOV up to 50MB (max 30 seconds)
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Replacement Character
Upload a character image you already have, or generate one with AI.
Upload Character Image
JPG, PNG up to 10MB · Clear, front-facing works best
Cost: 20 credits (10 credits per image)
Processing Takes Time
Character swap AI replaces the person frame-by-frame. Estimated processing: depends on video length. You can leave this tab open and we'll notify you when it's done.
Quality Mode
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Estimated time remaining: ~5 minutes
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First time? Quick tips for the best results
Beginner
Best Videos
- One person clearly visible
- Stable camera, good lighting
- Talking head / podcast format
- Under 10 seconds for best quality
Avoid
- Multiple people in frame
- Shaky handheld footage
- Dark or backlit scenes
- Fast camera panning or zooming
How It Works
Three steps. No editing skills needed.
1
Upload your video
Any video up to 30 seconds. The AI automatically detects the person in the frame.
2
Choose a character
Upload an image or generate one with AI. Anime, 3D, realistic, illustration - any style.
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Download the result
AI replaces the person frame-by-frame. Background, motion, and audio stay intact. No watermarks.
Comparison
Character Swap vs Motion Transfer
Two tools, different jobs. Here's when to use each.
| Character Swap | Motion Transfer | |
|---|---|---|
| What it does | Replaces a person in existing footage | Animates a still image with a reference video |
| Input | Your video + character image | Still image + motion reference video |
| Background | Preserved from original video | AI-generated new background |
| Best for | Editing real footage, podcasts, VFX | Making characters dance, move, perform |
| Audio | Kept from original video | No audio output |
FAQ
Common questions
What video formats and lengths are supported?
MP4, MOV, and WebM up to 30 seconds and 100MB. For best results, keep clips under 10 seconds. The AI processes each frame individually, so shorter clips produce higher quality output and process faster.
Can I swap a person with an anime or cartoon character?
Yes. The AI works across any visual style: anime, 3D renders, cartoon illustrations, paintings, or real photographs. Just upload a clear front-facing image of the character. You can also generate one directly using the built-in AI image generator.
What kind of videos work best?
Videos with a single person clearly visible, stable camera, and good lighting work best. Talking head content like podcasts and vlogs are ideal. Avoid clips with multiple people, heavy camera movement, or very dark scenes.
How long does processing take?
Short clips under 5 seconds typically finish in 40-60 seconds. Longer clips up to 30 seconds can take a few minutes. You can leave the tab open and the browser will notify you when it's ready.
What's the difference between Standard and Pro mode?
Standard outputs at 540p and costs 4 credits per second. Pro outputs at 720p with higher fidelity and costs 7 credits per second. Standard is great for social media and quick tests. Use Pro for final renders where detail matters.
How many credits does a character swap cost?
It depends on video length and mode. A 5-second clip costs 20 credits in Standard or 35 in Pro. A 10-second clip costs 40 or 70. Free accounts get 10 credits on signup (plus 10 more for phone verification), enough for a short test clip.
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