Animate an old photo
Bring a family picture to life with a slow blink, a smile or a gentle camera drift.
Image to Video AI
Your photoImage to video AI turns one still photo into a moving clip. Upload the photo, describe the motion you want, and pick a model: Wan 2.2 makes 1 free Wan 2.2 clip when you sign up, while Kling 4.0, Veo 3.1 and Seedance 2.5 give longer, sharper takes for paid credits.
Scroll to explore↓How to Turn a Photo Into a Video
Three steps. Your photo is sent only to the model you pick to make the clip, and deleted from our storage within 24 hours.
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Upload a clear photo
One subject, good light, the face or product in focus. JPG, PNG or WebP all work.
- 2
Describe the motion, not the picture
The model can already see the photo. Tell it what should move: "she turns and smiles", "slow push-in", "steam rises from the cup".
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Pick a model and generate
Try it free on Wan 2.2, or choose a paid model for a longer clip. The price is on the button before you generate.
Pick a Model for AI Image to Video
Each image to video AI model treats a photo differently. Kling 4.0 animates a start frame into a long take. Veo 3.1 adds native sound and offers the highest resolution of the group. Seedance 2.5 holds a subject steady across a long clip with sound. Wan 2.2 is the free option for short drafts.
Photo to Video Ideas
What people use photo to video AI for most.
Make a portrait move
Turn a headshot into a short clip for a profile, a story or a thank-you message.
Bring a product shot to life
Rotate a bottle, pour a drink, let fabric catch the wind. One photo becomes an ad-ready clip.
Make your pet dance
Upload a photo of your dog or cat and describe the dance. Veo 3.1 made the clip here from a single photo of a dog.
Is Image to Video AI Free?
Yes, to start. New accounts get 1 free Wan 2.2 clip. The paid models use paid credits and show the price before you generate.
Tips for Better Results
Small changes that make the biggest difference.
Which photos work best
Sharp, well lit, one clear subject. Busy backgrounds and tiny faces give the model less to hold on to.
Aspect ratio and framing
Leave space around the subject in the direction it will move. Crop vertical for phones, wide for desktop.
When to regenerate
If faces drift or hands melt, shorten the clip or simplify the motion before you try a different model.
FAQ
Can I turn a picture into a video for free?
Yes. Sign up and use your free Wan 2.2 clips to turn a picture into a short video. Longer or higher resolution clips use a paid model.
How long does image to video take?
Most clips are ready in a few minutes. Longer clips and higher resolutions take longer, and the page updates on its own when your video is done.
What photo size and format can I upload?
JPG, PNG or WebP, up to 8 MB. A sharp photo with one clear subject gives the best motion.
Can I animate a photo of someone else?
Only with their permission. Do not upload photos of public figures, minors or anyone who has not agreed to it. See the acceptable use policy.
Can I use the video commercially?
Videos made with paid credits can be used commercially, subject to our terms and the model developer's terms.
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