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The Birthday collection · 06 effects

Make a Birthday Video from Your Photo

Choose birthday candles, a balloon surprise or a confetti filled party. Create a personal celebration from one portrait, any day of the year.

Choose your video effect

10 free credits · enough for your first video

Your photo → your photo in motionMP4 · 9:16 · 720p · about 6.5 sec

Small moments, in motion

Start with a photo.
Choose its next moment.

Watch the samples and choose an effect. Each preset has its own photo requirements and creates a short scene with a fixed creative direction. Use a photo you have permission to use and check the selected effect before uploading.

These photo to video results are creative interpretations, so facial details and motion can vary. The samples show AI generated adults or pets, depending on the effect. Review your own result before sharing it, and read our likeness refund promise.

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Good to know

A little clarity
before you create.

How do I make a Birthday video from a photo?

Choose a scene and upload a clear photo of one consenting adult. The AI creates the setting and props. Use only images and likenesses you have permission to animate.

Which birthday scene should I choose?

Birthday candles centers on a wish and blowing out the cake candles. Balloon surprise fills the portrait with colorful balloons and a delighted reaction. Birthday party adds a cone hat, confetti and a shoulder dance.

Can I make a birthday video at any time of year?

Yes. Birthday effects stay available all year. These presets do not offer a custom name, age or spoken greeting; add your own message to the downloaded MP4 in an editor.

How much does a video cost, and what will I download?

Each generation uses 10 credits and requests six seconds in a vertical 720p MP4. New visitors receive 10 welcome credits shared across the site, enough for one video without signing in. Likeness, motion and final duration can vary.

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Your free browser credits and creations move into your account when you sign in. Paid activation code credits need a separate transfer. Signing in does not start a video or a payment.