Photo to Video Maker

Add your photos, pick a style and get a vertical video for Reels, TikTok or Shorts, with a live preview.

1. Add photos (0/12)

Choose photosJPG, PNG or WebP · up to 12 · stays on your device

2. Style

3. Text on video (optional)

4. Music (optional)

Use music you have the rights to. On Instagram and TikTok you can also add trending sounds after uploading.

Preview

Add photos to see the preview

By CreatorKitly Team · Updated November 1, 2026 · 2 min read

How to use the Photo to Video Maker

Choose up to 12 photos and put them in order.
Pick a transition (slow zoom, fade or slide), seconds per photo, and add text or music if you like.
Watch the live preview, tap Create reel, then share or download the video.

How the photo to video maker works

Your photos never leave your phone or computer. The tool draws each photo on a 9:16 canvas (1280 pixels tall), adds the transition and text you chose, and records it as a video in your browser. Because it records in real time, a 15-second video takes about 15 seconds to make.

Most phones and Chrome save the result as MP4. Some older browsers save WebM; if an app won't accept it, open this page in an up-to-date Chrome or Safari.

Which style to choose

Option	What it does	Good for
Slow zoom	Each photo gently zooms in (the "Ken Burns" effect)	Travel, memories, products
Fade	Photos dissolve into each other	Calm, emotional videos
Slide	The next photo slides in from the side	Fast, energetic recaps
Fill screen	Crops photos to fill the 9:16 frame	Portrait photos
Show whole photo	Keeps the full photo on a blurred background	Landscape and group photos

Tips for a better reel

Start with your best photo. The first second decides whether people keep watching.
2–3 seconds per photo feels right for Reels and TikTok; use 4–5 seconds for slower, emotional videos.
Keep text short. One line like "Goa, day 1 🌴" is easier to read than a paragraph.
Add trending audio in the app. Upload the video silent, then pick a sound in Instagram or TikTok so you use licensed music.

Music rights

Only add music you have the right to use. For Reels and TikTok, adding a sound inside the app is the safest option.

Need a caption for your reel? Try the AI Caption Generator and the Hook Generator. Want to change the shape of an existing video instead? Use Crop Video.

Frequently asked questions

Is the photo to video maker free?

Yes. It is free, with no signup and no watermark.

Are my photos uploaded?

No. The video is made in your browser, so your photos stay on your device.

How many photos can I add?

Up to 12 photos per video.

What size is the video?

720 × 1280 pixels in a 9:16 vertical format, ready for Reels, TikTok and YouTube Shorts.

Why is my video a WebM file?

Some browsers can only record WebM. Open the page in an up-to-date Chrome or Safari to get MP4.

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