Unscreen – Automatic Video Background Removal
Unscreen is a web‑based service that removes the background from any video or GIF automatically, without the need for a green screen or manual editing. It works entirely in the browser, offering a free tier that processes videos up to 360 p and a Pro tier with Full‑HD resolution, no watermark, unlimited length, audio support, and API/plug‑in integration for professional workflows.
Key Features
- 100 % Automatic – AI analyses each frame and generates a clean, transparent background without any user interaction.
- Free Tier – Free background removal for videos up to 360 p, ideal for quick social‑media clips, GIFs, and small projects.
- Unscreen Pro (paid):
- Full‑HD (1080p) resolution for high‑quality output.
- No watermark – the output video contains no Unscreen branding.
- Unlimited length – process minutes‑long or hour‑long clips.
- Audio support – keep original audio tracks in MP4 output.
- Video file download – get a ready‑to‑use MP4 file.
- API & Plugins – integrate with Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and other tools via the Unscreen Pro plugin.
- API access – automate background removal in custom pipelines.
- Supported Formats – MP4, AVI, MOV, GIF, WebM, OGG, and more.
- Cross‑platform – works on any modern browser; no software installation required.
Use Cases
- Content creators: quickly produce background‑free videos for YouTube, TikTok, Instagram Reels, or Twitch streams.
- Educators & trainers: record lessons anywhere and remove the background to focus on the presenter.
- Marketing & advertising: generate product‑showcase videos without a studio.
- Developers: integrate the Unscreen API into apps, SaaS platforms, or automated workflows.
- Video editors: use the Adobe plugin to directly import background‑free clips into Premiere Pro or After Effects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is there a limit on video length for the free version? A: The free tier processes videos up to 360 p and a maximum duration of 5 seconds. For longer or higher‑resolution videos, upgrade to Unscreen Pro.
Q: Which file formats are supported? A: MP4, AVI, MOV, GIF, WebM, OGG, and other common video formats. GIFs are supported but do not retain audio.
Q: How does the privacy policy work? A: Uploaded videos are processed in memory and deleted when you leave the page. By uploading you accept the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
Q: Can I use the service offline? A: No, Unscreen runs on cloud servers; an internet connection is required.
Q: How do I get the API key?
A: Sign up for a free account, then access the API key from the dashboard. The API endpoint is https://api.unscreen.com
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