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HeyGen reaches $200M ARR, doubling in eight months
With more than 30 million users, customers in 196 countries and adoption by 85% of the Fortune 100, identity-first AI video is gaining ground.
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AI Avatar CreatorAI video's most lifelike avatars
Character consistency is what distinguishes a useful avatar from a gimmick. Avatar V delivers it from every angle, through every expression and in every video you create.
Consistent characters
Avatar V maintains a single, coherent identity across every video you create. The same face, the same subtle expressions, the same presence, whether in a 30-second clip or a 10-minute course module. No inconsistencies. No visual artefacts. No uncanny valley effect.
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Trained on your behaviour
Avatar V learns how you speak, gesture and move, then generates video that convincingly captures you. The same micro-expressions, the same presence, all from a single prompt.
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Multiple angles
Wide shots, medium shots and close-ups – all consistent and all from a single recording. The angles that enable one avatar to work across every format.
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Accurate lip-sync
Phoneme-level accuracy across every supported language. What you hear and what you see remain perfectly synchronised at any speed, across more than 175 languages and dialects.
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Emotion synchronised with voice
Fluid upper-body motion, responsive gestures and consistent movement across scene changes. The difference between an avatar that presents and one that performs.
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Avatar V: Scaling avatar generation from video references
Built using a five-stage AI training pipeline that captures not only how you look, but also how you move, gesture and express yourself.
Original footage
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Video AgentFrom idea to finished video with a single prompt
Type your idea. Click generate. Get a share-ready video almost as quickly as you can think. No camera, editing software or production skills required. Download it, edit it and share it straightaway.
Fully editable
Every motion element remains fully editable after generation. Adjust text, colour, timing or layout instantly in AI Studio without rendering the video again from scratch.
Explore Video AgentVisuals that resonate
Create motion graphics that support a coherent narrative. Visual overlays, explanatory animations and B-roll footage work together to tell your story.
Explore Video AgentLifelike A-roll
AI-generated presenter footage anchors every narrative. Presenters deliver your message naturally, providing the foundation for your video.
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AI StudioEverything you need to create, all in one place
The text-based editor makes AI video creation as straightforward as writing a document. Control tone, delivery, gestures and emotion in one seamless platform designed for human-centred storytelling.
Script-led control
Direct every word, gesture and emotion using a text-based editor that works like writing a document. Tone, delivery and pacing all respond to your script.
Explore AI StudioStudio-quality realism
Voice Director, Voice Mirroring, Gesture Control and Realistic Previews work together to bridge the gap between AI-generated and human-recorded video.
Explore AI StudioWorkflow ready for teams
Comments, tagging and multi-user editing keep collaboration on one platform. Brand Kit, automatic captions and B-roll deliver finished videos without the need to switch tools.
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Video translationOvercome language barriers with one click
AI video translation that preserves your tone, synchronises your lip movements and reaches audiences worldwide in more than 175 languages and dialects.
Straightforward translation
Upload a file or paste a YouTube link to translate videos with one click. No reshoots or manual dubbing – just fast, affordable localisation for any creator or business.
Explore video translationPrecise lip-sync
Voice cloning preserves your unique tone and delivery in more than 175 languages and dialects, whilst precise lip-sync aligns translated speech with facial movements.
Explore Video TranslationDesigned to scale globally
Translate existing footage or generate multilingual avatar videos from a single script. A brand glossary and multilingual player give you full control across markets.
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AI toolsEffective AI tools for every creator
HeyGen's AI video tools handle everything from avatar generation and voice cloning to captions, translation and turning any input into a polished video.
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Text to video
Create complete videos from a script using Text to Video. Our generator handles end-to-end editing and produces videos with voice-overs, visuals and avatars.
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Image to video
Turn any image into a dynamic AI video in seconds. Add a script for realistic lip-syncing, natural speech timing and expressive voices.
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Audio to video
Turn podcasts, voiceovers or any audio file into engaging videos with AI avatars, subtitles and animations. No editing required.
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AI video generator
Enter your idea and select ‘Generate’ to create a finished video in minutes. No camera, editing software or production skills are required. Download, edit or share it.
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AI avatars
Create business presenters, talking avatars or bespoke characters with studio-quality results. Type, upload and generate to design, edit and animate avatars.
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PPT/PDF to video
Import your PowerPoint presentation or PDF and turn each slide into a scene with lifelike AI avatars and natural voiceovers. Transform static slide decks into engaging videos for any audience.
Explore the toolFast, secure and ethical by design
Underpinned by verification, founded on trust
Verified identity for every avatar
Every bespoke avatar requires on-camera identity verification from the person depicted. No verification, no avatar. Removal requests are always honoured.
Moderation you can rely on
Machine-learning scanning flags violations as soon as content is generated. Trained human reviewers handle edge cases. No violence, political campaigning or harm to minors. These rules are enforced, not merely promised.
Security, rigorously tested
Annual penetration testing, continuous vulnerability management and round-the-clock monitoring. We treat compliance as the minimum standard, not the limit.
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EventsHeyGen Community
Join us at our upcoming meet-ups. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced user, there's something for everyone. Don't miss the opportunity to learn, develop and find inspiration within the Geniverse community!
Community meet-up in Prague
Meet-up in Miami
HeyGen × Seedance demo in Barcelona
Meet-up in Barcelona
Hands-on lab in San Francisco
Meet-up in Accra, Ghana
Customer storiesSupporting ambitious teams worldwide
From independent creators to global enterprises, discover the stories people are sharing with HeyGen and the new possibilities AI video opens up for creators of every kind.
40%increase in video viewing time
25%increase in course completion rates
‘This field moves quickly. If you’re not experimenting now, you’ll fall behind later. HeyGen has become a critical part of our infrastructure.’
Mustafa Furniturewala
CTO at Coursera
Frequently asked questions
How do you create an AI video of yourself?
Upload a short clip or reference image, then enter your script in HeyGen. The platform will generate a video with realistic AI movement and voice. You can animate it, adjust the format, and create explainer videos or social media clips using AI-powered editing tools.
Is HeyGen free? What the Free plan actually includes
Yes. HeyGen offer a Free plan that supports text-to-video and AI-generated video creation. Paid plans include advanced AI-powered video creation, video editing options and support for multiple formats, depending on the AI product and model you choose.
What types of input can I use to create videos with HeyGen?
You can generate AI videos using text and images, stock imagery or audio. HeyGen can transform text into explanatory videos using templates that make it straightforward to create and publish effective content in multiple formats and styles.
Can I convert audio into video with HeyGen?
Yes, you can convert audio to video with HeyGen.
Upload your audio and HeyGen’s AI-powered system will generate videos automatically. It synchronises speech and visuals to create realistic AI avatars and video clips, ideal for podcasts, explainer videos and educational content that need visual context.
Can I use text-to-video for business presentations on HeyGen?
Yes. With HeyGen’s text-to-video feature, you can create engaging explainer videos and slides from any text prompt. The AI image generator and video templates help you create and publish videos straightaway in your preferred format for marketing, training or product demonstrations.
Can AI videos replace traditional video production?
Yes. AI videos made with HeyGen can replace traditional production for most business, marketing and training needs.
You can animate scenes, add movement and generate a polished-looking video. It helps creators publish videos more quickly, keeping all edits within a single, straightforward, scalable and cost-effective video workflow.
How do you make AI videos using HeyGen?
To create an AI video in HeyGen, choose an avatar, paste in your script (or upload a presentation), then select a voice and language. Next, adjust the visuals and branding to suit your style, select ‘Generate’, and export the finished video.
Can I create AI videos using a reference image with HeyGen?
Yes. Upload a reference image to HeyGen and generate natural-looking AI videos. You can use AI to animate avatars or adjust expressions, creating personalised explainer videos or branded clips with realistic AI movement and synchronised audio.
What types of videos can I create with HeyGen?
HeyGen’s AI Video Generator lets you create explainer videos, marketing and sales promotions, product demonstrations, training and onboarding content, personalised outreach videos and social media clips, using realistic AI avatars, natural AI voices and multilingual translation to produce videos quickly at scale.
How long does it take to create an AI video?
HeyGen are very fast, and many videos are generated within a minute. If your video is longer, uses more scenes or has more complex effects, it may take a little longer, but will still typically be ready in just a few minutes.
Is HeyGen secure and ethical?
Yes. HeyGen keep your data safe and create avatars responsibly. You own your AI-generated videos and visuals, so you can publish content for marketing or training with confidence, knowing that your materials are produced ethically and securely.
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