Convert text to video with AI in minutes

Type your message, select a look, and watch it transform into a polished video. No sign-up, watermarks, or editing skills needed.

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Trusted by over 1,000,000 developers and leading companies.

Transform your written content into professional videos
without filming

HeyGen’s AI-powered text-to-video tool makes video creation easier than ever. Just type in your script, pick an AI avatar and voice, and you’ll have a high-quality video ready in minutes. No cameras, actors, or editing software required.

Accessibility

Accessibility

Anyone can create a video from text. No filming skills or special tools needed.

Efficiency

Efficiency

Turn your blog posts, presentations, or scripts into videos quickly using AI.

Variety

Variety

Pick from over 500 avatars, 175 languages, and 400 templates to fit your message and audience.

Cost-effectiveness

Cost-effectiveness

Cut out expensive production while still creating polished, professional videos at scale.

Best practices for converting text to video

To make the most of HeyGen’s AI text to video online tool, aim to tailor your content strategically to engage viewers.

Script

Write clear, concise scripts to keep your text structured for smooth narration.

Avatar

Choose the right AI avatar and voice. HeyGen offers 500+ avatars and 300+ voices for the perfect tone.

Visuals

Use engaging visuals and animations to enhance your video with graphics, subtitles, and transitions.

Translate

Translate for global reach by automatically converting your text into multiple languages for international audiences.

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Benefits

Benefits of using a
text to video tool

HeyGen makes it easy to convert text to video and create videos in minutes while giving you advanced creative control.

Product placement

Easily place products into your videos using avatars, branded templates, and workflows. This makes it simple to highlight products in UGC ads, product promos, or brand films.

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Voice cloning

Generate realistic narration and voiceovers in over 175 languages and dialects with AI-powered voice cloning. It helps your brand keep consistent characters, voices, and tone across all content.

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AI media creation

Create more than just videos. Use AI avatars, stock footage, and media assets to build complete campaigns, explainer videos, tutorials, and more.

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AI Studio editing

Edit videos directly in the drag and drop editor. Adjust each scene, add background music, subtitles, animations, and sound effects for a cinematic finish.

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Customization at scale

Personalize your content using brand assets, brand kits, pre-made prompts, and licensed clips.

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Professional export options

Export mp4 in HD or 4k. Choose from portrait, landscape, or square aspect ratios so your content works perfectly on social media, education, or business presentations.

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How It works?

How to Create a Video from Text with HeyGen

Use your words to create shareable, professional videos in just a few steps.

Step 1

Input Your Script

Keep it short or long, we’ll turn it into scenes.

Step 2

Choose an AI Avatar & Voice

Go realistic or animated, pick any language.

Step 3

Customize Visuals & Style

Change backgrounds, add logos, or adjust layout.

Step 4

Generate & Share Your Video

Download in HD with no watermark.

FAQs About Text to Video AI Technology

What is HeyGen?

HeyGen is an AI-powered video platform that allows users to create high-quality videos effortlessly. From lifelike AI avatars to multilingual voice cloning, HeyGen empowers businesses and creators to scale content production with ease.

Recognized as G2’s #1 Fastest Growing Product in the 2025 Best Software Awards, HeyGen is transforming how videos are made for marketing, sales, and training.

What does the Text to Video AI tool do?

HeyGen’s Text to Video tool transforms written content such as scripts, blogs, or announcements into high-quality videos using AI avatars, realistic voiceovers, and dynamic visuals in just minutes.

Is HeyGen a free AI Text to video generator?

Yes! HeyGen offers a free AI video generator that allows users to create videos with basic features at no cost. For advanced customization, higher-quality exports, and additional AI tools, users can upgrade to a premium plan.

Who is the Text-to-Video tool best suited for?

HeyGen’s Text-to-Video tool is perfect for marketers, educators, HR teams, content creators, and customer support professionals who want to scale video production without filming or editing. It enables fast, professional-quality videos using AI avatars and voiceovers, all from simple text input.

How do I create a video using just text?

Simply paste your script into the tool, choose from a wide range of avatars and voice options, customize the background and visuals, then generate your video with one click.

What kind of avatars and voices are available?

HeyGen offers over 300 photorealistic AI avatars and 300+ voice styles across multiple tones, accents, and languages. You can select the one that best represents your brand or audience.

Can I use text to video for business presentations?

Absolutely. Text-to-video AI allows businesses to turn scripts into professional presentations. It is ideal for training materials, product demos, and explainer videos without requiring filming equipment or a production team.

Can I customize the visual elements in my video?

Absolutely. You can personalize your video with branded templates, subtitles, background images, music, and even upload your own media to match your brand’s identity.

Is it possible to generate videos in high resolution?

Yes. Export options include HD (1080p) and 4K resolution, ensuring your videos are suitable for professional and public use across platforms.

How do AI avatars improve text-to-video content?

AI avatars bring a personal touch to videos by mimicking human speech and expressions. They eliminate the need for on-camera appearances while ensuring a professional and engaging presentation for marketing, education, and entertainment.

Can I convert audio to video with HeyGen?

Yes! HeyGen allows users to transform audio into video by pairing voice recordings with AI avatars, captions, and dynamic visuals. Simply upload your audio file, choose a video style, and let AI generate a polished video in minutes.

How accurate is AI voice cloning in video translation?

AI voice cloning replicates a speaker’s tone and style, ensuring translated videos maintain authenticity. Advanced AI models adjust pronunciation and emotional tone to match the original voice as closely as possible.

Can AI-generated text to videos replace traditional video production?

AI-generated videos significantly reduce production time and costs, making content creation more efficient. While they may not fully replace high-budget film productions, they are an excellent alternative for marketing, training, and social media content.

Is AI text to video generation secure and ethical?

Leading AI video platforms prioritize security, ensuring that avatars and generated content comply with ethical guidelines. Transparency, user consent, and responsible AI development are key factors in maintaining ethical AI video generation.

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