Remove Background Video API

Our Remove Background Video API allows developers to integrate AI-powered video background removal directly into their applications. The API automatically detects subjects in videos and removes backgrounds without requiring green screens, making it perfect for apps, websites, and automated workflows.

The API uses advanced AI models to process videos in four simple steps: 1) Create a job and get an upload URL, 2) Upload your video file, 3) Start processing with optional background customization (solid colors, transparent formats), and 4) Retrieve the processed video. You can specify color backgrounds (#FF0000), transparent outputs (WebM, ProRes MOV, PNG sequence), or use the default green screen. The entire process is automated and requires no manual intervention.

Our API supports the most common video formats including MP4, MOV, and AVI. Videos can be up to 30 minutes long and the API maintains the original quality and frame rate while removing the background.

The API uses a simple credit-based pricing model: 1 credit = 1 second of video processing. For example, a 30-second video costs 30 credits. This makes pricing transparent and predictable for developers building applications.

Processing time depends on video length and complexity. Generally, 1 minute of video takes approximately 4-5 minutes to process using our AI models. For example, a 2-minute video would typically take 8-10 minutes to complete. You can check processing status using our status endpoint to monitor progress in real-time.

The API allows 100 requests per minute per API key and up to 3 video processing jobs per minute. Each video can be up to 30 minutes long. These limits ensure reliable performance while accommodating most application needs.

Yes! We provide official SDKs for Python and Node.js that make integration even easier. The SDKs handle authentication, job management, and video composition automatically. You can also use the REST API directly with any programming language using our comprehensive cURL examples and documentation.

Absolutely! Our AI-powered API can remove backgrounds from any video without requiring green screens or special lighting setups. This makes it perfect for processing user-generated content, stock videos, or any footage shot in natural environments.

The API offers flexible output options: 1) Default green screen MP4 videos, 2) Custom color backgrounds in MP4 format, 3) Transparent videos in WebM VP9, ProRes MOV, or PNG sequence formats, and 4) High-quality mask videos. You can specify your preferred output format when starting processing, making it perfect for any workflow from web applications to professional video editing.

Yes! Along with the processed video, you receive a high-quality mask video that shows exactly which pixels contain the subject (white) versus background (black). This mask is perfect for advanced compositing workflows, allowing you to apply custom backgrounds, effects, or integrate with video editing software like After Effects, Premiere Pro, or custom compositing pipelines.

Currently, the API uses a polling-based approach where you check the job status endpoint until processing is complete. We're working on webhook support to notify your application when processing finishes, which will be available in a future update.

Getting started is easy: 1) Sign up and get API credits, 2) Create an API key in the management dashboard, 3) Make your first API call to create a job, and 4) Upload and process a test video. Our documentation provides step-by-step examples to help you integrate quickly.