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Animate Photos and Bring Memories Back to Life

Turn still images into short, realistic videos — right in your browser.

Before: still photo
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See It in Action

Before: couple portrait

"smile and look at each other"

Before: two-person portrait

"smile and rest head on shoulder"

Before: outdoor portrait

"make this lively"

Before: portrait

"make her come alive"

Upload an old photo and get a short video where the person smiles, moves, or looks around.

✅ Works in your browser

✅ Delivered in minutes

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How to Animate Photos in 3 Steps

  1. Upload a photo — old or new
  2. Describe the motion or effect you want
  3. Get a short, animated video in minutes

What Others Are Saying

"I animated a photo of my dad from 1952. It felt like seeing him again."

— Michael

"I sent a smiling video to my granddaughter. She couldn't believe it was from an old photo!"

— James

"Simple, fast, and surprisingly moving. Highly recommend for anyone with old memories."

Why Use Picto.Video?

Photo to Video with AI

Turn still images into short, realistic videos. Works great for portraits, old photos, or product shots.

Runs in Your Browser

No installs. Upload a photo, describe motion, download your video.

Fast Turnaround

Results in minutes, not hours. Ideal for quick social posts and creative tests.

Clean Output

Short clips optimized for sharing. Download and use anywhere.

You Control the Content

Use your own images and prompts. Your videos are yours — use them however you like.

Prompt-Friendly

Describe motion, expressions, or simple camera moves. Keep it subtle or go bold.

What You Can Do With Animated Photos

FAQs

What is an AI Video Generator?

Picto.Video turns still photos into moving, animated videos using AI. Upload your image, describe the motion, and receive a short video in minutes.

How long does it take?

Usually a few minutes, depending on demand.

What kind of prompts work?

Describe motion or effects you want: smiles, head turns, subtle scene motion, camera moves, etc.

Do I need to install anything?

No. Everything runs in your browser.

Can I use it commercially?

Yes. You own the videos you create and can use them however you like — social media, business, personal projects.

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