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$2.99 makes one clean video, ready in about a minute — or add 3 more takes for $6.99 — any photo, any look, same clean 1080p with commercial use. The output MP4 is compatible with Mastodon's video format requirements. Use for posting native video on Mastodon instances and other ActivityPub-based Fediverse platforms. Commercial use included. Pay once. No subscription required.

AI Mastodon Video Maker: Generate Videos for Mastodon and the Fediverse

By MakeThisVid Editorial Updated Methodology

Mastodon's video post format accepts standard MP4 files — the same format MakeThisVid generates. For creators, brands, and communicators building a presence on Mastodon and the Fediverse, short video posts get significantly more boost and engagement than text-only toots. $2.99 makes one clean video, ready in about a minute — or add 3 more takes for $6.99 — any photo, any look, same clean 1080p with commercial use. Download and attach directly to a post.

Make a video from one prompt. $2.99 a video · Ready in about a minute · No subscription.

How to Use MakeThisVid

From prompt to downloadable MP4, ready to deploy.

  1. Start free

    $2.99 makes one clean video, ready in about a minute — or add 3 more takes for $6.99 — any photo, any look, same clean 1080p with commercial use.

  2. Choose your input mode

    Text → Video: describe the scene, concept, or visual idea. Photo → Video: upload an image (JPG/PNG/WebP, max 10 MB) to animate.

  3. Write your prompt

    Describe what you want to show. Keep it specific: environment, mood, movement. E.g. "Open-source software team collaborating in a bright office, friendly and productive, warm natural light, medium tracking shot."

  4. Generate your video

    Every video renders at 8 seconds, 1080p, with audio. Most renders complete in 45–90 seconds. Broken renders are remade or refunded.

  5. Attach to your Mastodon post

    Download the MP4 and attach it to a toot in your Mastodon client. Most instances accept MP4 up to 40MB — MakeThisVid's 8-second 1080p clips are well within that limit.

Make a video — $2.99

Who Uses MakeThisVid for This

Open-source project announcements

Announce a release, feature, or community milestone with a short video post that stands out in the Mastodon federated timeline.

Creator and brand content on the Fediverse

Build a Fediverse presence with regular video content — product showcases, brand moments, or educational clips — that gets boosted and federated across instances.

Tech community and developer content

Generate short clips for tech community communication on Mastodon — product demos, concept visualizations, or environmental atmosphere for blog posts and announcements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Mastodon instances accept MP4 (H.264, AAC) video attachments. File size limits vary by instance — typically 40MB to 100MB. MakeThisVid's 8-second 1080p clips are under 10MB, well within any instance's limit.
16:9 is the standard for video posts. Mastodon displays video in a card format that handles 16:9 natively. MakeThisVid outputs 16:9 by default.
No. Mastodon has no ad system. This tool is for organic video posts, not paid advertising. For paid video advertising, see our Twitter Ad Maker or LinkedIn Ad Maker.
Yes. Every purchase includes a commercial use license for organic posts across any platform.
$2.99 makes one clean video, ready in about a minute — or add 3 more takes for $6.99 — any photo, any look, same clean 1080p with commercial use.
8 seconds at 1080p, 16:9 aspect ratio. Audio always included. Renders complete in 45–90 seconds.
Yes. MakeThisVid outputs standard MP4 files. PeerTube, Pixelfed, and other ActivityPub platforms accept the same format. File size requirements vary by platform.

Generate your first Mastodon video post

Describe the scene or drop an image. 45 seconds to an MP4 ready to attach to your toot.

Make a video — $2.99

Broken renders are remade or refunded.

or 3 more takes — $6.99 Any photo, any look · About $2.33 a take · No subscription required.