D-ID
D-ID is an advanced AI-generated video creation platform that offers a variety of products that allow for creative, interactive and engaging digital user experi...
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What is D-ID?
D-ID's Creative Reality™ Studio is a self-service generative AI platform that enables users to create videos with moving and talking avatars. It combines deep-learning face animation technology with LLM text generation and text-to-image capabilities to produce cutting-edge AI videos. The platform transforms still photos or videos plus a script (text or audio) into realistic videos of digital presenters speaking in the user's chosen language and style.
Key features include creating high-quality multilingual avatar videos from scripts, briefs, decks, or documents; deploying real-time conversational avatars that engage users face-to-face; building realistic digital humans from images or video with voice cloning; supporting 119-120+ languages with automatic lip-sync; offering pre-made avatars plus custom avatar creation from uploaded facial images; and providing a Stable Diffusion-powered text-to-image portrait generator. The platform also includes D-ID Video Translate for effortless multilingual content production with accurate lip-syncing and voice cloning.
D-ID is built for marketing teams, content creators, learning and development professionals, sales enablement teams, customer experience teams, and developers. Organizations use it for personalized video content at scale, video lessons localized for global learners, product demos and presentations, 24/7 customer service, training courses, and building AI-driven solutions through the API. The platform has powered more than 200-250 million avatar videos and attracts over 280,000 developers globally.
The platform offers API access for programmatic video generation at 100 FPS (4X faster than real-time), real-time video streaming capabilities, integrations with Microsoft PowerPoint, Canva, and Google Slides, and an embeddable AI agent feature that adds interactive visual agents to websites with a single script tag. Enterprise features include custom HQ presenters, voice cloning, multiple account seats, and permission controls with compliant infrastructure.
D-ID pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
D-ID offers 5 pricing tiers: Trial ($0/month for 14-day trial with 5 minutes video, watermarked), Lite ($4.70/month billed annually at $56 with 40 credits/10 minutes, watermarked), Pro ($16/month billed annually at $191 with 60 credits/15-25 minutes, generic AI watermark, includes Canva plugin), Advanced ($108/month billed annually at $1,293 with 400 credits/100-175 minutes, customizable watermark, includes Canva and PowerPoint plugins), and Enterprise (custom pricing with voice cloning, custom HQ presenters, multiple seats). Each credit equals up to 15 seconds of video. API streaming customers get credits at half price. Free tier includes 200 free conversation sessions for Agents.
D-ID pros
- Creates talking avatars from single photos or videos
- Supports 119-120+ languages with automatic lip-sync
- 14-day free trial with unlimited use for 5 minutes
- Deep-learning face animation technology for realistic results
- Voice cloning available for Enterprise customers
- Real-time conversational AI agents with WebRTC streaming
- API renders video at 100 FPS (4X faster than real-time)
- Pre-made avatars plus custom avatar creation options
- Stable Diffusion-powered text-to-image portrait generator
- Integrates with PowerPoint, Canva, and Google Slides
- Video Translate feature for multilingual content production
- Embeddable AI agents with single script tag installation
- Output up to 1080p resolution on Pro/Advanced/Enterprise plans
- 24/7 dedicated support for API and studio customers
- ISO 27001, 27017, 27018 certified security
- CreateOnce scale infinitely without quality loss
- LLM text generation for automated script writing
- Mobile app available for iPhone for on-the-go creation
- Customizable backgrounds, layouts, voices, and emotions
- RAG technology for agent knowledge base retrieval
D-ID cons
- Trial and Lite plans include D-ID watermark
- Video length limited to 5 minutes maximum
- Image size limited to 10 MB (JPEG, JPG, PNG only)
- Premium presenters not supported on Lite plan
- Credits do not accumulate - unused credits become void monthly
- Voice cloning only available for Enterprise-level customers
- Built-in moderation can block images/videos unexpectedly
- Mobile app users cannot access layers or expressions
- Custom HQ presenters only on Enterprise plan
- Maximum 5 documents with 500,000 characters each for agents
Frequently asked questions about D-ID
What is D-ID's Creative Reality Studio?
D-ID's Creative Reality™ Studio is a self-service platform featuring generative AI tools to create videos with moving and talking avatars. It combines deep-learning face animation technology with LLM text generation and text-to-image capabilities, available on desktop and mobile for businesses and individual content creators.
How many languages does D-ID support?
The studio supports 119 languages along with a variety of accents and speaking styles, helping users connect authentically with global audiences through video creation and real-time interactions.
What is the video length limit?
When using D-ID Creative Reality Studio or D-ID API, the video length is limited to 5 minutes maximum.
How do credits work?
Each credit is worth up to 15 seconds of video. Longer videos consume more credits proportionally - for example, a 40-second video consumes 3 credits. For streaming customers using the API, the price of credits is halved. Credits renew monthly and unused credits become void.
Can I clone my voice?
Voice cloning is offered only to Enterprise-level customers. Pro and API Launch plans receive 1 cloned voice; Advanced and API Scale plans receive 3 voices. Enterprise plans have customizable voice counts. Users can upload audio recordings to create Instant Cloned Voices.
What image formats and sizes are supported?
Supported image formats are JPEG, JPG, and PNG with a maximum size of 10 MB. For optimal results, images should show a facing camera medium shot with neutral expression, closed mouth, minimum head size 200×200 pixels, good consistent lighting, and no face occlusions like hats or sunglasses.
What are D-ID Agents?
Agents are autonomous AI assistants that answer questions based on uploaded knowledge documents and perform specific business tasks. Anyone can create an agent without coding by selecting a role, giving instructions, and uploading knowledge. D-ID offers 200 free conversation sessions to get started.
How does Video Translate work?
D-ID Video Translate allows effortless multilingual content production by uploading a video in one language and receiving a translated version with accurate lip-syncing and voice cloning. The AI-powered system processes content, translates spoken words, and re-synchronizes lip movements. Videos should be 10 seconds to 5 minutes, under 2GB, with one person facing forward.
What security certifications does D-ID have?
D-ID has ISO certificates 27018:2019, 27017:2015, and 27001:2013. All data communications use SSL encryption (TLS 1.3), data at rest uses Transparent Data Encryption S3 Storage, servers are protected by firewall and WAF, and transient information is automatically erased after 24 hours.
How do I get an API key?
Go to the Account page in the studio and generate your API key. Valid credits are required in your account to use the API. Credits used for the API are taken from the same balance as the studio. API documentation is available at the Developer Hub.