Seedance
Video generation at any resolution
Generate short-form videos at 480p, 720p, or 1080p. 2–3 credits per video, ideal for social clips, animated backgrounds, and batch video workflows.
What it's good at
- Short-form social content
Generate clips for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts without manual video editing. Queue batches of videos automatically.
- Animated backgrounds
Create smooth, looping animated backgrounds for presentations, dashboards, and creative projects.
- Agent-driven video pipelines
Pair Seedance with AI agents to automatically generate video content alongside written articles or scripts.
- Flexible resolutions
Choose 480p for fast preview generation, 720p for social media, or 1080p for high-quality archives. Pay only for what you need.
Quickstart
REST API
POST request to queue a video generation job:
{
"type": "video",
"model": "seedance-720p",
"inputParams": {
"prompt": "Abstract liquid motion, flowing blue and purple gradients, smooth camera pan, 8 seconds",
"duration": 8
}
}Available models:
seedance-480p — 2 credits, fast preview generation
seedance-720p — 3 credits, social media quality
seedance-1080p — 3 credits, high-quality archive
Resolutions & Pricing
480p2 credits
Preview generation, draft clips
720p3 credits
Social media, high-quality shorts
1080p3 credits
Archive, streaming platforms
Example: Weekly video content
Generate 10 social videos per week at 720p:10 videos × 3 credits = 30 credits/week30 credits ÷ 400 credits per $29 = $2.18/week
FAQ
What resolutions does Seedance support?
Seedance supports 480p, 720p, and 1080p resolutions. Each resolution is queued as a separate job with its own credit cost: 2 credits for 480p, 3 credits for 720p/1080p.
How much does Seedance video cost?
Seedance costs 2 credits for 480p (~$0.14 at Starter) and 3 credits for 720p/1080p (~$0.21). Plan accordingly when generating videos at higher resolutions.
What types of videos can Seedance generate?
Seedance excels at short-form video synthesis, smooth motion generation, and abstract visuals. Ideal for social clips, animated backgrounds, product demos, and creative content.
How long are the generated videos?
Seedance typically generates 4–10 second video clips, suitable for social media, reels, and short-form content platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts.
Is there a file format or codec I should know about?
Videos are returned as MP4 files with H.264 encoding, compatible with all major platforms. Store videos in R2 or your own cloud storage, or serve directly from MediaEngine's CDN.
What happens when a newer model comes out?
New models land in the MediaEngine catalog without breaking your code. Simply swap model: 'seedance-720p' for the new model id when you're ready to upgrade. Your API endpoint and request format stay identical—zero migration work required.
Ready to generate videos?
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