Overview
Keep your audience engaged with dynamic background videos. Our extensive library features hundreds of high-quality background clips proven to boost watch time and retention.Why Background Videos Matter
Higher Retention
Moving backgrounds keep viewers watching longer
Professional Look
Polished backgrounds make content look more professional
Fill Dead Space
Perfect for text-heavy content like Reddit stories
Set the Mood
Background style influences viewer emotion and engagement
Background Library
Gaming Backgrounds
The most popular category for viral content:- Minecraft
- GTA V
- Subway Surfers
- Other Games
Parkour, building, and gameplay footageBest for: Reddit stories, text content, educationalWhy it works: Familiar, engaging, doesn’t distractVariations:
- Parkour courses
- Building montages
- Mining/exploration
- Creative builds
Satisfying Content
Oddly satisfying footage that’s mesmerizing:Soap Cutting
ASMR-style soap cutting and carving
Slime
Colorful slime stretching and mixing
Kinetic Sand
Sand cutting and sculpting
Paint Mixing
Color swirls and blending
Nature & Scenery
Calming, beautiful natural footage:- Ocean
- Mountains
- Forests
- Sky
Waves, beaches, underwaterMood: Calming, peacefulBest for: Meditation, relaxation, wellness content
Abstract & Motion
Modern, dynamic backgrounds:Particles
Floating particles and light effects
Geometric
Moving shapes and patterns
Gradient
Smooth color transitions
Liquid
Fluid motion graphics
Neon
Vibrant neon animations
3D
3D renders and animations
Food & Cooking
Appetizing food-related footage:Cooking
Food preparation and recipes
Baking
Desserts and pastries
Close-ups
Detailed food shots
Restaurants
Dining and plating
Sports & Fitness
Active, energetic backgrounds:Basketball
Court action and tricks
Soccer
Field gameplay
Gym
Workout footage
Running
Track and trail running
Extreme
Skateboarding, BMX, skiing
Yoga
Yoga and meditation
Customization Options
Timing Controls
Timing Controls
Start Offset: Choose where in the background video to start
- Useful for avoiding repetitive sections
- Find the most interesting part
- 0-60+ second range
- Seamless looping
- Random start points
- Fade between loops
Visual Adjustments
Visual Adjustments
Opacity: Make background more subtle
- 100% = Full visibility
- 50% = Semi-transparent
- Lower for text-heavy content
- No blur = Sharp background
- Light blur = Subtle effect
- Heavy blur = Very soft background
- Darken for better text contrast
- Brighten for energetic feel
- Boost for vibrant look
- Reduce for muted aesthetic
- Grayscale option available
Orientation
Orientation
Flip: Mirror the background
- Horizontal flip
- Vertical flip
- Useful for variety in series
- 90° increments
- Custom angles
- Fill (zoom to fill)
- Fit (show full video)
- Cover (crop to fit)
Audio Options
Audio Options
Background Audio: Use video’s original audio
- Gameplay sounds
- Nature ambience
- ASMR audio
- Adjust from 0-100%
- Balance with voiceover
- Fade in/out options
- Royalty-free tracks
- Genre selection
- Mood-based browsing
Upload Custom Backgrounds
Want to use your own footage?1
Upload Video
Upload any video file as background:
- MP4, MOV, AVI, WebM supported
- Up to 1GB file size
- Any resolution (will be optimized)
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Process
We automatically optimize your video:
- Compress for fast loading
- Convert to web-friendly format
- Generate preview thumbnails
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Use Anywhere
Your custom backgrounds are saved:
- Reuse across multiple projects
- Organize into folders
- Share with team (Pro plans)
Choosing the Right Background
- By Content Type
- By Platform
- By Audience
Text-Heavy Content (Reddit, Tweets)
- Gaming (Minecraft, Subway Surfers)
- Satisfying content
- Simple motion graphics
- Abstract backgrounds
- Subtle gradients
- Minimal motion
- Nature scenes
- Clean backgrounds
- Professional motion graphics
- High-energy gaming
- Satisfying clips
- Dynamic animations
Pro Tips
Start time matters: Use the start offset to find the most interesting part of longer background videos.
Best Practices
For Maximum Engagement
- Use proven formats (Minecraft for Reddit stories)
- Match background energy to content pace
- Keep backgrounds relevant to topic when possible
- Test different backgrounds for your niche
- Analyze which backgrounds get better retention
For Readability
- Reduce background opacity for text-heavy content
- Use blur to minimize distraction
- Darken backgrounds to improve text contrast
- Choose backgrounds with consistent lighting
- Avoid busy, complex backgrounds for long texts
For Brand Consistency
- Create custom branded backgrounds
- Use consistent style across series
- Match colors to brand palette
- Consider watermarking backgrounds
- Develop signature background choices
Platform-Specific Trends
What’s Working Now
TikTok (as of 2024):- Subway Surfers (still king for story content)
- Minecraft parkour
- Satisfying soap cutting
- ASMR slime
- GTA V driving
- Minecraft building
- Nature scenery
- Gaming highlights
- Aesthetic nature scenes
- Clean gradients
- Minimalist animations
- Luxury/lifestyle footage
Pricing
Background videos are included:- All plans: Access to full library
- No per-use charge: Use any background unlimited times
- Custom uploads: Unlimited with any plan
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I upload my own backgrounds?
Can I upload my own backgrounds?
Yes! Upload custom backgrounds on any plan. They’ll be optimized and saved for reuse.
Are backgrounds royalty-free?
Are backgrounds royalty-free?
Yes, all backgrounds in our library are licensed for commercial use in your videos.
Can I use backgrounds without watermarks?
Can I use backgrounds without watermarks?
All backgrounds are watermark-free. Add your own watermark if desired.
How often do you add new backgrounds?
How often do you add new backgrounds?
We add new backgrounds weekly based on trends and user requests.
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