Free preview
Tiny Desk AI free preview
Add a photo and see your band scene free, with no sign-up. If you like it, the full 19-second video with the original song is a one-time purchase.
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What is free, and what is paid?
| Free preview | Full video | |
|---|---|---|
| What you get | A still of the band scene | A 19-second 9:16 video |
| Who appears | Keys and two backing singers; empty seats stay AI musicians | All five seats, with the lead close-ups and sax solo |
| Sound | None, it is a still | The original song |
| Account | No sign-up | Sign in with Google |
| Cost | Free | $9.90 for 1–5 people |
How to get your free preview
- 1. Add your photoOpen the studio and tap “Add your photo · free preview.” Use one clear, front-facing photo of someone who agreed to it, or your pet. Photo requirements.
- 2. Confirm you have permissionTick the box above the button. Changing the photo clears it, so each photo gets its own confirmation.
- 3. Press “See me in the band · free”Nothing is charged and no account is needed. When the preview is ready, you can make the full video or change the photo.
Free previews are limited per visitor and per day, so the free button goes away once they have run out. The full video stays available.
What the full video looks like
The full video replaces the people you cast and keeps the cuts and the song. It comes in 1080p HD, sharp on TikTok, Reels and Shorts, and usually takes about 10–15 minutes. See the step-by-step tutorial or pricing.
Questions people ask
Is Tiny Desk AI free to use?
The preview is free and needs no sign-up. The full 19-second video with the original song uses a one-time credit pack.
Do I need to sign up for the free preview?
No. Add a photo, confirm you have permission and start the preview. You only sign in with Google if you decide to make the full video.
Is the full video free?
No. Every full video is rendered by a paid AI video model, so it uses 10 credits. The free preview lets you see the band scene before you spend anything.
How much is the full video after the preview?
$9.90 for 1–5 people, or packs of 3 videos for $19.90 and 5 videos for $29.90. They are one-time payments with no subscription.
Where can I try Tiny Desk AI?
Right on the tinydesk-ai.com homepage. Open the studio, add a photo and press the free preview button.
What happens if my full video fails?
The credits reserved for it come back to your account automatically.
Can I use a photo of a celebrity?
No. Use photos of people who agreed to it, or your pet. Celebrities, public figures and NSFW images are not allowed, and kids are only welcome when you are their parent or guardian.
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Your turn.
Choose the lead, add up to four friends, and get a private 19-second video with the original song.
Tiny Desk AI is an independent parody tool, not affiliated with or endorsed by NPR, Tiny Desk, Charlie Wilson or The Gap Band. “Tiny Desk” is a trademark of NPR.