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How to Make Fake Text Message Videos for Free

The whole thing is free — make it, preview it, export it. No signup, no trial.

You do not need to pay to make texting-story videos. texting.video is free to use and free to export — the only difference on the free tier is a small watermark. Here is the complete free workflow.

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Step by step

  1. Open the editor — no account needed

    Go to the editor. There is no signup, no trial timer, and no card required. A starter conversation is already loaded so Play works immediately.

  2. Write or paste your conversation

    Type the messages, or paste a script (a chatbot can write one for you).

  3. Pick any of the 9 themes

    Every theme is free — iMessage, Android, Discord, Terminal, True Crime, and more.

  4. Preview and export free

    Hit Play, then Export to MP4. Free exports include a small "made with texting.video" watermark.

  5. Post it

    Upload to TikTok, Reels, or Shorts. The watermark is small and unobtrusive — and it credits the tool for you.

Tips that make it land

  • Everything that matters is free: all 9 themes, reactions, group chats, sound, and MP4 export.
  • The only free-tier limit is the small watermark — fine for most creators.
  • Create a free account (optional) to save conversations and re-edit them later.
  • Upgrade to Pro ($9/mo) only if you need watermark-free exports or attachments and timestamps.

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Frequently asked questions

Is texting.video really free?
Yes. You can make and export videos free; free exports carry a small watermark. Pro ($9/mo) removes it and adds attachments, timestamps, and more.
Do I need to sign up?
No. You can create and export a video without an account.
Is there a free trial limit?
No trial and no timer — the free tier is permanent.
How do I remove the watermark?
Upgrade to Pro ($9/mo); everything else stays the same.

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