How to make an AI handshake video
- Select the Handshake motion.
- Upload a photo of the first adult, then the second. Upper-body or full-body photos where the hands are not hidden work best.
- Tick the consent box — both people must agree to the video.
- Press Make my video and download the MP4 in about a minute.
Good uses — and one we refuse
- Welcome a new teammate or partner in a LinkedIn or Slack post.
- "Deal done" clip for a small business announcement.
- A handshake across time: a grandparent's old portrait meeting a grandchild who is now an adult.
- A light-hearted clip of two friends settling a bet.
We refuse public figures, so you cannot fake a politician or celebrity endorsing you. Every video is labelled as AI-generated in its file data, and free videos carry a small watermark.
Not a face swap
Magic Hour's handshake template swaps your face into a stock handshake scene. MoveFrame animates your own two photos instead: both people keep their own bodies and clothes, and the background blends from both shots. Similar backgrounds (both indoors or both outdoors) give the most seamless result.
MoveFrame vs Pollo AI and Magic Hour for handshake videos
Checked on 18 October 2026 on each site's own pages, logged out. Features and prices change — check before you buy.
| MoveFrame | Pollo AI | Magic Hour | |
|---|---|---|---|
| A ready-made handshake motion | Yes, one tap, from your own photo | No dedicated handshake template found | "Shaking Hands" face-swap template |
| Upload a photo without an account | Yes — 2 free 5-second videos a day | Sign-in before upload | Free plan with starter credits |
| Cheapest paid option | $9.90 once, valid 12 months | See pollo.ai/pricing | Creator $19/month; packs from $10 |
| Failed video refunded | Automatically | Not stated | Not stated on the pricing page |
| Real before/after results on the page | Yes, 3 unedited clips above | Sample clips | Template preview |
MoveFrame is independent and not affiliated with Pollo AI or Magic Hour. Their names are trademarks of their owners.
Sizes, lengths and quality
| Setting | Free | With credits |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5 seconds | 5 or 10 seconds |
| Shape | 9:16, 16:9 or 1:1 | 9:16, 16:9 or 1:1 |
| Quality | Standard 480p | Standard, HD 720p or Max 720p (premium model) |
| Watermark | Small corner mark | None |
| Cost | 5 credits (free daily credits cover 2) | 5–40 credits |
Every video downloads as an H.264 MP4 that plays on iPhone, Android, TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts and WhatsApp.
What MoveFrame will not make
Every photo is checked before anything is generated. If a check fails, nothing is charged.
- No nudity or sexual content, and no "uncensored" mode.
- No videos of children from uploaded photos. The baby template invents a fictional baby; it never animates a real child's photo.
- No celebrities, politicians or other public figures, and no face swap.
- Hug and baby templates ask you to confirm that both adults in the photos agree.
- Free videos carry a small watermark, and every video is labelled as AI-generated in its file data.
- See something wrong? Every video page has a Report link. We take reported videos down and answer within 48 hours.
Frequently asked questions
Is it really free?
Yes. You get 10 free credits every day — enough for 2 five-second videos — with no account and no card. Free videos are Standard quality with a small watermark. Credit packs start at $9.90 for 100 credits (valid 12 months, no subscription); Pro is $9.90/month for 120 credits.
Can I use a photo of a celebrity or politician?
No. Public figures are rejected, so no one can fake an endorsement or a meeting that never happened.
Can I make a handshake with someone who passed away?
Yes, if you are family or have the family's blessing. The old-photo example above shows how vintage prints blend in.
Which shape should I pick?
16:9 is the default because two people side by side fit best. Choose 1:1 for a feed post or 9:16 for a story.
How long does it take?
Most 5-second videos are ready in 40–90 seconds. 10-second and Max quality videos can take up to 3 minutes. You can keep using the page while it works.
What if the video fails or my photo is rejected?
Credits come back automatically. A photo that fails the safety check is rejected before any credit is spent, and a video that fails during generation is refunded in full.