MakeCanvas, Spotify Canvas Maker and AI Video Generator
MakeCanvas helps musicians and artists turn a photo or a short clip into a looping 8-second visual, vertical 9:16, at 720 x 1280 pixels. Pro members can export HD at 1080 x 1920. Every export matches the format Spotify for Artists accepts and carries no watermark, on any plan. With AI, you can also generate a unique loop from a track link, an MP3 or cover art. More than 10,000 loops have been made with it so far, and you can start free with 3 exports.
What is a Spotify Canvas?
It is a short looping visual, 3 to 8 seconds long, that plays full screen behind a song in the mobile app. Artists add one to a release in Spotify for Artists, and the official guidelines describe what it may show.
How to make one
- Pick a source: upload an image or clip, or search Pexels stock.
- Adjust the framing and crop.
- Optionally add a filter or a motion effect.
- Click Generate. The file is rendered and downloads automatically as an MP4.
- Upload it in Spotify for Artists and assign it to your release.
Features
Editor
Crop and frame any image or footage, apply up to 12 filters and motion effects such as Ken Burns, rotation, speed and fades, and export a perfectly formatted 9:16 loop.
AI generation
Paste a track link, upload an MP3 or add cover art. The AI analyzes the song's mood and energy and creates an original loop. Analyzing costs nothing, and each generation costs 1 AI credit.
Free trimmer
Cut any clip down to 8 seconds right in the browser at makecanvas.me/trimmer.
Stock library and desktop app
Search Pexels footage and photos inside the editor, or use the macOS desktop app, which processes files locally.
Export specs
| Duration | 8 seconds (3 to 8 seconds is allowed) |
|---|---|
| Aspect ratio | 9:16 vertical |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280, or 1080 x 1920 HD on Pro |
| File | MP4, silent (the loop plays without sound) |
| Watermark | None, on every plan |
More detail: size and specs guide.
Plans and pricing
- Free: $0, 3 exports, no watermark.
- Pro: $6 per month or $48 per year. Unlimited exports, all 12 filters, motion effects, HD, cloud history and saved presets.
- Pro Plus: $12 per month or $96 per year. Everything in Pro, plus 10 AI credits every month.
- AI credit packs: 10 credits for $9, 25 for $22, or 50 for $39.
- New users get a 3-day Pro trial.
See pricing for details. Questions about a plan or an export? The Help Center covers every step, or contact us. How we handle your data is in the Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, and the rules for using the site are in the Terms of Use and Acceptable Use Policy. Plan changes and refunds are covered in Billing and Refunds, copyright notices go through our DMCA policy, and creators can earn recurring commissions through the affiliate program.
Frequently asked questions
What does it cost?
Yes. The Free plan costs $0 and includes 3 exports with no watermark. Pro ($6 per month or $48 per year) adds unlimited exports, all 12 filters, motion effects, HD export, cloud history and saved presets. New users get a 3-day Pro trial.
What size should the loop be?
Vertical 9:16, 3 to 8 seconds long. Exports are 8-second MP4 files at 720 x 1280 pixels by default, and Pro users can switch on HD at 1080 x 1920.
Is there a watermark?
No. Exports have no watermark on every plan.
How does the AI generator work?
Paste a track link, upload an MP3, or add cover art. The AI analyzes the mood and energy of the song and generates a unique loop. Analyzing costs nothing, and each generation costs 1 AI credit. A failed generation returns the credit automatically.
How do I add it to my song?
Sign in to Spotify for Artists, open the release, choose Edit and then Add Canvas, and upload the MP4 you exported. It appears in the mobile app within a few hours.
Can I cut a clip to 8 seconds for free?
Yes. The free trimmer at makecanvas.me/trimmer cuts any clip to 8 seconds in your browser.
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