Unscreen
Officially listedAn AI video background removal tool that worked without a green screen; service discontinued in December 2025.
Unscreen
Unscreen is an AI video background removal tool developed by Kaleido AI (acquired by Canva) that can automatically remove video backgrounds without a green screen. Note: the service was permanently shut down on December 1, 2025, and users are officially directed to Canva's video editor.
Core Capabilities
- AI automatic cutout: After uploading a video, AI automatically identifies the subject and removes the background — no manual work or mask drawing required
- Leading edge detail: Industry-leading precision on fine edges like hair and fur, with real-time preview
- Multi-format support: MP4, MOV, WEBM, and GIF input and output, with transparent, solid-color, or custom backgrounds
- Professional workflow integration: Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects plugins, plus a full API for batch processing
- HD output: The Pro version supports Full HD resolution while preserving the original audio
Use Cases YouTube/TikTok/Instagram content creation, social media marketing, online education videos, e-commerce product displays, and corporate promo videos. Suited to small and mid-sized creators who need fast output without green screen equipment.
Unique Advantages During its 2020-2025 run, Unscreen led the industry in edge detail processing (especially hair) and had the most complete Adobe ecosystem integration, winning a Product Hunt Golden Kitty Award and positive TechCrunch reviews.
Editor's Review It was once one of the most reliable video background removal tools, with a 4.7/5 user rating (Product Hunt, 109 reviews). Although it has shut down, its technology has been integrated into Canva. Users looking for alternatives can consider Canva's video editor (the official recommendation), Runway Gen-3, Kapwing Studio, or CapCut.
Pricing
### 💰 定价模式：已停止服务 **服务状态**：Unscreen.com 已于2025年12月1日永久关闭 #### 历史定价（仅供参考） - **免费版**：$0 - 5-10秒视频，360p分辨率，有水印，无音频 - **Pro版（按分钟）**：$4.99/分钟 - Full HD，无水印，保留音频 - **Pro版（订阅）**：$12-49/月 - Adobe插件，API访问，商业许可证 #### 官方推荐替代方案 Canva 视频编辑器已集成背景移除功能，提供一站式视频编辑平台。其他替代方案包括 Runway Gen-3、Kapwing Studio、剪映等。 — Visit website
FAQ
Is Unscreen free?
Unscreen used to offer a free version (5-10 seconds, 360p, watermarked) and a Pro version ($12-49/month). However, the service was permanently shut down on December 1, 2025, and is no longer available.
What was Unscreen used for?
Unscreen was an AI video background removal tool that automatically removed video backgrounds without a green screen, supporting transparent backgrounds or custom background replacement — suited to content creation, social media, and e-commerce.
Why did Unscreen shut down?
Unscreen shut down on December 1, 2025. Its developer, Kaleido AI, was acquired by Canva, and its technology has been integrated into Canva's video editor as part of a one-stop platform.
What are the alternatives to Unscreen?
The official recommendation is Canva's video editor. Other strong alternatives include Runway Gen-3 (strong on motion scenes), Kapwing Studio (web editor), and CapCut.
How did Unscreen differ from Runway Gen-3?
Unscreen specialized in edge detail and Adobe integration, while Runway Gen-3 is stronger on motion scenes and batch processing. Unscreen has shut down, while Runway continues to develop rapidly.
How good was Unscreen's AI cutout quality?
Unscreen was industry-leading at fine edges like hair strands and fur, with a 4.7/5 rating (Product Hunt). Complex scenes and fast motion could require manual correction.
Which video formats did Unscreen support?
Unscreen supported mainstream formats including MP4, MOV, WEBM, and GIF for both input and output; the Pro version could export transparent-background videos or custom backgrounds at up to Full HD resolution.
Was Unscreen suitable for professional video editors?
It was suitable. Unscreen offered Adobe Premiere Pro/After Effects plugins and a full API for professional workflow integration and batch processing, but the service has been discontinued.