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.