Remove Background Video API
Integrate AI-powered video background removal into your applications. Simple REST API, no green screen required.
Start with a Simple API Call
# Create a processing job curl -X POST https://api.videobgremover.com/v1/jobs \ -H "X-Api-Key: vbr_your_key_here" \ -H "Content-Type: application/json" \ -d '{ "filename": "video.mp4", "content_type": "video/mp4" }' # Start processing curl -X POST https://api.videobgremover.com/v1/jobs/{id}/start \ -H "X-Api-Key: vbr_your_key_here" # Check status curl -X GET https://api.videobgremover.com/v1/jobs/{id}/status \ -H "X-Api-Key: vbr_your_key_here"
Remove Background Video API - Code Examples
Remove Background Video API Pricing
Simple credit-based pricing: 1 credit = 1 second of video processing
API Features
- RESTful API with JSON responses
- 100 requests per minute per API key
- MP4, MOV, AVI format support
- Up to 30 minutes per video
Processing Features
- AI-powered background removal
- Original quality preservation
- Processed video + mask output
- No green screen required
Basic Pack
$2.00 per minute of video background removed
3 minutes
Creator
$1.33 per minute of video background removed
15 minutes
Studio
$0.75 per minute of video background removed
60 minutes
Pro
$0.60 per minute of video background removed
150 minutes
Business
$0.50 per minute of video background removed
360 minutes
Why Choose Our Remove Background Video API?
RESTful API Integration
Simple REST endpoints that work with any programming language. Upload videos, start processing, and retrieve results with standard HTTP requests.
Scalable Processing
Process multiple videos simultaneously with our cloud infrastructure. Perfect for applications that need to handle user uploads at scale.
No Green Screen Required
Our AI works with any video content - no special lighting or green screen setup needed. Perfect for processing user-generated content.
How to Integrate the Remove Background Video API
1. Get API Access
- Create your account and API key
- Choose your credit package
- Authenticate with X-Api-Key header
2. Integrate the API
- Simple REST API endpoints
- Upload videos and start processing
- Poll for completion status
3. Process at Scale
- AI removes backgrounds automatically
- 1 credit per second of video
- Download processed results
Remove Background Video API FAQ
What is the Remove Background Video API?
Our Remove Background Video API allows developers to integrate AI-powered video background removal directly into their applications. The API automatically detects subjects in videos and removes backgrounds without requiring green screens, making it perfect for apps, websites, and automated workflows.
How does the Video Background Removal API work?
The API uses advanced AI models to process videos in four simple steps: 1) Create a job and get an upload URL, 2) Upload your video file, 3) Start processing (costs 1 credit per second), and 4) Retrieve the processed video with background removed. The entire process is automated and requires no manual intervention.
What video formats does the Remove Background API support?
Our API supports the most common video formats including MP4, MOV, and AVI. Videos can be up to 30 minutes long and the API maintains the original quality and frame rate while removing the background.
How much does the Video Background Removal API cost?
The API uses a simple credit-based pricing model: 1 credit = 1 second of video processing. For example, a 30-second video costs 30 credits. This makes pricing transparent and predictable for developers building applications.
How long does video processing take?
Processing time depends on video length and complexity. Generally, 1 minute of video takes approximately 4-5 minutes to process using our AI models. For example, a 2-minute video would typically take 8-10 minutes to complete. You can check processing status using our status endpoint to monitor progress in real-time.
What are the API rate limits and quotas?
The API allows 100 requests per minute per API key and up to 3 video processing jobs per minute. Each video can be up to 30 minutes long. These limits ensure reliable performance while accommodating most application needs.
Do you provide SDK or code examples for the API?
Yes! We provide comprehensive documentation with cURL examples, and we're working on SDKs for popular programming languages. The API uses standard REST endpoints with JSON responses, making it easy to integrate with any technology stack.
Can the API remove backgrounds without green screens?
Absolutely! Our AI-powered API can remove backgrounds from any video without requiring green screens or special lighting setups. This makes it perfect for processing user-generated content, stock videos, or any footage shot in natural environments.
What output formats does the Remove Background Video API provide?
The API returns two files: 1) A processed video in MP4 format with the background removed (replaced with green screen), and 2) A separate mask video showing the subject silhouette in white against a black background. The mask video gives you complete control to composite the subject onto any background of your choice in your application.
Can I get the video mask to use in my own compositing workflow?
Yes! Along with the processed video, you receive a high-quality mask video that shows exactly which pixels contain the subject (white) versus background (black). This mask is perfect for advanced compositing workflows, allowing you to apply custom backgrounds, effects, or integrate with video editing software like After Effects, Premiere Pro, or custom compositing pipelines.
Is there webhook support for processing completion?
Currently, the API uses a polling-based approach where you check the job status endpoint until processing is complete. We're working on webhook support to notify your application when processing finishes, which will be available in a future update.
How do I get started with the Video Background Removal API?
Getting started is easy: 1) Sign up and get API credits, 2) Create an API key in the management dashboard, 3) Make your first API call to create a job, and 4) Upload and process a test video. Our documentation provides step-by-step examples to help you integrate quickly.