Text to video
Describe the subject, action, setting and camera movement. Keep the prompt focused, then adjust one detail at a time.
SEEDANCE 2.5 GUIDE
How Seedance 2.5 video generation works
Learn what Seedance 2.5 can do, how to shape a prompt and which settings to check. This is an independent workspace, not an official ByteDance or Dreamina website.
- Clips up to 30 seconds (model limit)
- 480p and 720p options shown here
- Reference limits vary by model and mode
- Audio options depend on the selected mode
MODEL CAPABILITIES
Guide the scene, movement and sound
Use a prompt and supported references to describe the subject, movement, camera, lighting and sound. The available controls depend on the selected model.
Image to video
Add a suitable image when you want to guide the opening composition, subject or product.
Reference inputs
Where supported, combine image, video or audio references and state what each one should guide.
Audio settings
Some modes offer audio controls. Check the selected model’s settings to see which options are available.
MODEL COMPARISON
Seedance 2.0 and 2.5 compared
Model versions differ in supported inputs and output limits. Always check the model name and current settings in the generator.
Seedance 2.0
ByteDance Seed’s published launch information describes text, image, video and audio inputs, with clips up to 15 seconds. The settings available in this workspace may differ.
Seedance 2.5
ByteDance Seed says Seedance 2.5 supports clips up to 30 seconds and up to 30 images, 10 video clips and 10 audio clips per request. Check the workspace for the controls available here.
Check current model availability
Only use the versions shown in the model picker. For release announcements, check ByteDance Seed’s official model pages.
Read ByteDance Seed’s model information
For official specifications and release updates, use ByteDance Seed’s own pages. This workspace is an independent third-party service.
A PRACTICAL WORKFLOW
Plan, reference and review
A useful result starts with a clear brief, references you have permission to use and a careful review of the output.
Plan the scene
Write down the subject, action, setting and camera movement before adding optional visual details.
Check your references
Use images, footage and audio only when you have the rights and consent needed for your project.
Review before publishing
Check the crop, captions, branding and destination platform requirements before you share a generated clip.
PROMPT GUIDE
A simple structure for clearer prompts
Name the subject and action first, then add the setting, camera movement, lighting and sound. Keep instructions specific and easy to follow.
Subject + action + setting + camera + lighting + sound
Example prompt
At blue hour, a cyclist rides along a rain-slick city street. The camera tracks beside them as warm shop lights reflect in the pavement; distant traffic and soft rain are audible.
THREE-STEP WORKFLOW
Create a video in three steps
Choose an input
Select text to video or image to video, depending on how you want to start.
Write a prompt and check settings
Describe the scene in English or another language supported by the model. Review duration, resolution, audio options and the credit estimate.
Review and refine
Check the result, then change one instruction at a time so you can see what improved.
IDEAS TO TRY
Where a short AI video draft can help
Social clips and adverts
Product concepts and demonstrations
Storyboards and music-video concepts
Character and movement tests
FAQ
Seedance 2.5: common questions
What makes a good Seedance 2.5 prompt?
Start with the subject and action, then describe the setting, camera movement, lighting and sound. Use clear instructions and avoid asking for several conflicting actions at once.
Should I start with text or an image?
Use text to explore a new scene. Start from an image when you want to guide the composition, subject or product. Check which mode the selected model supports.
What clip length and resolution can I choose?
ByteDance Seed publishes a maximum duration of 30 seconds for Seedance 2.5. This workspace may offer a smaller set of durations or resolutions; use the controls shown before you generate.
Can I use Seedance 2.5 for free?
Any trial credits or offers can change. Check the balance in your account and the credit estimate shown before you generate; no permanent free allowance is promised.
Is this the official Seedance website?
No. This is an independent service that provides access to supported models. It is not operated by ByteDance, Dreamina or the Seedance model team.
How do Seedance 1.5, 2.0 and 2.5 differ?
The releases have different inputs, audio features and output limits. ByteDance Seed describes Seedance 2.0 as supporting clips up to 15 seconds and Seedance 2.5 as supporting clips up to 30 seconds. Check the provider’s documentation for full specifications.
Where can I find the official Seedance 2.0 launch information?
ByteDance Seed published its Seedance 2.0 launch announcement on 12 February 2026. Use the official announcement linked on this page for the original release information.
How do I use Seedance 2.0 in this workspace?
Choose the version shown in the model picker, select a supported mode and add a prompt or references. Review the current settings and credit estimate before submitting.
Which Seedance versions are available here?
Availability can change. Check the model picker for the versions currently enabled in this workspace, and use ByteDance Seed’s official pages for release announcements.
What should I do if a prompt is rejected?
Read the message from the selected provider and make sure your prompt and references follow its safety rules. Remove material you do not have rights to use; changing a prompt does not guarantee acceptance.
Practical guides
More Seedance 2.5 guides
Find a clear walkthrough, prompt examples and up-to-date notes on credits before you start.
How to Use Seedance 2.5
A five-step workflow covering inputs, prompts, settings, credit estimates and how to refine a result.
Read the guideSeedance 2.5 Prompt Guide
Seven adaptable examples for portraits, product videos, short-form clips, image-to-video and sound.
Read the guideIs Seedance 2.5 Free?
Check starter credits, generation costs, watermarks and privacy before you pay.
Read the guideCreate a Seedance 2.5 video draft
Choose a supported mode, write a prompt and review the available settings and credit estimate before you generate.
Start creating