How it works
Add your photos
You: face clear, waist up. Friend 2: face clear, waist up. Friend 3: face clear, waist up.
Pick a style
Choose house party or backyard party. A short direction is optional.
Get your take
A 8-second vertical MP4 arrives in 2–4 minutes, ready for TikTok, Reels and Shorts.
What happens in the 8 seconds
- 0–2s
The three of you stand side by side at a house party and start moving to the beat.
- 2–4s
You clap along and point at the camera together.
- 4–6s
You cheer and pull each other close.
- 6–8s
Arms around each other's shoulders, you laugh as confetti falls.
Ideas for your take
- A birthday post for your friend group
- A party invite that shows the plan
- Getting the group together when you live in different cities
- A reunion teaser before a trip
What it costs
One take uses 40 credits. Your first take on MagicTakes is free. Credits come in one-time packs, never expire, and a take that fails gives its credits back.
| Pack | Takes | Per take |
|---|---|---|
| Starter · $9.99 | 2 | $4.00 |
| Creator · $29 | 8 | $3.52 |
| Pro · $79 | 25 | $3.16 |
If a take doesn't look right
- One friend doesn't look like themselves
- Use a sharper, front-facing photo of that friend, with their face filling more of the frame.
- The three look different sizes
- Use photos taken from a similar distance, all waist up.
- The moves aren't in sync
- Small differences are normal. Make another take for a tighter match.
- A photo was rejected
- All three photos must show adults who agreed to it. Photos of children can't be used.
Questions about Friends Dance Party
How many photos do I need?
Exactly three: one of you and one of each friend. Each photo should show one adult, face clear, waist up.
Do we need to be in the same place?
No. Each photo can be from anywhere. We put the three of you in one party scene first, then animate the dance.
Which settings can I choose?
A house party at night or a backyard party at dusk. You can try the other one on the next take.
How long does it take?
Usually 2 to 4 minutes. You can leave the page open or come back to your library later; the take is saved there when it's ready.
How much does it cost?
One take costs 40 credits. If a take fails, the credits go back to your balance automatically.
What happens to my photos?
Your photos are only used to make your take and are deleted after 30 days. Your takes are private to your account unless you share them.
Can I post it on TikTok or Reels?
Yes. Every take is a vertical 9:16 video at 720p, ready to post. It has no sound, so add a track in the app when you post.
Whose photos can I use?
Only photos of adults who agreed to it, including yourself. Photos of children can't be used.
