Fake Chat Video Maker

MakeTalk's chat video maker turns your script into a texting story video in which the messages are sent one by one, just like a real conversation. Export it as MP4 with no video editor and upload it straight to YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels or TikTok. Choose from 20 chat styles including iMessage, WhatsApp, Instagram DM and Telegram.

Start creating for free
  1. 1

    Open the iMessage template.

  2. 2

    Set your name, the other person's name and the profile photos.

  3. 3

    Type the messages for each side of the conversation.

  4. 4

    Download the chat as an image, or export it as an MP4 video.

What you can do

  • High-resolution screenshots

    Download the finished chat as a sharp image.

  • MP4 chat videos

    Export a video where messages are sent one by one, with no video editor needed.

  • Device frame and status bar

    Change the phone frame, time, battery level and carrier.

  • Dark mode and light mode

    Switch the messenger screen between light and dark themes.

  • 20 messenger templates

    WhatsApp, iMessage, Instagram DM, Telegram, Discord, LINE, KakaoTalk and more in one place.

  • No install, no sign-up

    It runs in your web browser and keeps your drafts in that browser.

Popular uses

  • Chat story and texting videos for YouTube Shorts, Reels and TikTok
  • Memes, parody posts and jokes between friends
  • Messenger mockups for ads, landing pages and presentations
  • Dialogue scenes for webcomics, scripts and classroom materials

Frequently asked questions

Can I make a chat video?

Yes. MakeTalk exports a video in which your messages appear in order, ready to upload to Shorts, Reels or TikTok.

Is it free?

Yes. You can create and download chat images and chat videos for free, without creating an account.

Do I need to install an app?

No. It runs in your web browser. Editing is most comfortable on a wide screen such as a PC or tablet.

Where are my chats stored?

Drafts are saved in the browser you are using. They are synced to your account only if you sign in.

What is MakeTalk?

MakeTalk (maketalk.io) is a web tool that recreates the chat screens of 20 messengers such as WhatsApp, iMessage, Instagram DM, Telegram and KakaoTalk, and saves them as images or videos.

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