# AI Movie Maker, AI Video Editor & AI Storybooks | Story.com > Markdown mirror of DialtoneApp's public top-site detail page for `story.com`. URL: https://dialtoneapp.com/top-sites/story.com/index.md Canonical HTML: https://dialtoneapp.com/top-sites/story.com ## Summary - Domain: `story.com` - Website: https://story.com - Description: ai readable | score 30 | purchase read only - Label: ai_readable - Payment surface: Not available - Purchase boundary: read_only - Control boundary: unknown - Rank: 264364 ## robots ~~~text User-agent: * Allow: / # Block authenticated and user-specific areas Disallow: /library/ Disallow: /generate Disallow: /auth/ Disallow: /api/auth/ Disallow: /account/ Disallow: /create/drafts Disallow: /studio/ Disallow: /invite # Block tracking and redirect parameters Disallow: /*?via= Disallow: /*?returnTo= Disallow: /*?inviteCode= # Discovery bots you want open User-agent: Applebot Allow: / # AI search bots — allow public pages with same path restrictions User-agent: GPTBot User-agent: OAI-SearchBot User-agent: ChatGPT-User User-agent: ClaudeBot User-agent: Claude-SearchBot User-agent: Claude-User User-agent: PerplexityBot User-agent: Perplexity-User User-agent: Google-Extended User-agent: GoogleOther User-agent: Applebot-Extended User-agent: Amazonbot Allow: / Disallow: /library/ Disallow: /generate Disallow: /auth/ Disallow: /api/auth/ Disallow: /account/ Disallow: /create/drafts Disallow: /studio/ Disallow: /invite Disallow: /*?via= Disallow: /*?returnTo= Disallow: /*?inviteCode= # Training-only / unwanted crawlers — block entirely User-agent: Bytespider Disallow: / User-agent: CCBot Disallow: / User-agent: Google-CloudVertexBot Disallow: / User-agent: Meta-ExternalAgent Disallow: / Sitemap: https://www.story.com/sitemap.xml ~~~ ## llms ~~~text # Story.com > Story.com is an AI-powered creative platform that enables users to create movies, videos, storybooks, and storyboards using artificial intelligence. Used by over 1 million creators worldwide. Story.com transforms creative ideas into professional content using AI, eliminating the need for technical skills, expensive software, or hiring designers and illustrators. The platform serves content creators, filmmakers, authors, and businesses with four specialized AI-powered products. ## Products - [Instamovies](https://story.com/products/instamovies): AI-powered short video generator that creates complete 15-90 second videos for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts from a single text prompt. Generates visuals, voiceover, background music, and effects automatically in minutes. Used by 12,000+ creators. - [AI Video Editor](https://story.com/products/ai-video-editor): Professional timeline-based video editor with unlimited length support, frame-by-frame precision, and intelligent Movie Agent assistant. Create documentaries, narrative films, educational content, and YouTube videos with AI-powered voiceovers and automatic subtitles. Used by 23,000+ filmmakers. - [Storybook Publisher](https://story.com/products/storybook-publisher): Create illustrated children's books with consistent AI-generated illustrations and publish to Amazon KDP. Eliminates the $2,000+ cost of hiring professional illustrators. Generates print-ready PDFs (300 DPI, CMYK) in 15-30 minutes. Used by 8,000+ authors. - [AI Storyboarding](https://story.com/products/storyboarding): Transform scripts into professional storyboard frames automatically for film and video pre-production. No drawing skills required. Completely free to use. Used by 5,000+ directors. ## Getting Started - [Story.com Homepage](https://story.com): Discover the AI-powered creative platform for video and book creation - [Pricing](https://story.com/pricing): Flexible pay-per-use credit system with no subscriptions and credits that never expire - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://story.com/faqs): Comprehensive answers covering all Story.com products, pricing, publishing, and technical support ## Features & Capabilities - **No Technical Skills Required**: AI handles technical execution for users of all skill levels - **Commercial Rights**: Full ownership and commercial use of all created content - **Multi-Language Support**: Create content in various languages beyond English - **Character Consistency**: Advanced AI maintains visual consistency across scenes and pages - **Professional Quality**: High-definition video (1080p) and print-ready PDFs (300 DPI) - **Flexible Pricing**: Pay-per-use credits that never expire, no monthly subscriptions ## Use Cases - **Content Creators & Influencers**: Create viral short-form content for social media in minutes - **Filmmakers & Directors**: Professional video editing and pre-production storyboarding - **Authors & Self-Publishers**: Publish illustrated children's books on Amazon KDP for passive income - **Small Businesses**: Create marketing and educational videos without hiring agencies - **YouTube Creators**: Produce documentaries, video essays, and educational content - **Educators**: Generate narrative and educational video content ## Support & Resources - [Contact Support](mailto:support@story.com): Get help from the Story.com support team - [Privacy Policy](https://story.com/privacy): How Story.com handles user data and privacy - [Terms of Service](https://story.com/terms): Terms and conditions for using Story.com ## Optional For detailed, step-by-step information about specific products and features, see the [extended documentation](https://story.com/llms-full.txt). ~~~ ## llms-full ~~~text # Story.com > Story.com is an AI-powered creative platform that enables users to create movies, videos, storybooks, and storyboards using artificial intelligence. Used by over 1 million creators worldwide. Story.com transforms creative ideas into professional content using AI, eliminating the need for technical skills, expensive software, or hiring designers and illustrators. The platform serves content creators, filmmakers, authors, and businesses with four specialized AI-powered products. ## Products - [Instamovies](https://story.com/products/instamovies): AI-powered short video generator that creates complete 15-90 second videos for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts from a single text prompt. Generates visuals, voiceover, background music, and effects automatically in minutes. Used by 12,000+ creators. - [AI Video Editor](https://story.com/products/ai-video-editor): Professional timeline-based video editor with unlimited length support, frame-by-frame precision, and intelligent Movie Agent assistant. Create documentaries, narrative films, educational content, and YouTube videos with AI-powered voiceovers and automatic subtitles. Used by 23,000+ filmmakers. - [Storybook Publisher](https://story.com/products/storybook-publisher): Create illustrated children's books with consistent AI-generated illustrations and publish to Amazon KDP. Eliminates the $2,000+ cost of hiring professional illustrators. Generates print-ready PDFs (300 DPI, CMYK) in 15-30 minutes. Used by 8,000+ authors. - [AI Storyboarding](https://story.com/products/storyboarding): Transform scripts into professional storyboard frames automatically for film and video pre-production. No drawing skills required. Completely free to use. Used by 5,000+ directors. ## Getting Started Resources - [Story.com Homepage](https://story.com): Discover the AI-powered creative platform for video and book creation - [Pricing](https://story.com/pricing): Flexible pay-per-use credit system with no subscriptions and credits that never expire - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://story.com/faqs): Comprehensive answers covering all Story.com products, pricing, publishing, and technical support ## Features & Capabilities - **No Technical Skills Required**: AI handles technical execution for users of all skill levels - **Commercial Rights**: Full ownership and commercial use of all created content - **Multi-Language Support**: Create content in various languages beyond English - **Character Consistency**: Advanced AI maintains visual consistency across scenes and pages - **Professional Quality**: High-definition video (1080p) and print-ready PDFs (300 DPI) - **Flexible Pricing**: Pay-per-use credits that never expire, no monthly subscriptions ## Use Cases - **Content Creators & Influencers**: Create viral short-form content for social media in minutes - **Filmmakers & Directors**: Professional video editing and pre-production storyboarding - **Authors & Self-Publishers**: Publish illustrated children's books on Amazon KDP for passive income - **Small Businesses**: Create marketing and educational videos without hiring agencies - **YouTube Creators**: Produce documentaries, video essays, and educational content - **Educators**: Generate narrative and educational video content ## Support & Resources - [Contact Support](mailto:support@story.com): Get help from the Story.com support team - [Privacy Policy](https://story.com/privacy): How Story.com handles user data and privacy - [Terms of Service](https://story.com/terms): Terms and conditions for using Story.com --- # Frequently Asked Questions ## Getting Started ### What is Story.com? Story.com is an AI-powered creative platform with four main products: Instamovies (AI shorts generator), AI Video Editor (professional timeline editing), Storybook Publisher (illustrated children's books for Amazon KDP), and Storyboarding (pre-production visualization). Create complete videos, books, and visual content using AI - no technical skills required. ### What are the four Story.com products? 1. **Instamovies**: AI shorts generator for TikTok/Reels/YouTube Shorts (15-90 seconds). 2. **AI Video Editor**: Professional timeline editing with unlimited length, Movie Agent assistant. 3. **Storybook Publisher**: Create illustrated children's books for Amazon KDP publishing. 4. **Storyboarding**: Pre-production scene visualization for filmmakers. ### Do I need video editing or design experience to use Story.com? No! Story.com is designed for all skill levels. Instamovies creates complete videos from text prompts. AI Video Editor has AI assistance for beginners while offering professional tools for experts. Storybook Publisher generates illustrations automatically. You just need creative ideas - the AI handles technical execution. ## Pricing & Credits ### How does Story.com pricing work? Story.com uses a pay-per-use credit system. You purchase credits upfront and use them to generate content - no subscriptions or monthly fees. Different AI models and features require different credit amounts. Visit the [pricing page](https://story.com/pricing) to see credit packages and detailed pricing for each product. ### What are credits and how do I use them? Credits are Story.com's currency for AI generation. Each product uses credits differently: Instamovies (per video length), AI Video Editor (per AI scene/voiceover/export), Storybook Publisher (per book creation). You see the exact credit cost before generating content. Check the [pricing page](https://story.com/pricing) for specific rates. ### Do credits expire? No! Credits never expire. Once purchased, use them whenever you need them - no time pressure or expiration dates. ### How do I purchase more credits? Visit the [pricing page](https://story.com/pricing) and select a credit package. You can buy credits anytime using major credit cards via Stripe. Credits are added to your account instantly. ### What payment methods do you accept? We accept major credit cards and secure online payments via Stripe. Users can pay in their local currency. If your preferred payment method isn't available, contact support@story.com. ### Can I get a refund on unused credits? Credits are non-refundable once purchased. We recommend starting with a smaller package to test our service before purchasing larger amounts. For assistance, contact support@story.com. ### Do I get a free trial? While there's no traditional free trial, creating scripts and planning content is completely free. For Storybook Publisher, creating your initial storybook is free - you only pay for regenerations. This lets you experiment before committing credits. ## Instamovies (AI Shorts Generator) ### What is Instamovies? Instamovies is an AI-powered shorts video generator that creates complete vertical/horizontal videos from a single text prompt. Describe your video idea, and the AI generates visuals, voiceover, background music, and effects to produce social media-ready content in minutes. No video editing experience required. ### How long does it take to create an Instamovie? Instamovies generates complete short videos in a few minutes. Enter your prompt, select preferences, and the AI creates a finished video with visuals, voiceover, and music automatically. Most users have their first video ready within minutes. ### What video length can Instamovies create? Instamovies specializes in short-form content: 15-90 seconds - perfect for TikTok (up to 60s), Instagram Reels (up to 90s), and YouTube Shorts (up to 60s). For longer videos with multi-scene editing, use [AI Video Editor](https://story.com/products/ai-video-editor). ### How do I create an Instamovie? Four simple steps: 1. Select your visual style from our curated collection. 2. Upload characters or generate custom AI characters. 3. Choose video model, duration, and aspect ratio (16:9 landscape or 9:16 vertical). 4. Write a text prompt describing your video idea and click generate. Your video will be ready in minutes with visuals, voiceover, and music. ### Can I edit my Instamovies after they're generated? Yes. While Instamovies creates complete one-shot videos instantly, you can edit any Instamovie with our professional [AI Video Editor](https://story.com/products/ai-video-editor) for frame-by-frame editing, scene adjustments, and advanced customization. ### What platforms are Instamovies optimized for? Instamovies are optimized for TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, Facebook Reels, and Snapchat Spotlight. Videos are generated in vertical 9:16 and horizontal 16:9 format with platform-appropriate resolutions. ### What video quality do I get with Instamovies? Instamovies are generated in high-definition quality (1080x1920 resolution) optimized for mobile viewing. Videos include crisp visuals, professional voiceover quality, and royalty-free background music. ### What file format do Instamovies export in? Instamovies export as MP4 video files, the most widely compatible format for all social media platforms. Upload directly to TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and other platforms without conversion. ### Can I use Instamovies for commercial purposes? Yes! You have full commercial rights to Instamovies you create. Use them for brand marketing, client work, social media advertising, product promotions, or any commercial purpose without additional licensing fees. ## AI Video Editor ### What is the AI Video Editor? AI Video Editor is a professional timeline-based editing platform combining unlimited-length editing with intelligent AI assistance. Get frame-by-frame control, professional tools, and an AI 'Movie Agent' that suggests edits while you maintain creative control. Perfect for documentaries, narrative films, educational content, and any project requiring professional editing. ### Do I need video editing experience for AI Video Editor? Designed for all skill levels. Beginners benefit from the Movie Agent's suggestions and automated features (voiceovers, subtitles, smart cuts). Experienced editors appreciate the professional timeline, unlimited tracks, and frame-precision. The interface is intuitive, but basic editing concepts help maximize potential. ### What is the maximum video length I can create with AI Video Editor? There is no maximum length. The timeline is truly unlimited. Users have created feature-length films exceeding 90 minutes. Whether editing a 30-second commercial or a 3-hour documentary, AI Video Editor handles projects of any length. ### Can I import my own footage into AI Video Editor? Yes. Upload your own video clips, images, and audio files. Supported formats: MP4, MOV, AVI (video), JPG, PNG (images), MP3, WAV (audio). Mix your footage with AI-generated scenes, or edit entirely with uploaded content. ### What is the Movie Agent? The Movie Agent is an intelligent AI assistant that analyzes your project and provides real-time editing suggestions. It identifies pacing issues, suggests transitions, flags continuity problems, recommends audio adjustments, and helps optimize storytelling flow. You retain full control - accept or ignore any suggestion. ### Do I have to use the Movie Agent? No. The Movie Agent is optional. Choose not to use it if you prefer manual editing without suggestions. It's there to assist when you want help, but never required. ### What export formats are available in AI Video Editor? Export as MP4 (H.264 codec, most compatible), MOV (for professional workflows), or WebM (for web use). Customize resolution, bitrate, frame rate, and aspect ratio. Export with burned-in subtitles or separate SRT files. ### Can I use AI Video Editor for YouTube videos? Yes. Many YouTube creators use AI Video Editor for video essays, documentary-style content, educational videos, and narrative storytelling. The automatic subtitle generation and voiceover features are particularly useful. Export in YouTube-optimized formats. ### Can I combine real footage with AI-generated scenes in AI Video Editor? Yes. This is a core feature. Upload your real footage, then generate AI scenes to fill gaps, visualize concepts, or create scenes that would be impossible/expensive to film (historical events, fantasy sequences, abstract concepts). Edit them together seamlessly on the timeline. ## Storybook Publisher ### What is Storybook Publisher? Storybook Publisher is an AI-powered children's book creation platform that generates consistent, professional illustrations and layouts for complete storybooks. Transform your written narrative into print-ready PDFs formatted for Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), enabling you to publish and sell illustrated children's books without hiring illustrators or designers. ### How long does it take to create a storybook? Most users complete their first storybook in 15-30 minutes. Write your narrative (5-10 min), generate AI illustrations (2-5 min), review and edit pages (5-15 min), then export your print-ready PDF. The AI handles illustration and formatting automatically. ### Will my characters look the same on every page in my storybook? Yes. Storybook Publisher uses advanced AI to maintain visual consistency across all pages. Your protagonist, supporting characters, and settings will appear identical throughout the book, which is critical for young readers' recognition and engagement. ### Can I choose different illustration styles for my storybook? Yes. Select from multiple AI illustration styles including cartoon, realistic, anime, comic, and more. The selected style applies consistently across all pages of your book. ### Can I sell my published storybooks? Yes! You own full commercial rights to storybooks created with Storybook Publisher. Sell on Amazon KDP, your own website, distribute to libraries/schools, or use for commercial purposes without additional licensing fees. You receive 100% of royalties from sales after Amazon printing fees and royalties. ### How can I publish my storybook on Amazon? Once your story is finalized, click on **Publish on Amazon** below your storybook. Story.com offers two types of publishings: 1. **Self-Publishing**: This option provides you with ready formatted PDFs and step-by-step instructions to publish your storybook onto your own Amazon KDP account. 2. **Fully Managed Publishing**: Our team handles the entire publishing process on your behalf. The payment is a one time payment for the one publishing. Both options are for a paperback book and you receive 100% of the royalties from the sales of your books after Amazon printing fees and royalties. ### How can I download my storybook as a PDF? Click 'Download PDF' beside your storybook. PDF downloads require credits from the [pricing page](https://story.com/pricing). You receive a print-ready PDF at 300 DPI with embedded fonts, proper color profiles (CMYK for print), bleed areas, and crop marks. Immediately uploadable to Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, or any print-on-demand service. ### Does Storybook Publisher support Kindle formatting? We do not support Kindle formatting at the moment, but we are actively working on it. Currently, we provide print-ready PDFs optimized for paperback publishing through Amazon KDP and other print-on-demand services. ### How much does it cost to create a storybook? Creating your initial storybook is completely free! Write your story, generate illustrations, and design your complete book at no cost. Credits are only required when you want to regenerate pages or illustrations to refine your book. ## Storyboarding ### What is AI Storyboarding? AI Storyboarding uses artificial intelligence to generate professional storyboard frames from your script automatically. Write scene descriptions, and the AI creates visual panels showing camera angles, character positions, and composition - no drawing skills required. Faster and more affordable than hiring storyboard artists. ### Why do I need to storyboard before filming? Storyboarding saves time and money by: 1. Planning every shot so crew knows exactly what to film. 2. Identifying pacing/story issues before expensive filming. 3. Ensuring team shares the same visual vision. 4. Reducing wasted time on set. Professional productions always storyboard. ### Do I need to know how to draw to use storyboarding? No. AI Storyboarding requires zero drawing ability. Write scene descriptions (e.g., 'Wide shot of hero entering dark warehouse, camera low angle'), and the AI generates professional storyboard frames. Traditional storyboarding required artistic skill or expensive artists - AI eliminates that barrier. ### How do I create a storyboard with AI? Step-by-step: 1. Write or upload your script. 2. AI analyzes your narrative and breaks it into scenes. 3. For each scene, describe the shot (camera angle, character positions, action). 4. AI generates storyboard frames for each scene. 5. Review, edit descriptions if needed, regenerate specific frames. ### How much does AI Storyboarding cost? AI Storyboarding is completely free to use. Create unlimited storyboard frames, edit scene descriptions, and upload characters at no cost. Credits are only consumed when you generate videos from your storyboard images using Story.com's video generation tools. ## Content Creation & Editing ### What types of content can I create on Story.com? Create storybooks and videos in various styles and aspect ratios. Choose from different themes, characters, and settings. Instamovies: social media shorts. AI Video Editor: documentaries, films, YouTube content. Storybook Publisher: illustrated children's books. Storyboarding: pre-production visualization. ### Can I create stories with consistent characters on Story.com? Yes! Our high-quality image models provide excellent character consistency. Upload your own character designs or generate AI characters that appear identical across all scenes/pages. This is emerging technology - expect continuous improvements in consistency over the coming months. ### How can I edit images, story text, or old content? Story.com allows you to create stories first in document format, then as videos or storybooks. To edit your story, click the 'edit' button on your story and continue from there. For videos, use AI Video Editor for frame-by-frame editing. ### Can I generate stories in other languages? Yes! You can create stories in multiple languages on Story.com. Our AI supports content generation in various languages beyond English, making it easy to create videos, storybooks, and other content for international audiences. ### Can I use Story.com videos on YouTube? Yes, provided that you created the story and have purchased the necessary credits to generate it. You have full commercial rights to content you create. ## Publishing & Export ### How can I publish my storybook on Amazon? Once your story is finalized, click on **Publish on Amazon** below your storybook. Story.com offers two types of publishings: 1. **Self-Publishing**: This option provides you with ready formatted PDFs and step-by-step instructions to publish your storybook onto your own Amazon KDP account. 2. **Fully Managed Publishing**: Our team handles the entire publishing process on your behalf. The payment is a one time payment for the one publishing. Both options are for a paperback book and you receive 100% of the royalties from the sales of your books after Amazon printing fees and royalties. ### How can I download my storybook as a PDF? Click 'Download PDF' beside your storybook. PDF downloads require credits from the [pricing page](https://story.com/pricing). You receive print-ready PDFs at 300 DPI with embedded fonts, proper color profiles (CMYK for print), bleed areas, and crop marks. ### Do you support Kindle formatting? We do not support Kindle formatting at the moment, but we are actively working on it. ## Technical Support ### I am having trouble logging in. What should I do? There are two ways to log into Story.com: using your Google account or using your email. Users who have trouble logging in often signed up with a Google account but are trying to login using their normal email address, or vice versa. Try the other option if one fails. If this doesn't work, reach out to support@story.com. ### How do I search for content on Story.com? Use the search bar at the top of the page to search for specific projects, stories, or video content. ## Legacy Subscription Users ### I have an existing subscription. What happened to it? We've transitioned to a pay-per-use model to provide more flexibility and transparency. However, we still support existing subscriptions. Your current subscription will continue to work as before, and you'll be notified well in advance of any changes. You can cancel your subscription at any time through [account settings](https://story.com/account/billing) and switch to our pay-per-use model by purchasing credits from the [pricing page](https://story.com/pricing). ### Can I still use my monthly credits from my subscription? Yes, if you have an active subscription, you can continue using your monthly credits as usual. These credits still expire at the end of each billing period. Consider switching to pay-per-use credits that never expire for more flexibility. ### How do I cancel my subscription and switch to pay-per-use? You can cancel your subscription anytime in your [account billing settings](https://story.com/account/billing). After canceling, you'll retain access until the end of your current billing period. Then simply purchase credits from our [pricing page](https://story.com/pricing) to continue using Story.com with our flexible pay-per-use model. ### Are subscription fees refundable? Subscription fees are non-refundable. While you can cancel your subscription at any time through your [account settings](https://story.com/account/billing), we do not provide refunds for the current billing period or any unused portion of your subscription. You will continue to have access to your subscription benefits until the end of your current billing period. ~~~