Yes, Kapwing's YouTube to TikTok AI Converter is free for all users and includes preset aspect ratios to make resizing simple. However, to get unlimited access to 4k quality video and AI-powered features like auto-subtitling and translation, a Pro account is needed.

To convert horizontal video to vertical for TikTok, you'll need a tool that helps you easily change video between popular platform aspect ratios. Kapwing’s YouTube to TikTok converter gives you a preset TikTok video format to click and turn a video from horizontal to vertical. Once you upload, you'll find the TikTok video size preset (9:16) on the top toolbar.

Creators can record in-app videos of up to 10 minutes on TikTok. However, it's possible to upload videos to TikTok that are up to 60 minutes long. To get the best clips to post on TikTok, use Kapwing’s Repurpose Studio to automatically find the best highlights from a longer video you have — perfect for creating a range of clips from a 10-minute TikTok video.

Trending sounds on TikTok are audio clips, songs, or sound bites that are becoming increasingly popular among content creators on the platform. Trending sounds usually “go viral,” meaning that tens of thousands of users create and share “duet” videos that coordinate with or react to the sound.

You can find TikTok trending sounds by following a few simple steps:

1. Open the TikTok app and tap the magnifying glass icon in the top right corner of your screen to open the search function.
2. Search “viral sounds” and then tap “Sounds” beneath the search bar.
3. You’ll find a large list of popular songs and sounds that continue to load and grow as you scroll further down.

The best aspect ratio for TikTok videos is 16:9, which ensures videos will fit well on smartphones. 1:1 (square) and 16:9 (landscape) aspect ratios can also be used to upload videos, but they may not fill phone screens as well.

There are a lot reasons to convert YouTube videos into TikToks, but three key ones include:

• Reaching New Audiences: Convert YouTube to TikTok to attract new viewers. While there is audience overlap, repurposing YouTube videos can help you find new fans on TikTok.
• Maximizing Efforts: It takes a lot of time and effort to create content from scratch for several platforms. Convert YouTube videos into TikTok-friendly formats to save energy and increase every video's impact.
• Cross-Promoting: When publishing new YouTube videos, making TikTok clips of the best moments helps you cross-promote and build hype around new uploads, sending TikTok users to your YouTube channel.

Yes, you can import clips to TikTok, trim them, and stitch them together with TikTok’s built-in editing tools. However, if you use TikTok to edit your video, you’ll be stuck with the TikTok watermark when you download it and post it elsewhere. It's recommended that you use a video editor that allows you to create and repurpose content across all platforms such as Kapwing.

Using Kapwing's AI Clip Maker you can automatically transform one long YouTube video into a series of shorter clips. Upload your video directly or paste the YouTube URL into the Repurpose Studio. Next, select a 9:16 aspect ratio and decide on other styles such as subtitles, voiceover, and clip length. Finally, hit "generate clips" to see your full YouTue video trimmed into smaller TikTok clips.

YouTube Shorts and TikTok are both platforms for short-form vertical videos although they cater to slightly different audiences and purposes. TikTok is known for its viral trends, highly engaging algorithm, and a younger, Gen Z-dominated user base, making it a hub for creativity and entertainment. YouTube Shorts, on the other hand, leverages YouTube's vast ecosystem, giving creators access to an established audience and seamless integration with their long-form content.

• YouTube Shorts: Best for building revenue and integrating short-form content into a long-term monetization strategy. Shorts are tied to YouTube's Partner Program, allowing creators to earn ad revenue, and they help drive traffic to long-form videos, boosting overall channel growth.

• TikTok: Ideal for expanding brand exposure and reaching a younger, highly engaged audience. TikTok’s algorithm makes it easier for content to go viral, giving brands and creators a platform to rapidly grow their following and boost visibility.