Free
$ 0Non-commercial use. Explore the core toolkit to test ideas and share quick drafts.
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- Export up to 1080p
- Export up to 5s video
- Core effects library
- Basic preset controls
- Figma plugin
Duotone Effect
Apply Duotone to images and videos online
Pick two colors. Let the light do the rest. Shadows take on one hue, highlights take on another — turning any photo or video into a striking two-tone graphic.
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Ideas for using the effect
Brand color overlays
Apply your brand's two primary colors to photos for a consistent, on-brand visual style.
Retro & risograph prints
Recreate the look of classic two-color print techniques with bold, overlapping hues.
Moody portraits
Use deep shadows paired with a warm or cool highlight to give portraits a cinematic, editorial feel.
Stylized backgrounds
Turn plain textures or gradients into vivid two-tone backgrounds for graphics and presentations.
Made with this effect
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Pro
$ 12 /monthCommercial license with full features. High-resolution exports, longer clips, and work without watermarks.
- No watermarks
- Commercial license
- Dynamic effects export
- 4k resolution export
- 120s video export
- Save and share up to 10 custom presets
Animate new
$ 20 /monthKeyframes, longer video exports and unlimited presets.
- Animate effects with keyframes
- Up to 5 minutes video export
- Unlimited custom presets
- Keyframe timeline controls
- Reusable animation settings
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Duotone do?
It maps the brightness of your image to two colors — dark areas take on the shadow color and bright areas take on the highlight color.
How is this different from a color tint?
A tint shifts all pixels toward one color. Duotone uses two separate colors for shadows and highlights, giving you much more control over the final look.
Does it preserve image detail?
Yes. All the structure and contrast of the original image remain — only the colors change.
Does this work on videos?
Yes. Duotone works in real time on both images and videos.
Can I combine it with other effects?
Yes. Try layering it with grain, blur, or vignette for a more finished, polished result.