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
Ripple Effect
Apply Ripple to images and videos online
Create water-like ripple effects across your image or video. Add fluid motion and organic distortion — even to static visuals.
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Ideas for using the effect
Liquid motion
Simulate water waves, drops, and surface ripples.
Bring photos to life
Add subtle motion to still images for dynamic visuals.
Background distortion
Create flowing, animated backgrounds for design and motion graphics.
Atmospheric effects
Mimic reflections, heat waves, or underwater movement.
Made with this effect
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Test out the app with no strings attached. No registration or credit card information is required.
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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 Ripple do?
Ripple distorts an image or video with wave-like motion, similar to water ripples.
Is the effect animated?
Yes. Ripple adds dynamic movement over time.
Can I control the wave strength?
Yes. You can adjust ripple intensity, frequency, and speed.
Does Ripple work on videos?
Absolutely. The effect runs in real time on both images and videos.
What effects work well with Ripple?
Ripple pairs beautifully with blur, color grading, noise, and glow effects.