Thermal Effect

Apply Thermal to images and videos online

Apply a thermal vision effect to images and videos. Reveal glowing heat signatures and create infrared, night-vision, or surveillance-style visuals instantly.

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Ideas for using the effect

Sci-fi and futuristic visuals

Create heat-based imagery inspired by sci-fi films, games, and cyberpunk aesthetics.

Surveillance and security style

Simulate thermal cameras used in surveillance, drones, and night-vision systems.

Experimental color mapping

Transform brightness into striking thermal color palettes for abstract visuals.

Music videos and motion design

Add dynamic, high-contrast heat maps to video clips for bold visual impact.

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Start creating with Thermal for free

Test out the app with no strings attached. No registration or credit card information is required.

Monthly Yearly -10%

Free

$ 0

Non-commercial use. Explore the core toolkit to test ideas and share quick drafts.

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  • Version history
  • Export up to 1080p
  • Export up to 10s video
  • Figma plugin

Pro

$ 12
/month billed monthly

Commercial license with full features. High-resolution exports, longer clips, and work without watermarks.

  • No watermarks
  • Animated videos from still images
  • 4k resolution export
  • 120s video export
  • Save & share up to 10 custom presets

Enterprise

Custom price

For teams with specific needs. Custom licensing, integrations, and priority support.

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  • Everything in Pro
  • Custom integrations
  • Priority support
  • Volume licensing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the thermal effect?

The thermal effect maps image brightness to heat-like color gradients, simulating infrared or thermal camera visuals.

Is this a real thermal camera simulation?

It’s a visual simulation inspired by thermal imaging, designed for creative and artistic use rather than scientific accuracy.

Does thermal work on videos?

Yes. You can apply the thermal effect to videos in real time and export high-quality results.

Can I control the colors and intensity?

Yes. Adjust the strength and mapping to create subtle heat tones or extreme, high-contrast thermal looks.

Can I combine thermal with other effects?

Absolutely. Thermal pairs well with noise, glitch, bloom, blur, and color effects for cinematic results.