How to Make a TikTok Chat Overlay for Videos & Streams
Want to add a realistic TikTok DM or live chat overlay to your gameplay, vlog, or reaction video? Use Vidulk’s free online TikTok chat generator to create and export animated chat overlays for OBS, CapCut, Premiere, and more.
Start from a template
All templates →Fake Chat Video Generator
Build a realistic conversation, then download it as a video (with typing + sounds) or a screenshot. Free, in your browser — nothing is uploaded.
Script import & bulk exportpaste a script instead of typing
Reading a script into the editor is free. Downloading up to 10 videos at once needs a PREMIUM code.
1. Get scripts from ChatGPT, Claude or any AI
Say what the videos are about. Copy the prompt, paste it into your AI, then paste its answer below.
2. Paste the scripts
Writing them yourself? See the format
- Start each video with a line like
=== 1 ===. - One
label: textper line.title:names the file. - Use
me:for messages I send andthem:for messages from the other person. - Put
contact:(the other person's name) near the top of each script. - You may add
platform:with one of: imessage, whatsapp, instagram, tiktok, messenger, telegram, android-sms, discord, twitch, snapchat, signal, line, tinder, bumble, onlyfans, slack, teams. - You may add
dark mode:yes or no, andtime:such as Today 2:02 PM. - Write 6 to 14 short messages per script, the way people really text.
Alex
Active now
Today 2:02 PM
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Video background
PREMIUMPut your video on a moving background, the format story channels use.
Free to preview. Downloading with a background needs a . The free download saves your video without it.
Gameplay, b-roll, anything you have the rights to. It stays on your device.
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- No watermark on videos and screenshots
- Video backgrounds, including your own footage
- Bulk export: up to 10 videos at once
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Step 1: Create Your Fake TikTok Chat Animation
Visit the embedded TikTok chat generator on this page. Type out your conversation, choosing either dark or light theme. Add avatars, sender names, timestamps, and use the ‘seen’ state for extra realism. You can script both sides of the chat for skits or DM stories. Preview the animation to check timing and flow.
Step 2: Export the Animated Chat Overlay
- Click export and select MP4 or WebM to download the animated chat as a video. (The exported video has TikTok’s solid chat background.)
- If you want a static overlay or want to mask it, export as PNG for a screenshot.
- No app or signup required, but a small watermark is present unless you use a free one-time code.
Step 3: Add the Chat Overlay in Your Video Editor or Streaming App
- CapCut, Premiere, DaVinci Resolve: Import the animated chat MP4/WebM as a new layer. Resize and move the chat to a corner (like a picture-in-picture effect). Optionally, add a phone frame or round the corners for style. Sync the chat’s message timing with your video or voice-over for natural reactions.
- OBS Studio: Add the exported chat video as a Media Source. Position and scale it on your stream canvas. Use it for staged chat skits, ‘chat reacts’ intros, or to simulate TikTok live chatter.
- Masking for Cut-Out Look: If you exported a PNG screenshot, use your editor’s masking tools to crop or shape the chat window as needed.
Tips for Authentic & Responsible Use
- Clearly label fake chats as staged if they could mislead viewers.
- Use for entertainment, memes, mockups, or creator skits - not for impersonation or deception.
- Adjust the chat pace and content to match your video’s energy for the best effect.
Make it now - the free generator is on this page, preset to this platform. Export as video or screenshot.
Try VidulkFAQ
Can I make the TikTok chat overlay background transparent?
No, the exported animation has TikTok’s solid chat background. For a cut-out effect, export a PNG screenshot and mask it in your editor.
Does Vidulk’s fake chat generator require an app or signup?
No, it works directly in your browser with no app download or account needed.
Is there a watermark on exported chat overlays?
Yes, a small watermark is present by default. You can remove it instantly with a free one-time code.
What video editors and streaming apps work with the exported chat overlay?
You can use CapCut, Premiere, DaVinci Resolve, OBS Studio, or any editor that supports MP4/WebM overlays.
Is it ethical to use fake TikTok chat overlays?
Yes, when clearly labeled as staged and used for entertainment, memes, or skits - not to impersonate or deceive real people.