AI-Youtube-Shorts-Generator

What it is

AI-Youtube-Shorts-Generator is an open-source tool designed to transform long-form YouTube videos into engaging 9:16 shorts. Utilizing large language models (LLM) for highlight detection, Whisper for transcription, and automatic vertical cropping, it offers a comprehensive solution for video editing. The tool is a free alternative to commercial options like Opus Clip and Vidyo.ai, providing users with the ability to create viral content without watermarks or usage restrictions. Developed in Python, it supports a range of video platforms including TikTok and Instagram Reels.

Free, open-source tool with no watermarks or per-clip credits.

When it fits — and when it doesn’t

Known weaknesses

Each one links to the public issue, changelog or docs page it came from, where we have one.

1. 01

   Limited contributor base

   Only 3 contributors

2. 02

   Relatively new project

   Created in 2024

3. 03

   Open issues in the repository

   20 open issues on GitHub

What it does well

• Open-source and free to use

  No license fees or watermarks

• Automated highlight detection

  Uses LLMs for identifying key moments in videos

• Supports multiple video platforms

  Compatible with TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts

• No per-clip credits required

  Unlimited usage without additional costs

Pricing

Free tier

Yes

Paid from

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Model

Flat rate

Enterprise plan

No

Pricing last confirmed Oct 4, 2026.