Read the duration and output choices separately
Clip length tells you how long the finished video is intended to run, not how quickly the request will complete. Selecting 5 seconds does not mean generation takes five seconds.
Portrait, Landscape and Square describe framing, not pixel resolution. Check any explicit quality or audio setting for the request. A companion's voice option does not automatically supply dialogue, music or lip synchronization.
| Video option | Check before submitting |
|---|---|
| Clip duration | 5-second or 10-second options; review the duration selected for this request |
| Video access | A subscription may be required; the image trial has separate access |
| Video charge | Listed at 20 tokens; confirm the request total |
| Picture shape | Portrait, Landscape or Square; these are not pixel dimensions |
| Sound options | Rely only on audio features explicitly offered for the video request |
Prepare the image, then describe the movement
For an image-based clip, choose a suitable character picture first. Write a motion brief that fits what is visible. A pause, glance or other small action gives the shot a purpose without requiring an entire sequence of scene changes.
- Open the generator and switch to Video.
- Select the existing character or image that should anchor the clip.
- Describe the movement plainly; do not assume a hidden command or a dedicated camera slider.
- Check the offered duration, framing, access requirement and displayed token total.
- When the result is available, watch it from beginning to end before deciding whether another request is worthwhile.
Set a media budget before requesting variations
At the listed rates, one video costs 20 tokens and one image costs 2. Two individual image requests and one video therefore add up to 24 tokens. This is a calculation from those rates, not a bundled offer; the displayed charge for each request still matters.
Unlimited messages on Ultimate do not include unlimited videos. Monthly allowances are labeled coins, while generation rates use tokens. Check how those labels apply to your account before working out a clip budget, and ask support if their relationship is unclear.
Watch the whole clip and check its intended use
A thumbnail cannot show whether the subject changes halfway through. Review the opening, middle and ending, including any audio, before keeping or sharing a result. DarLink's standard terms limit use to personal entertainment unless a separate agreement permits otherwise; check them before planning commercial use.
To find a completed request, use the video filter in Recent Generations and check the My or Everyone view. Confirm visibility for the output itself rather than treating either view label as a privacy guarantee.
Common questions
What is the listed token price for a video?
Video generation is listed at 20 tokens. A source image created for it has a separate listed charge, so review each request rather than assuming image and video are bundled.
Can I make videos for free without a limit?
Do not plan on unlimited free clips. Video can require a subscription and carries a listed token charge. Read the access notice and balance in your account; an image trial does not establish free video access.
How long are the clips, and what resolution do they use?
The duration selector lists 5-second and 10-second options. Confirm the selected length and charge for your request. Portrait, Landscape and Square are framing choices, not resolution figures; check any output-quality specification separately.
Will the clip contain music, speech or other sound?
Only plan for audio when the video tool explicitly offers it. Voice choices elsewhere in DarLink do not establish music generation, a soundtrack or synchronized speech in a clip.
Are all requests allowed if a character is labeled NSFW?
No. Adult-content labels do not override DarLink's rules. Do not use real people's private images or create content involving minors or non-consensual sexualization. Check with support before submitting a use you are unsure about.
What should I do if a video request takes longer than expected?
Check the request status and balance available in your account before sending it again. If the result or charge remains unclear, contact official support rather than creating duplicate requests.
For an account question, email the DarLink support team.