Swap faces, not your privacy
VidMage AI is a face-swapping app that lets you swap faces in photos, videos, and GIFs, and even live on video calls. Its native Mac version runs offline on Apple Silicon, so your files stay on your device. It has a simple drag-and-drop interface, supports up to 4K export, and offers extras like multi-face swapping and a Facial Feature Mask that lets you replace only the eyes, nose, or lips.
Frequently Asked Questions on VidMage
Find answers to the most common questions about VidMage. Whether you're looking for installation guides, troubleshooting tips, or feature explanations, we've got you covered.
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Is VidMage AI free to use?
Yes, you can start with the free plan, but it has some limitations. Free users will see watermarks on exported photos and videos, and the real-time camera feature can only be tried for 3 minutes. If you want to remove the watermark and use the live camera without a time limit, you need to subscribe to a premium plan.
Does VidMage AI work offline?
Yes. We turned off our WiFi and other internet connections during testing, and the face-swapping still worked without any issues. Please note that some features, like logging in to your account or checking your subscription, may need an internet connection.
Is VidMage AI safe for my privacy?
In our testing, the app did not send our uploaded photos or videos to the internet. We checked this using the Network section of Activity Monitor while uploading a 24MB video clip. However, the app still shared some data, which is most likely an authentication check, license validation, or basic analytics. So, it keeps your face data local, but it doesn't completely stop communicating with the internet.
Does VidMage AI work on Windows?
No, VidMage AI is only available as a native macOS app, so there is no Windows version of the desktop app. However, Windows users can still use VidMage's web version in their browser. Just keep in mind that the web version works online, so your photos and videos will be uploaded to the cloud, unlike the offline macOS app.
Can I use VidMage AI during a Zoom call or live stream?
Yes. You just need to enable its native camera extension from your macOS settings, and then you can use it with apps like Zoom, OBS Studio, FaceTime, or WhatsApp. You can even switch the targeted face in the middle of a stream. However, this feature is only available for premium users, and free users get only 3 minutes to try it.
Why are there two apps inside the VidMage .dmg file?
Both apps work separately. One is for swapping faces in photos and pre-recorded videos, and the other one is for the live camera. It may look confusing at first, but the readme.txt file inside the .dmg explains it clearly.
Can I swap only a part of the face, like eyes or lips?
Yes, this is one of the best features of VidMage. Using the Facial Feature Mask option, you can swap only the eyes, nose, lips, or the full face. Many competitors don't offer this.
How many faces can I swap at once?
You can swap up to 4 faces in a single photo or video clip.
Which file formats and resolutions does VidMage AI support?
It supports MP4, MOV, JPG, PNG, WEBP, and GIF files. You can export in up to 4K resolution.
How much of my system’s resources does VidMage AI use?
On our MacBook Pro (M5 Pro, 24GB RAM), the app used about 1.3% CPU and 1.38GB of memory when idle. During face swapping, CPU usage went up to around 60.1%, while memory usage stayed the same. The results were almost the same for both images and videos.
Is VidMage AI more accurate than other face-swapping tools?
Not always. In our test, it scored 3.5/5 overall. AIFaceSwap.io scored better at 4.25/5, while MagicHour scored lower at 3/5. Surprisingly, VidMage's own web version gave us a more accurate result than its native macOS app.
Can I log in with both my email and Google account?
Yes, you can use either of them, but VidMage treats them as two different accounts. So, if you sign up with your email, you should keep using your email, and the same applies to your Google account.
Is it okay to use face-swapping apps on other people's photos?
You should always get permission before using someone else's images. Also, avoid presenting altered media as genuine when it could mislead or harm someone.