Can I remove the watermark from free plan videos by masking or cropping it?
Last updated: March 10, 2026
Context
Users on the free plan may want to remove the Sync watermark from their generated videos through post-production techniques like masking or cropping, especially if they upgrade to a paid plan later. This question often comes up when users need clean videos for commercial use but want to avoid regenerating their content.
Answer
No, you are not allowed to remove, crop, or mask the Sync watermark from videos generated on the free plan, even if you later upgrade to a paid plan.
While free plan videos can be used for commercial purposes, the watermark must remain intact and visible. Attempting to remove it through post-production editing violates the terms of use.
To get a clean, watermark-free version of your video, you must:
Upgrade to a paid plan (Creator plan or above)
Open your existing project
Regenerate the video on the new paid plan
The newly regenerated video will be completely watermark-free and legally clean for any commercial use. Previously generated videos from the free plan will always retain their watermark, regardless of your current subscription status.
If you need help selecting the right paid plan or have payment issues, contact support for assistance.