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WAN 2.6 AI Video Generator

WAN 2.6 is Alibaba's multi-shot AI video generator with native audio — and Vivideo lets you use the WAN AI video generator online, no DashScope setup. Generate WAN videos from text or image prompts with consistent multi-shot scenes, and export them watermark-free.

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DeveloperAlibaba
ReleasedWan 2.6 · Dec 2025
Native audioYes
Max resolution1080p
Max clip lengthUp to 15s
Pricing from$0.10 / sec

Key specs

DeveloperAlibaba
OriginChina
ReleasedWan 2.6 · Dec 2025
Native audioYes
Max resolution1080p
Max clip lengthUp to 15s
AvailabilityOpen weights · Apache 2.0 (open weights ≤ 2.2)
Available viaOpen weights · DashScope API
Pricing from$0.10 / sec

Where WAN 2.6 shines

  • Multi-shot consistency across cuts
  • Native audio in WAN 2.6
  • Open-weights heritage and community
  • Watermark-free WAN exports on Vivideo
Best for

Use the WAN AI video generator when a video needs several connected shots: story sequences, explainers and multi-scene clips. WAN 2.6's multi-shot consistency and native audio keep characters and settings stable across cuts.

Multi-scene story sequencesExplainers with consistent charactersImage-to-video across connected shotsNarrative clips that need continuity
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Good to know

  • !Single hero shots may trail realism models
  • !Native clips are short per shot
  • !Native access needs DashScope/Alibaba (Vivideo removes that)

Background. WAN is developed by Alibaba, with WAN 2.6 the current release and earlier versions available as open weights under Apache 2.0. It's known for multi-shot consistency and native audio. Natively it runs via DashScope; on Vivideo the WAN AI video generator is available online with no setup.

How to use WAN 2.6 on Vivideo

1

Open Vivideo and start a new video.

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Select WAN 2.6 as your model — or let the Video Agent pick it for you.

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Describe your shot (or upload an image) and set duration and aspect ratio.

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Generate with WAN 2.6, then refine, add a voice or avatar, and export for any platform.

WAN AI Video Generator — Use Alibaba WAN 2.6 Online

Vivideo puts Alibaba's WAN 2.6 in your browser with no DashScope account and no setup. Generate WAN videos from text or image prompts with consistent multi-shot scenes and native audio, and export them watermark-free.

WAN sits beside 30+ other AI video models on Vivideo, so you can run a WAN multi-shot sequence, switch to Sora 2 or Veo 3.1 for a hero frame, and stitch it into one edit — the fastest way to use the WAN AI video generator online.

A consistent multi-shot WAN 2.6 AI-generated sequence on screen

Multi-Shot Consistency: The WAN AI Video Generator

WAN 2.6 is the model to pick when a video needs several connected shots. It keeps characters and settings stable across cuts, which is why WAN is a strong choice for explainers and short narratives where single-shot models drift.

On Vivideo you generate those consistent WAN sequences online and export them watermark-free — no DashScope, no downloader.

Multi-shot consistency across cuts

Native soundtrack synced to motion

Watermark-free WAN exports on Vivideo paid plans

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Open-Weights Heritage, Hosted for You

Earlier WAN versions ship as open weights under Apache 2.0, which built a strong developer community. On Vivideo you use the hosted WAN 2.6 model online, with no weights or GPUs to manage.

Generate freely, then finish your WAN clip with captions, voice and a soundtrack in Vivideo.

A WAN video prompt rendering into a consistent multi-shot story

WAN Text-to-Video and Image-to-Video for Stories

Vivideo runs both WAN text-to-video and WAN image-to-video. Describe a sequence or upload a still, and WAN 2.6 carries the subject across connected shots with native audio.

Story-led prompts get the most from WAN; describe the sequence, and the WAN AI video generator returns continuous, consistent results you can refine.

WAN text-to-video from a written prompt

WAN image-to-video from a single photo

Consistent characters across shots

Everything the WAN AI Video Generator Includes on Vivideo

Generate with WAN 2.6 in your browser — no Alibaba Cloud setup.

Download clean WAN videos on a paid plan — no downloader needed.

Keep characters and settings stable across cuts.

Run WAN from a prompt or a still, and switch models per shot.

WAN sits beside Sora 2, Kling and more — stories and realism on one plan.

A consistent multi-shot WAN 2.6 AI-generated sequence on screen

Who Uses the WAN AI Video Generator?

WAN is the pick whenever a video needs several connected, consistent shots rather than one clip.

Explainer creators

Explainer creators

Build multi-scene explainers with WAN 2.6's consistent shots, then export watermark-free.

Storytellers

Storytellers

Generate short narratives where WAN keeps characters stable across cuts.

Product marketers

Product marketers

Turn a product photo into a consistent WAN sequence with native audio.

Developers

Developers

Reach WAN's open-weights lineage without GPUs, via one integration.

Agencies

Agencies

Ship story-driven WAN video on one subscription, no DashScope account.

Solo founders

Solo founders

Launch a multi-shot product story with the WAN AI video generator.

Create, Edit and Localize WAN Videos in One Place

Vivideo is more than a WAN video generator — it's the whole workflow. Generate consistent sequences with WAN 2.6, edit the result, and localize it into 30 languages without leaving your browser.

Generate WAN videos from text or image

Run WAN 2.6 text-to-video from a prompt or WAN image-to-video from a photo, with multi-shot consistency and no DashScope. Swap to Sora 2 or Hailuo for any shot.

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Generate WAN videos from text or image

About WAN on Vivideo

WAN is Alibaba's video generation family, with WAN 2.6 the current release. As an AI video generator, WAN is known for multi-shot consistency and native audio — it holds characters and settings stable across cuts, which most single-shot models can't.

On Vivideo you can use the WAN AI video generator online without a DashScope or Alibaba Cloud account — WAN 2.6 is one of 30+ AI video models on a single subscription. Run WAN text-to-video from a prompt or WAN image-to-video from a still, and switch models per shot.

WAN's earlier versions ship as open weights (Apache 2.0), which built a strong developer community. On Vivideo you get WAN 2.6 output online without managing weights or infrastructure.

WAN rewards story-led prompts. Describe a sequence of connected shots, and the WAN AI video generator keeps the subject consistent from cut to cut — ideal for explainers and short narratives.

WAN has trade-offs: single hero shots may trail dedicated realism models. For a flagship frame, Vivideo lets you switch to Sora 2 or Veo 3.1, then use WAN for the connected sequence — in one edit up to 10 minutes.

Is WAN AI free? You can try the WAN AI video generator free on Vivideo with daily generations, no credit card and no Alibaba account. A budget-friendly plan removes the watermark.

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See What the WAN AI Video Generator Can Do

Watch a prompt become a consistent multi-shot story — then make your own WAN AI video free on Vivideo.

Make Your First WAN AI Video Free

Use the WAN AI video generator online on Vivideo — no DashScope, watermark-free exports. Write a description or upload a still and generate.

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WAN 2.6 FAQ

Is WAN AI free to use?

Yes — try the WAN AI video generator free on Vivideo with daily generations, no credit card and no Alibaba account. Move to a paid tier for watermark-free video and bigger allowances.

What is WAN AI video and who makes it?

WAN is Alibaba's video generation family, with WAN 2.6 the current release. It holds multi-shot sequences together and generates native audio, which makes it one of the stronger choices for story-driven clips — all on Vivideo, no Alibaba account.

When should I choose WAN over Kling or Seedance?

Choose WAN 2.6 when a video needs several connected shots — its multi-shot consistency keeps characters and settings stable across cuts. Kling leans expressive human motion, Seedance leans fast social clips; on Vivideo you can compare them all.

Does WAN AI do image-to-video?

Yes — WAN image-to-video animates a still and carries it across connected shots. On Vivideo, pick WAN 2.6, add your image, and generate; you can also run WAN text-to-video from a prompt.

Is WAN open source?

Earlier WAN versions ship as open weights under Apache 2.0, which built a strong developer community. On Vivideo you use the hosted WAN 2.6 model with no weight management.

Does WAN 2.6 generate audio?

Yes — WAN 2.6 supports native audio, so your multi-shot clips arrive with synchronized sound. On Vivideo you can layer in AI voices and a soundtrack.

How much does WAN AI cost?

Natively WAN is metered through DashScope. On Vivideo, WAN 2.6 is included in one subscription alongside 30+ models, so you don't pay per WAN clip — free to try, affordable to scale.

How long can WAN videos be?

Native WAN shots are short but chain well. Vivideo stitches multiple WAN 2.6 shots — and other models — into finished videos up to 10 minutes.

Can I use WAN AI on PC and mobile?

Yes — Vivideo runs the WAN AI video generator in any modern browser, so you can use WAN 2.6 on a PC, Mac or phone with no DashScope setup.

How do I write a good WAN video prompt?

Describe the sequence — the connected shots, characters and settings. WAN 2.6 rewards story-led prompts with consistent, continuous results; refine any shot on Vivideo.

Is there a free WAN AI video generator online?

Yes — Vivideo is a free WAN AI video generator online: pick WAN 2.6, generate with daily free credits, no Alibaba account. Upgrade to save clips watermark-free.

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