Online Tool Store
Video Overlay Maker
Upload a video, position a lower-third, banner, or title-card text overlay on a live canvas preview, and export the current frame as a PNG, all in your browser.
🔒 This tool runs entirely in your browser. Your files are never uploaded to a server.
A sample colored frame is shown until you upload a video. Overlays are positioned on the canvas preview below.
How it works
- Upload a video file (a sample frame is shown until you do).
- Type your overlay text, choose a position, and set colors.
- Scrub the frame slider to the moment you want to export.
- Click "Export frame as PNG" to save that frame with the overlay composited on top.
FAQ
Does this tool export a full video with the overlay burned in?
No — browser-based video re-encoding is heavy and unreliable across devices, so this tool exports the current frame (with the overlay composited on top) as a PNG. That covers lower-thirds, title cards, and thumbnail-style overlays without needing an encoding pipeline.
What overlay positions are available?
Lower third, top banner, bottom-right badge, and a centered title card — each with adjustable background and text color.
Can I scrub through the video to pick the right frame?
Yes — once a video is loaded, use the frame slider to seek, then export the exact frame you want with the overlay on it.
What video formats can I upload?
Any format your browser can play natively, typically MP4 (H.264) and WebM. The file never leaves your device.
Is my video uploaded anywhere?
No. The video plays locally via a blob URL and is drawn to a <canvas> for preview and export — nothing is sent to a server.
How we compare
| Feature | Online Tool Store | Desktop video editor | Live streaming software |
|---|---|---|---|
| No install, works in any browser | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Full timeline video export with burned-in overlay | Single-frame export only | ✓ | Live only, no file export |
| Free, no project setup | ✓ | Steep learning curve | Setup-heavy for a single overlay |
If you need a quick lower-third or title card frame for a thumbnail or preview — not a full video export — this tool positions and exports it in one page.