Remove Background & Export MOV ProRes Transparent Video

AI-powered background removal with ProRes 4444 alpha channel export. Professional broadcast quality for Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro, and DaVinci Resolve.

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Why Export MOV ProRes 4444 Transparent Videos?

The professional standard for transparent video editing

AI-Powered Detection

Our AI detects humans, hair, and complex motion with studio-quality precision. No green screen or manual editing required.

  • No green screen needed
  • Hair & motion detection
  • Works with any video

Any Background You Want

Replace backgrounds with transparent, solid colors, custom images, or even videos. Complete creative control.

  • Transparent export
  • Image backgrounds
  • Video backgrounds with audio sync

9 Export Formats

Export in MP4, WebM, ProRes, PNG sequence, GIF, WebP, Lottie, and dotLottie. Use anywhere - web, apps, professional editors.

  • Professional formats (ProRes 4444)
  • Web-optimized (WebM, GIF)
  • App-ready (Lottie, dotLottie)

Batch Processing

Upload multiple videos and process them all at once. Perfect for content creators and agencies with high volume needs.

  • Process entire projects at once
  • Queue multiple videos
  • Save hours of editing time
Up to 120 Minutes Per Video

Up to 120 Minutes Per Video

Handle long-form content with ease. Process webinars, courses, tutorials, and full-length videos without splitting them up.

  • Webinars & courses
  • Long tutorials
  • Full-length content

How to Create MOV ProRes Transparent Videos

1

Upload Your Video

  • Supports MP4, MOV, WEBM formats
  • AI automatically removes background
  • Professional quality processing
2

AI Removes Background

  • Advanced SAM2 model for precision edges
  • Frame-by-frame background removal
  • Broadcast-quality output
3

Export as ProRes 4444

  • Select 'Transparent' background option
  • Choose 'MOV ProRes 4444' format
  • Download professional-grade transparent video

Professional Video Processing

Pay per video. Export broadcast-quality ProRes from $0.50-$2.00/min.

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BASIC

Perfect to test the remove background video

(180 credits) • 3 minutes of processing

What's included:

Up to 4K video processing
Transparent backgrounds (webm, mov, pngs, gif, webp, lottie json)
Free preview for all videos
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STANDARD

Ideal for longer videos or multiple short videos

(900 credits) • 15 minutes of processing

What's included:

Up to 4K video processing
Transparent backgrounds (webm, mov, pngs, gif, webp, lottie json)
Batch processing
Free preview for all videos
API access included
$45
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PRO

Made for long videos or 100+ shorter videos

(3600 credits) • 60 minutes of processing

What's included:

Up to 4K video processing
Transparent backgrounds (webm, mov, pngs, gif, webp, lottie json)
Batch processing
Free preview for all videos
API access included

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Professional ProRes 4444 encoding
Full 16-bit alpha channel
No watermarks, credits never expire

MOV ProRes Transparent Video FAQ

What is MOV ProRes 4444 with alpha channel?

ProRes 4444 is Apple's professional video codec designed for high-quality post-production workflows. The "4444" variant includes a full alpha channel for transparency, making it the industry standard for professional transparent video.

Technical specifications:

  • Codec: Apple ProRes 4444
  • Container: QuickTime MOV
  • Alpha Channel: 16-bit transparency
  • Color Depth: 12-bit (4:4:4:4 RGB+Alpha)
  • Compression: Visually lossless
  • Audio: PCM or AAC

ProRes 4444 is specifically designed for compositing workflows where transparency and color accuracy are critical.

When should I use MOV ProRes instead of other transparent formats?

Choose MOV ProRes 4444 when you need:

  • Professional editing - Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve
  • Broadcast quality - TV, film, professional production
  • Color grading - Maximum color accuracy and bit depth
  • Compositing - Multi-layer video workflows
  • Archive quality - Long-term storage of master files
  • Cross-platform editing - Works on Mac and Windows

ProRes vs other formats:

  • vs WebM: Larger files but universally supported in pro software, higher quality
  • vs PNG Sequence: Single video file (easier workflow), includes audio
  • vs WebP/GIF: Professional codec, not web-optimized, for editing not delivery
  • vs Lottie: True video format, for professional workflows not mobile apps

ProRes is the gold standard when quality and compatibility matter more than file size.

What professional editing software supports ProRes transparent video?

MOV ProRes 4444 has exceptional support across professional editing platforms:

Video Editing Software:

  • Final Cut Pro - Native support, optimized performance
  • Adobe Premiere Pro - Full alpha channel support
  • DaVinci Resolve - Native import and export
  • Avid Media Composer - Full ProRes support
  • Adobe After Effects - Perfect for compositing

Motion Graphics:

  • Apple Motion - Native ProRes workflow
  • Adobe After Effects - Full alpha support
  • Cinema 4D - Import and export

3D & VFX:

  • Blender - ProRes import support
  • Nuke - Industry standard compositing

Color Grading:

  • DaVinci Resolve - Full ProRes pipeline
  • Baselight - Professional grading support

ProRes is the most widely supported professional format across the industry.

How do I use ProRes transparent video in Final Cut Pro?

ProRes 4444 with alpha channel works natively in Final Cut Pro:

Import steps:

  1. Download your ProRes 4444 transparent video
  2. In Final Cut Pro, go to File > Import > Files
  3. Select your .mov file and click Import Selected
  4. The video will appear in your library with transparency intact

Working with transparency:

  • Drag the clip to your timeline over other footage
  • The transparent areas will automatically show layers beneath
  • Use the Transform tools to position and scale
  • Apply effects without losing transparency
  • Export with transparency by choosing ProRes 4444 in export settings

Pro tip: ProRes 4444 files are large (often 500MB-2GB for short clips). Keep plenty of storage space available.

How do I use ProRes transparent video in Adobe Premiere Pro?

Adobe Premiere Pro fully supports ProRes 4444 alpha channel:

Import and use:

  1. Download your ProRes 4444 .mov file
  2. In Premiere Pro, go to File > Import or drag file to Project panel
  3. Premiere automatically detects the alpha channel
  4. Drag clip to timeline - transparency works immediately
  5. Layer over other clips for compositing

Checking alpha channel:

  • Right-click clip > Modify > Interpret Footage
  • Ensure "Alpha Channel" is set to "Straight - Unmatted"
  • ProRes 4444 uses straight alpha (not premultiplied)

Exporting with transparency:

  • Choose QuickTime format in export settings
  • Select Apple ProRes 4444 codec
  • Check "Include Alpha Channel" option
  • Export to maintain transparency through your workflow

Premiere Pro treats ProRes 4444 as a native format with excellent playback performance.

Why are ProRes files so large?

ProRes 4444 files are large because they prioritize quality over compression:

Typical file sizes:

  • 30 seconds at 1080p: ~500MB - 800MB
  • 1 minute at 1080p: ~1GB - 1.5GB
  • 1 minute at 4K: ~3GB - 5GB

Why so large?

  • Minimal compression: Visually lossless quality
  • High bit depth: 12-bit color + 16-bit alpha
  • Intra-frame encoding: Every frame is independently encoded (fast editing)
  • Professional standard: Designed for editing, not delivery

Comparison:

  • ProRes 4444: ~40-60 MB/sec bitrate
  • WebM VP9: ~2-5 MB/sec bitrate (10-20x smaller)
  • PNG Sequence: ~80-100 MB/sec (larger than ProRes)

Best practices:

  • Use ProRes for editing and production (master files)
  • Export to WebM or MP4 for web delivery (final distribution)
  • Keep plenty of hard drive space (external SSD recommended)

The large file size is the trade-off for professional quality and fast editing performance.

Create Your ProRes Transparent Video

Broadcast-quality ProRes 4444 with full alpha channel transparency. The professional standard.