AI video clipping and editing tool that turns long videos into short clips with captions, reframing, and one-click social publishing.
Katto

About Katto
Katto is an AI-powered video clipping tool designed to convert long-form videos and podcasts into short, vertical clips optimized for social media platforms. It automatically identifies the most engaging moments in a video, reframes the footage to a 9:16 aspect ratio, and adds word-synced captions in 99 languages. Each clip is scored on virality across four axes to help users prioritize the most promising content. The platform provides a text-based editing interface where users can refine clips, apply AI-generated hooks, and insert B-roll footage. Katto supports direct publishing to seven major platforms, including TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, streamlining the workflow from editing to distribution. The tool operates on a flat monthly pricing model with no per-minute credits, making it cost-effective for frequent users. Additionally, Katto offers a REST API and MCP server for programmatic access, enabling integration with other workflows or automated systems. It is particularly useful for content creators, marketers, and media teams looking to repurpose existing video content efficiently.
Key features
- Automatically detects best moments in long videos
- Reframes footage to 9:16 vertical format
- Adds word-synced captions in 99 languages
- Scores clips on virality across four axes
- Text-based editing interface for refinements
- Applies AI hooks and inserts B-roll footage
- Direct publishing to TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and more
- Flat monthly pricing with no per-minute credits
- REST API and MCP server for programmatic use
- Optimized for social media distribution
Use cases
- Repurposing long podcasts into short, shareable clips
- Creating viral-ready content from webinars or live streams
- Scaling social media video production for brands or creators
Pros
- Flat monthly pricing with no per-minute credits or usage limits
- Automated scoring of clips on four virality axes to prioritize high-potential content
- Supports 99 languages for captions and 8 languages for AI dubbing
- Direct publishing and scheduling to seven major social platforms
- Text-based editing interface for refining clips by modifying transcript text
Cons
- Free plan includes a watermark on exported clips
- Maximum video length varies by plan, with shorter limits on the free tier
Frequently asked questions about Katto
What is Katto?
Katto converts long videos into post-ready vertical shorts by detecting the best moments, reframing to 9:16, adding word-synced captions in 99 languages, scoring clips for virality, and publishing to seven platforms in one click.
Which video formats does Katto support?
Katto supports YouTube links and local files in MP4, MOV, WebM, and MKV formats, with maximum upload sizes varying by plan.
How does the flat pricing model work?
The flat pricing model charges a single monthly fee regardless of the number of videos processed, with no credits or per-minute calculations, and allows cancellation at any time.
Does Katto offer AI dubbing for clips?
Yes, Katto provides AI dubbing in eight languages, translating clips into natural-sounding speech in the selected language.
Is there a watermark on exported clips?
Exported clips on the free plan include a small Katto watermark, while Creator and Studio plans remove the watermark entirely.
Can Katto be integrated with other tools or automated workflows?
Yes, Katto offers a REST API and MCP server for programmatic access, allowing integration with other workflows or automated systems.