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Unified Video Generation API for Developers

Pipevideo Team
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Video generation has traditionally required integrating with multiple providers, each with their own APIs, authentication schemes, and response formats. Today we're introducing Pipevideo: a unified gateway that lets you access multiple video generation engines through a single, OpenAI-compatible API.

The Problem with Video APIs Today

If you've built applications that generate video, you know the pain:

  • Multiple integrations: Each provider requires different authentication, request formats, and error handling
  • Inconsistent responses: Different providers return video URLs in different formats
  • Provider lock-in: Switching providers means rewriting integration code
  • Cost optimization: Comparing prices across providers is manual and time-consuming

Our Solution: One API for All Engines

Pipevideo provides a unified interface that sits between your application and video generation providers. You send prompts in a standard format, and we handle:

  • Routing: Automatically route your requests to the appropriate engine
  • Authentication: Manage provider credentials securely
  • Response normalization: Return consistent response formats regardless of provider
  • Cost optimization: Choose between cost, speed, or quality based on your needs

Supported Engines and Models

We support multiple video generation engines:

  • HyperFrames: High-quality frame-based video generation with precise control
  • Lottie: Vector-based animation perfect for UI motion and lightweight content

For orchestration, we offer access to leading models:

  • Anthropic Claude Opus 4.8: Best for complex, high-fidelity generation
  • Moonshot Kimi K2.6: Excellent cost-performance balance
  • Qwen 3.7 Max: Strong multilingual and visual reasoning
  • OpenAI GPT-5.5: Industry-leading comprehension and generation quality

Getting Started

Here's how simple it is to generate video:

curl -X POST https://api.pipevideo.co/v1/responses \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer $PIPEVIDEO_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{
    "model": "moonshotai/kimi-k2.6",
    "engine": "hyperframes",
    "input": "A product demo video for a coffee subscription service"
  }'

That's it. No provider-specific code, no credential management for multiple services, no response parsing differences.

What's Next

We're expanding our engine support and adding new features:

  • Additional video engines (animated image generation, text-to-video)
  • Real-time generation status via WebSockets
  • Provider fallback for improved reliability
  • Cost analytics and optimization recommendations

Ready to simplify your video generation? Sign up today and get started with free credits.

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