Trust & answers
Frequently asked questions
The product questions first, then the operational ones: photos and moderation, credits and payments, and what you can do with the finished clip.
The product
What is Toc Toc AI?
Toc Toc AI is the AI version of the Toc Toc Dance. It turns one photo into a 12 second clip of the viral knee lift, arm hold and bounce, with the template’s original audio kept. The same trend is also searched as toc toc dance AI, and you never have to film or learn the steps.
What is the toc toc dance?
The toc toc dance is a short viral dance where the dancer stands in place, lifts one knee at a time with both arms held out, and bounces on the beat. The name comes from the knocking rhythm of the track. It is easy to copy in a living room, which is why the toc toc dance trend spread through home videos before Toc Toc AI versions appeared.
What does the Toc Toc AI generator do?
It turns one photo into a 12 second clip of the toc toc dance. The template supplies the room, the floor, the lighting, the camera move and the original audio, and the photo you upload is used to generate the dancer. You never film anything and you never write a prompt.
How do I make my own toc toc dance video?
Upload one clear, front-facing photo, confirm the prepared template, then submit. The generator handles the rest and returns a finished clip you can preview and download. The full walkthrough is on the toc toc dance tutorial page.
Do I need to know how to do the toc toc dance?
No. The dance motion comes from the template, not from you, so you do not need to learn the steps or match the original dancer’s pose. If you do want to learn it, the tutorial covers how to do the toc toc dance with the leg lift, the arm position and the bounce on the beat.
Is this the same as the kicekela dance?
Yes. Kicekela is how viewers outside France spelled the chorus question "Qui c’est qu’est là ?" by ear, so the tag names the same routine and the same 2015 track. The choreography is identical: stand in place, lift the knee, hold both arms out, and bounce on the beat. A photo uploaded here produces that same dance.
Which photo works best?
Use a recent, front-facing full-body or half-body photo with even lighting and one person in frame. Keep the whole body visible, and avoid sunglasses, heavy filters and anything covering the face. The pose and the timing come from the template, so you do not need to match the original dancer’s stance.
Can I preview the template before generating?
Yes. The template preview shows the scene, camera move and timing your finished video follows. The generator runs on one-time credit packs. Video credits are 10 per second, so the 12-second template costs 120 credits, and the required credits appear in the form before you submit.
Does the finished clip keep the audio?
Yes. The template audio stays attached during generation, so the knock and the bounce land on the same beat as the source clip. That means you can post the render straight to a feed without re-timing it or adding a track afterwards.
How long does generation take?
Most tasks finish within a few minutes. Video models queue under heavy load, so a task can take longer during peak hours. The preview panel shows live progress and the result appears as soon as the provider returns the rendered file.
Photos and moderation
What file types and size are accepted?
JPG, PNG and WebP up to 8 MB. WebP is converted in the browser before upload, and the long side is capped at 2048 px so the model gets a stable format.
Why was my photo rejected?
An automated moderation service checks every uploaded image before generation. Nudity, sexual content, a minor in the frame or an image the service cannot fetch will be rejected. Use a different, non-sensitive photo of one adult.
Can I upload a photo of someone else?
Only with that person’s permission. You must own the photo or have all rights and consent needed to generate a clip from it.
Do you use my photos to train models?
No. Uploaded photos and generated clips are not used to train public AI models. They are processed to deliver your render and stored so your history works.
Credits and payments
Is there a subscription?
No. Every purchase is a one-time credit pack. Nothing renews and there is no plan to cancel.
What happens to unused credits?
Purchased credits stay on your balance until you use them. Check the pack details at checkout for the current terms.
What if a render fails?
The credits reserved for that task are refunded to your balance automatically. You are only charged for a clip the provider actually delivers.
Which payment methods work?
Checkout is handled by Dodo Payments. The available card and wallet options are shown on the hosted checkout page.
Output and publishing
What format is the finished clip?
A vertical 9:16 video of about 12 seconds, following the template. It is ready for TikTok, Reels and Shorts without recropping.
Can I use the clip commercially?
You own the clip subject to the rights in your photo and the music rules of the platform where you publish. Check those rules before using it in an ad or for a brand.
Can I change the song?
No. The template keeps its original knock audio. A different track requires filming your own version.
Where can I find my past clips?
Signed-in users can open My videos from the account menu. Results are kept there after they are copied to permanent storage.
Still need help?
For a failed render, a rejected photo or a missing credit, the troubleshooting guide covers the causes in the order they happen. If it is still unresolved, email support@toctocdance.app with the account email, the approximate time and the task reference if you have one.