Start from the Glitch Tracking or Horror Tape look, then raise Tracking Lines for a moving band of noise, Line Jitter for rows that wobble sideways, and Chroma Shift so color slips away from the edges. Damage reads best in short bursts: keep the subject recognizable and let the glitch interrupt it rather than cover it.
Where a damaged-tape look works
Horror and found footage: pair heavy tracking with the B&W tone.
Music visuals: push chroma shift and color bleed on a beat.
Teasers and thumbnails: run a still image through the effect and export it as a PNG.
For a separate glitch layer to stack in your editor, make a transparent PNG with the VHS overlay generator.
Support & FAQ
Is VHSFilter free?
Yes. The browser editor is free for photos and video clips, including export, with no watermark and no export limit. Video exports go up to 1280 pixels wide; 1080p video export is planned as a paid option.
Are my files stored on your server?
No. Preview and export run entirely in your browser, so your photos and videos never leave your device.
Can I export video?
Yes. Photos export as PNG images, and short clips export as MP4 or WebM files recorded in real time in your browser.
