# What I learned building an AI video background changer

> Source: <https://dev.to/andy_tu/what-i-learned-building-an-ai-video-background-changer-1od8>
> Published: 2026-07-10 03:45:39+00:00

Hey DEV community,

I recently launched [bgchanger.video](https://bgchanger.video), an AI video background changer for removing or replacing video backgrounds directly in the browser.

The idea is simple: many creators, indie hackers, marketers, and product teams need cleaner videos, but traditional editing tools can feel too heavy for quick background cleanup.

With bgchanger.video, you can:

I built it for quick workflows like:

The current version focuses on making the workflow straightforward: upload, configure, generate, download.

I am still improving the product and would love feedback from other builders:

You can try it here:

Thanks for checking it out. Feedback is very welcome.