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How to use FaceSwap in HeyGen

Learn how to use FaceSwap in the original HeyGen studio to customize Professional and Lifestyle avatars.

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Written by Avi
Updated over 3 months ago

FaceSwap is a creative tool that lets you transform faces in avatar videos with just a few clicks. Whether you're customizing an avatar or editing content for visual impact, FaceSwap adds a fresh layer of personalization and fun.

⚠️ Important: FaceSwap is only available in our Legacy AI Studio, and not available in our new studio. To access the Legacy AI Studio, please follow this link each time you're looking to FaceSwap an avatar.


How to Access FaceSwap

FaceSwap lets you swap your avatar’s face with someone else's for a custom look—but there are a few important limitations to keep in mind.

FaceSwap is only available on Custom Video Avatars, Professional and Lifestyle avatars in the Legacy AI Studio.

It cannot be used on:

  • Expressive avatars

  • Photo avatars

  • Motion Photo avatars

  • Avatar IV

  • Any avatars in the new studio


How to FaceSwap an Avatar:

  1. Choose a Custom, Professional or Lifestyle avatar

  2. Click the FaceSwap button in the editor >

  3. Select or Upload a photo of your choice and watch the magic happen!


That's it! Once you’ve completed the swap, generate your video as usual to see your customized avatar in action.

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