Hey everyone! I’m really interested in testing one of the new video-generating AI tools like Veo, Kling, or even Runway or Pika — but most of them are either waitlisted, closed beta, or require a paid license. I’d love to know if there are any ways to get access for free legally, like research access, student programs, trial codes, or open calls. Are there any open-source alternatives that come close in quality or ease of use? I’m not trying to crack anything or violate TOS — just looking for legit ways to explore and learn.
If you’ve been accepted to these platforms recently, please share your experience! It would be great to hear about your journey. And if you’re like me, trying to find a way in, let’s explore together.
In this post, we’ll dive into some possible ways to access these paid video AI tools for free, legally and legitimately.