FREE ACCESS BYTEDANCE OFFICIAL UPDATED FEB 2026

Little Skylark (Xiao Yunque) — Free Seedance 2.0 Access

The easiest way to use Seedance 2.0 for free. ByteDance's Little Skylark app (小云雀) offers zero-cost AI video generation with daily credits and a promotional “Zero Point Deduction” window.

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Cost
120
Credits/Day
15s
Videos
12
File Inputs

What Is Little Skylark?

Little Skylark (Xiao Yunque / 小云雀) is ByteDance's mobile-first creative platform that gives you free access to Seedance 2.0 — the same model that powers Dreamina's paid subscription.

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ByteDance's Creative App

Little Skylark (小云雀 / Xiao Yunque) is ByteDance's mobile-first creative platform. Currently in a user-growth phase, it offers free access to Seedance 2.0 that normally requires a paid Dreamina subscription.

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Free Seedance 2.0 Access

Unlike Dreamina's 69 RMB/month subscription, Little Skylark currently offers “Zero Point Deduction” for Seedance 2.0 tasks. New users get 3 free generations plus 120 daily credits to start creating immediately.

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Full AI Video Capabilities

Access text-to-video, image-to-video, the @tag reference system, up to 12 file inputs, and 15-second video generation at up to 2K resolution — all through the Little Skylark app.

Step-by-Step: Download & Use Little Skylark

Follow these six steps to download Xiao Yunque, create your account, and start generating Seedance 2.0 videos for free.

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Download the App

Search “Little Skylark” or “Xiao Yunque” (小云雀) in your App Store or Google Play Store. The app is free to download and install.

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Create Account & Log In

Sign up with a phone number. A Chinese phone number is preferred for full access. International users may need alternative methods such as email-based registration.

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Navigate to Video Generation

Open the Little Skylark app and find the video generation tab. This is where you will access Seedance 2.0 and all AI video creation features.

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Select Seedance 2.0 Model

IMPORTANT: Manually select “Seedance 2.0” from the model dropdown menu. The default may be set to an older version. Always verify the model before generating.

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Upload References & Write Prompt

Upload up to 12 reference files (images, videos, audio). Use the @tag system in your prompt to reference them: @Image1, @Video1, @Audio1. Visit our prompt library for ready-to-use templates.

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Generate Your Video

Hit generate and wait approximately 10 minutes for a 15-second video. Results will appear in your generation history inside the Little Skylark app.

First-time tip: Start with a simple text-to-video prompt to verify your Little Skylark account is working correctly. Once you see a successful generation, move on to image-to-video and multi-reference workflows.

Little Skylark vs Dreamina — Free Credits Breakdown

Little Skylark and Dreamina (Jimeng) are both ByteDance platforms, but they have completely separate credit systems and very different pricing models.

Feature Little Skylark (Xiao Yunque) Dreamina (Jimeng)
Price Free 69 RMB/month (~$9.60)
Daily Credits 120 points Paid credits
New User Bonus 3 free generations None
Seedance 2.0 Cost Zero Point Deduction (limited time) 8 credits/second
Credit System Separate from Dreamina Separate from Little Skylark
Best For Testing & exploration Professional production
Pro Tip: Register on BOTH Little Skylark and Dreamina with the same phone number to double your free credits. The two platforms have completely separate credit systems, so you can generate videos on Xiao Yunque and Dreamina independently every day.

Prompt Tips for Little Skylark

Get the best results from Xiao Yunque by following these prompt writing guidelines tailored to the Little Skylark interface.

Use @tag references correctly. When you upload reference files in Little Skylark, tag them in your prompt using the format @Image1, @Video1, @Audio1. The number corresponds to the upload order. This tells Seedance 2.0 exactly which file to reference for each part of the generation.
Keep prompts 30–100 words. Little Skylark's Seedance 2.0 integration works best with prompts that are detailed but not excessively long. Aim for 30 to 100 words that clearly describe the subject, action, environment, camera movement, and visual style.
Simplified interface, same core engine. The Little Skylark interface is simplified compared to Dreamina, but it retains all core Seedance 2.0 capabilities. Text-to-video, image-to-video, and multi-reference modes all function identically under the hood.
Expect ~10 minutes per generation. A 15-second video on Little Skylark typically takes around 10 minutes to generate. Plan your sessions accordingly and queue multiple prompts if the app supports it.
Select “unfixed camera” for dynamic shots. When your prompt includes camera movements (pan, dolly, orbit), make sure to select “unfixed camera” in the Xiao Yunque settings. This allows Seedance 2.0 to interpret and execute your camera direction instructions.
Browse our prompt library first. Before writing prompts from scratch, check the Seedance 2 Prompt Library for 500+ tested templates. Copy a template, paste it into Little Skylark, and customize the details to match your vision.

Restrictions & Limitations

Little Skylark is generous but not unlimited. Be aware of these restrictions before you start generating on Xiao Yunque.

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No Real Human Faces

Little Skylark cannot accept realistic human faces or photos as reference material. This is a compliance requirement. Use illustrated, stylized, or AI-generated character references instead.

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Max 12 Reference Files

Each generation on Xiao Yunque supports up to 12 reference files (images, videos, audio). This is the same limit as the full Seedance 2.0 specification.

Max 15-Second Duration

Videos generated through Little Skylark are capped at 15 seconds. For longer content, generate multiple clips and combine them in a video editor.

Limited-Time Free Access

The “Zero Point Deduction” promotion on Little Skylark is limited-time. ByteDance may transition Xiao Yunque to a paid model as the user base grows. Take advantage of free access while it lasts.

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International Access Challenges

International users may face challenges: RMB pricing for any paid features, WeChat/Alipay payment requirements, and regional app store restrictions for downloading Little Skylark.

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Separate Credit Pool

Little Skylark credits are completely separate from Dreamina credits. You cannot transfer points between the two platforms, but you can use both daily for maximum output.

Little Skylark FAQ

Little Skylark (Xiao Yunque) is a ByteDance app that provides free access to Seedance 2.0 AI video generation. Known as 小云雀 in Chinese, it is a mobile-first creative platform currently in a user-growth phase, offering zero-cost AI video generation with daily credits and promotional bonuses.

Yes, Little Skylark currently offers a “Zero Point Deduction” promotional window for Seedance 2.0 tasks, plus 120 daily credits and 3 free video generations for new users. This makes Xiao Yunque one of the most generous free methods to access Seedance 2.0 in 2026.

Search “Little Skylark” or “Xiao Yunque” (小云雀) in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. The app is free to download. If you cannot find it in your local app store, you may need to switch your store region to China or use alternative download methods.

Little Skylark offers free Seedance 2.0 access with zero-cost promotions and 120 daily credits, while Dreamina requires a paid subscription at 69 RMB/month (approximately $9.60). The two platforms have completely separate credit systems, so you can register on both and use them independently to maximize your free generations.

Access can be challenging for international users due to RMB pricing for any paid add-ons, WeChat/Alipay payment requirements, and regional app store restrictions. However, the core video generation features of Little Skylark may still be accessible with an email-based account. Consider using Dreamina's free tier as an alternative if Xiao Yunque is unavailable in your region.

Key restrictions on Xiao Yunque include: cannot upload realistic human faces or photos as reference material (compliance requirement), maximum 12 reference files per generation, maximum 15-second video duration, and the free access promotion is limited-time and may transition to a paid model in the future.

Start Creating with Little Skylark for Free

Download Xiao Yunque, claim your 120 daily credits, and generate Seedance 2.0 videos at zero cost. No subscription required.