How to Create Animated Explainer Videos for Free – Step-by-Step Guide (2025)

By InnoFrame AI ony

 

Welcome back to the blog!

Ever wondered how YouTubers, startups, and educators create those cool animated explainer videos — the ones with talking characters, flying icons, and clean, engaging visuals?

The good news? You can make them too — completely FREE. Whether you’re a beginner or content creator, this blog will walk you through how to create professional-quality explainer videos without any paid software.


🎬 What is an Explainer Video?

An explainer video is a short animated video that explains:

  • A product or service

  • A concept or idea

  • A topic or tutorial

  • A brand story

They’re often used for:

  • YouTube channels

  • Online courses

  • Startups and business websites

  • Instagram or LinkedIn reels

  • Educational content


🔧 Top Free Tools to Make Explainer Videos in 2025

Here are the best tools you can use without spending a rupee:

ToolBest ForWebsite
AnimakerDrag & drop animations, charactersanimaker.com
Canva Video EditorSimple templates, text animationcanva.com
RenderforestReady-made explainer templatesrenderforest.com
Powtoon (Free Plan)Cartoon-style storytellingpowtoon.com
TTS + Hedra AIAvatar-style voiceover videoshedra.ai

✅ Step-by-Step: How to Make Your First Explainer Video (Free)

Let’s use Animaker as our example.

📍 Step 1: Sign Up

🧩 Step 2: Choose a Template

  • Click on “Create Video”

  • Pick a 2D Explainer Template or start from scratch

✍️ Step 3: Add Script & Scenes

  • Add your script (storyline or voiceover text)

  • Break your script into multiple scenes

  • Use animated characters, icons, and text boxes

💡 Tip: Use ChatGPT to help write a simple explainer script.


🎤 Step 4: Add Voiceover or Background Music

  • Upload your own voice
    OR

  • Use Animaker’s Text-to-Speech (TTS) feature to generate voice

  • Choose background music from the free music library


🎨 Step 5: Animate and Customize

  • Add transitions between scenes

  • Make characters walk, talk, point, etc.

  • Use colors and fonts that match your brand or theme


📤 Step 6: Export Your Video

  • Click “Publish” → “Download”

  • Free plan gives you 720p video with Animaker branding

  • Or export directly to YouTube or Facebook


🧠 Pro Tips for Beginners

  • Keep your video under 2 minutes

  • Use a clear hook in the first 10 seconds

  • Add subtitles for better reach

  • Use Canva to create custom graphics if needed

  • Test voiceovers with Eleven Labs or TTS MP3 generators for better narration


📢 Final Thoughts

Creating animated explainer videos in 2025 doesn’t require a studio or expensive software. With free tools like Animaker, Canva, Renderforest, and Powtoon, anyone — yes, even you — can make stunning videos to educate, promote, or entertain.

All you need is an idea, a script, and a bit of creativity!


🎥 Want a tutorial on how to make explainer videos on mobile? Comment below and I’ll write a full guide on that too!

👋 Hi, I’m Sulaiman Sk, creator of InnoFrame AI. I built this blog to help creators, entrepreneurs, and curious learners use AI tools to work smarter, create faster, and grow online. From faceless YouTube automation to viral content workflows and emerging AI trends — I break down complex tools into simple, actionable guides. Whether you're a student, freelancer, or startup founder, InnoFrame AI is your hub for learning how to thrive in the age of AI.

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