Guide
Original character upload rules
Maintained by Cartoon in the Hood · Updated 2026-11-10
Cartoon in the Hood is built for original or licensed cartoon characters on photoreal street templates. This page is a practical checklist before you upload a still or describe a character on Create / Compose.
Who can appear in a clip
- Our character packs — franchise-safe casts included with the product.
- Original characters you own — designs you created or that you hold rights to use.
- Licensed characters — OCs or art you are contractually allowed to use in AI video / social posts.
Do not paste famous IP names into prompts or upload trademarked franchise characters you do not control. Full wording: Content Policy and Terms §5.
Still upload checklist
- Cartoon / anime-style character you have rights to use
- Prefer a clear full-body (or full-figure) read on a plain background
- JPEG, PNG, or WebP under the Create / Compose size limit
- No nude, sexual, or pornographic images
- No photos of real people for sexualized or abusive portrayals
- No logos or brand marks you do not have permission to show
On Create you can also describe a character in text or generate a still first. The same rights and NSFW rules apply to text prompts.
What we block
All sexually explicit / NSFW content is prohibited — including softcore, fetish, nudity intended to arouse, or sexual dialogue. We also block franchise misuse, terrorism / violent crime promotion, extreme gore beyond mild slapstick, harassment, and filter bypass attempts.
Prompt text is screened before video generation. Provider filters (for example Seedance) may still refuse a job. System failures after spend are re-credited under How credits work; policy blocks before queue typically spend nothing.
Scene photos vs character stills
Custom street photos (Create custom template or Compose scene upload) must also be rights-safe: your own plate or a still you may use. They do not unlock franchise characters. For choosing a locked street set instead, see How to choose a street template.
Frequently asked questions
Can I upload a licensed OC I commission?
Yes, if you hold rights to use that character in AI video. Keep proof of the license or commission terms. Franchise mascots you do not own are not allowed.
Do character pack picks count as uploads?
No. Pack characters are included with the Service. Uploads and text descriptions are only for characters you bring yourself.
What happens if an upload breaks policy?
Jobs can be blocked before credits spend, or failed and handled under Terms. Repeated violations can suspend the account. See Content Policy for the full list.