Is this TikTok carousel generator free?
Yes. This free TikTok carousel generator needs no account — search, build, and download carousels at no cost.
Can I use these images commercially?
All photos come from Pexels and are licensed for commercial use. You can use them in your TikTok carousels, ads, and more (no attribution required).
How many slides can I add?
You can select up to 10 images per carousel, which matches TikTok's maximum carousel length.
What image resolution do I get?
Downloads use Pexels' large resolution files, typically 1080px wide or larger, which works well on TikTok.
How do I post the carousel on TikTok?
After downloading, open the TikTok app, create a new post, and select multiple images from your gallery in the same order as your slides.
Can I make a TikTok carousel without filming anything?
Yes. Pick royalty-free photos, add a headline to each slide, and download images ready to upload as a TikTok carousel.
What's the best image size and format for TikTok carousels?
TikTok displays carousels in a 9:16 vertical format (1080×1920px) or a square 1:1 format (1080×1080px). The photos you download from this tool are high-resolution and work well at both sizes. TikTok auto-crops images on upload, so you can also adjust framing inside the app.
Do TikTok carousels get more views than regular videos?
Carousels earn swipe time on each slide, which helps for lists, tips, and step-by-steps. Reach varies by niche and quality — we don't publish view multipliers we can't source. Use carousels when the idea is better as slides than as voiceover.
What should I write in my TikTok carousel captions?
One clear idea per slide (stat, tip, question). Keep headlines short enough to read on mobile. First slide should make someone swipe; last slide can ask for a save or follow.
How often should I post TikTok carousels?
Consistency beats volume. One solid carousel a day (or a few per week) is enough to learn what retains. Five weak posts usually teach the wrong lesson.
What types of content work best as TikTok carousels?
Lists, tips, before/after, step-by-steps, quotes, and comparisons — anything that breaks cleanly into one idea per slide.