About Seedream 4.0
Seedream 4.0 — Seedream 4.0 is ByteDance's next-generation multi-modal AI image generator and editor. It is designed to handle complex prompts, maintain reference consistency, and produce high-definition results up to 4K. Key capabilities include complex scene comprehension, premium reference-based generation, artistic style transformation, and powerful logical reasoning for sequential image creation. It serves as a unified model for both image generation and editing, offering photorealistic results and pro-grade controls.
Top use cases
- Creating narrative visuals and product sets
- Generating comics, lookbooks, ads, and social carousels
- Producing posters, key visuals, and marketing graphics
- Developing campaign visuals, product imagery, and illustrations
- Creative exploration and content creation
Built for
Key features
- Multi-Modal AI Image Generation and Editing
- Complex Scene Comprehension
- Reference-Based Consistency (up to 6 reference images)
- Artistic Style Transfer
- Ultra-Fast Rendering (native 2K, up to 4K output)
- Sequential Story Generation (up to 9 coherent frames)
- Natural-Language Editing
- Commercial-Grade Design with improved text rendering
Pros & cons
Pros
- Unified model for both image generation and editing
- Deep scene understanding for complex, multi-subject scenes
- Maintains character, product, or branding consistency with reference images
- Applies faithful artistic style transformations without losing subject identity
- Generates high-quality images rapidly with native 2K and up to 4K output
- Enables creation of up to 9 coherent frames for sequential stories
- Supports commercial-grade design with improved text rendering and layout
- Offers intuitive natural-language editing without masks or layers
- Provides free credits for new accounts to try the model
- Includes commercial license and private generations in paid plans
Cons
- Unused credits for monthly and annual subscriptions do not roll over to the next billing cycle
Pricing
Basic (Annual)
$6.93/ month
3,000 credits/year (≈600 image edits), Save 30% vs monthly, Private generations, Commercial license included. Best for consistent solo creators.
Basic (Monthly)
$9.90/ month
3,000 credits/year (≈600 image edits), Cancel anytime, Private generations, Commercial license included.
Pro (Annual)
$13.93/ month
6,000 credits/year (≈1,200 image edits), Save 30% vs monthly, Lower effective rate ($0.028/credit), Priority processing, Private generations, Commercial license included. Great for weekly publishing schedules.
Pro (Monthly)
$19.90/ month
6,000 credits/year (≈1,200 image edits), Cancel anytime, Priority processing, Private generations, Commercial license included.
Business (Annual)
$20.93/ month
9,000 credits/year (≈1,800 image edits), Save 30% vs monthly, Lower effective rate ($0.028/credit), Priority processing, Bulk generation tools, Private generations, Commercial license included. Best for agencies scaling production.
Business (Monthly)
$29.90/ month
9,000 credits/year (≈1,800 image edits), Cancel anytime, Priority processing, Bulk generation tools, Private generations, Commercial license included.
Company information
- Seedream 4.0 Support Email & Customer service contact & Refund contact etc. Here is the Seedream 4.0 support email for customer service: [email protected] . More Contact, visit the contact us page(mailto:[email protected])
- Seedream 4.0 Company Seedream 4.0 Company name: ByteDance . Seedream 4.0 Company address: . More about Seedream 4.0, Please visit the about us page() .
- Seedream 4.0 Login Seedream 4.0 Login Link: https://seedream4.io/#login
- Seedream 4.0 Sign up Seedream 4.0 Sign up Link:
- Seedream 4.0 Pricing Seedream 4.0 Pricing Link: https://seedream4.io/pricing
- Seedream 4.0 Twitter Seedream 4.0 Twitter Link: https://twitter.com/seedream4
Frequently asked questions
What is Seedream 4.0?
Seedream 4.0 is ByteDance’s next-generation unified model for both image generation and image editing, built to handle complex prompts, maintain reference consistency, and produce high-definition results up to 4K.
Can I use reference images?
Yes, you can upload up to 6 reference images to keep characters, products, or brand assets consistent across multiple generations.
Does Seedream 4.0 support sequential or batch creation?
Yes, you can generate up to 9 coherent, story-driven images in a single batch, useful for comics, ads, storyboards, and product series.
Is there a free plan?
We offer free credits for new accounts so you can try the model and workflows at no cost. Paid plans unlock higher limits and pro features for commercial work.
How are credits used for image editing?
Each image edit uses 5 credits. Credits are deducted automatically when you submit a generation or edit request.
Do unused credits roll over?
For monthly and annual subscriptions, unused credits don’t carry over to the next billing cycle. One-time purchase credits never expire.
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