Free tool
Hook generator for TikTok, Reels and Shorts
Type a topic, pick a platform and get opening lines in a few different styles. Copy the one that fits and make it the first thing your viewers hear.
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How it works
Three hook styles worth knowing
The generator mixes several styles so you can compare them side by side. These three are a good place to start.
Negative constraint
“Stop doing X…” Points out a mistake, so viewers keep watching to find out whether they’re making it.
Curiosity gap
“I tried X for 30 days…” Opens a question the viewer wants answered, which gives them a reason to stay.
Authority
“After 100 videos, here’s what I learned…” Leads with experience or a specific outcome to earn trust quickly.
FAQ
Hook questions, answered
What is a hook in a short-form video?
The hook is the opening line of your video — the first second or two that decides whether someone keeps watching or scrolls past. Good hooks open a question, call out a mistake or promise something specific, and they work best when the rest of the video delivers on that promise.
How do I write better hooks?
Try a few styles and pick the one that fits your video: a negative constraint (“Stop doing X…”), a curiosity gap (“I tried X for 30 days…”) or an authority hook (“After 100 videos, here’s what I learned…”). Keep it short, make it specific to your topic and be honest about what the video delivers. Enter your topic above to get options in several styles.
Is this hook generator free?
Yes. It’s free to use, with no signup or credit card. AI-written hooks are limited to a few requests per hour; after that, the tool uses built-in hook templates instead. If you want the whole video made for you, ReelForge has a free plan with 3 videos a month, and paid plans start at $17/month.
Can I use a hook from here in a ReelForge video?
Yes. ReelForge writes a script for your topic that you can review and edit before anything renders, so you can paste in the hook you picked and build the video around it.
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