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CapCut Free Video Editor

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The go-to free phone and desktop editor for short-form video, with captions, templates and AI tools. Pro features cost extra.

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The scoop

CapCut is free to download on phone and desktop, and you can also edit in the browser with no credit card. It covers most short-form editing needs, with a smart editor that syncs to beats, text to speech in 40+ languages, one-click background removal and AI video tools.

Some features and assets are paid, and the app offers in-app purchases. Check whether a template or effect is Pro before you build a client edit around it.

How to claim it

  1. 1

    Download CapCut from the App Store, Google Play or capcut.com, or open it in your browser.

  2. 2

    Start a new project from scratch or from a template.

  3. 3

    Check for Pro labels before you export a client edit.

Who qualifies

  • Anyone; no credit card needed for the free plan
  • Some features and assets require CapCut Pro

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