Download CapCut for PC and Mac
CapCut is a free, all-in-one video editor with AI-powered tools, templates and effects, built for creators who edit for TikTok, YouTube and Instagram. This guide links straight to the official CapCut desktop downloads.
App Information
Windows & macOS · Video Editor
About the app
What is CapCut?
CapCut is a video editing application developed by Bytedance, the company behind TikTok. It started as a mobile-only app and has since expanded to desktop, bringing timeline editing, AI auto-captions, motion tracking and a large effects library to Windows and Mac.
Desktop editing
Native apps for Windows and macOS with a full timeline, layers and keyframes.
AI-assisted editing
Auto captions, background removal and scene detection speed up repetitive tasks.
Built for short-form video
Export presets for TikTok, Reels and Shorts in 9:16, 1:1 and 16:9.
Features
What you can do with CapCut
The same core toolset works on both desktop platforms, with the larger screen giving you more room for precise edits.
Multi-layer timeline
Stack video, image and audio layers, then mask and blend them for layered compositions.
AI background removal
Remove or replace backgrounds without a green screen.
Auto captions
Speech-to-text generates editable subtitles with style presets.
Motion tracking
Attach text or effects to a moving object and keyframe them across the clip.
Effects & transitions
A built-in library of filters, LUTs and transitions, refreshed regularly.
Audio tools
Sync, denoise and enhance voice tracks, or use the royalty-free music library.
System requirements
What you need to run CapCut
| Requirement | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 10 / macOS 11 | Windows 11 / macOS 13+ |
| Processor | Intel i3 / Ryzen 3 | Intel i5 / Ryzen 5 or better |
| Memory | 8GB RAM | 16GB RAM for 4K projects |
| Storage | 2GB free space | 10GB+ for media-heavy projects |
| Graphics | Integrated GPU | Dedicated GPU for faster rendering |
Setup guide
How to download and install CapCut
The same four steps apply on both Windows and Mac.
Choose your platform
Pick Windows or Mac below to land on the right official download.
Install the app
Run the installer, then open CapCut.
Sign in
Create a free account to sync templates and projects.
Start a project
Import footage, choose a template or start from a blank timeline.
Get the app
Download CapCut
Links go to CapCut’s official website for desktop installers.
Windows
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