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OpenShot

by OpenShot Studios · , United States

Free open-source video editor with drag-and-drop timeline, animations and effects for all desktop platforms.

Video toolsFreeOpen source
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Starting price
Free
Free trial / plan
Always free
Start without a card
Deployment
Desktop
Web
App Advisor rating
4.3
transparency & India fit

What is OpenShot?

OpenShot is video tools from OpenShot Studios, based in , United States. Free open-source video editor with drag-and-drop timeline, animations and effects for all desktop platforms.

Video tools cover screen recording, editing, hosting and analytics. Marketing teams, training teams and support teams all buy in this category for very different reasons, so match the product to the use case rather than to the feature list.

It is completely free to use.

What works well

  • +Completely free to use

What to watch out for

  • Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit
  • Desktop-first, so remote access needs a cloud-hosting add-on

Best suited for: Startup · Small business · SMB

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OpenShot features

Category-standard capabilities plus what OpenShot adds. Verify depth in a demo.

  • Screen and webcam recording
  • Timeline editing and templates
  • AI editing, cuts and avatars
  • Video hosting with analytics
  • Captions and translation
  • Stock footage and music
  • Collaboration and review
  • Export presets for each platform
  • Works offline on desktop
  • Free plan to start without a card
  • Open-source code you can self-host

OpenShot pricing

Entry price

Free

No paid plan required

How OpenShot charges. OpenShot is free; some free products monetise through add-ons, payments or premium support, so check what stays free at scale.

Read from the vendor's official website. Prices change — confirm on openshot.org.

Specifications

Category
Video tools
Vendor
OpenShot Studios
Headquarters
United States
Founded
Not published
Pricing model
Free
Starting price
Free
Deployment
Desktop
Platforms
Windows
Best for
Startup, Small business, SMB
Made in India
No

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OpenShot — frequently asked questions

What is OpenShot?+

OpenShot is video tools by OpenShot Studios. Free open-source video editor with drag-and-drop timeline, animations and effects for all desktop platforms.

How much does OpenShot cost?+

OpenShot is free to use.

Does OpenShot offer a free trial or free plan?+

Yes — OpenShot offers a free plan you can start with.

Is OpenShot made in India?+

No. OpenShot is developed by OpenShot Studios in , United States, though it is used by Indian businesses.

Who is OpenShot best suited for?+

OpenShot suits startup, small business, smb buyers looking for video tools.

What are the best alternatives to OpenShot?+

Popular alternatives in video tools include InVideo, iMovie, Animoto. Use App Advisor's compare tool to see them side by side.

How is OpenShot deployed?+

OpenShot is available as desktop software, with web access.

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