If you opened Capcut recently, you must have probably come across the new update that's running on the most recent versions of the app where most features are currently only available in the pro version.
I don't know about you but it is a very annoying situation because it is practically impossible to produce a professional project on Capcut without having to join the pro version and what is even more annoying is the limited watermark-off projects you can render on Capcut PC (only 10 projects).
With these limitations in place, I've been trying to figure out how to bypass this payment method. Thankfully, I've found a couple of ways to get Capcut Pro for free that anyone can implement. It doesn't matter whether you're using Capcut on mobile (Android and iPhone) or on PC—all you need to do is follow the steps that I have outlined in this guide.
Can I Get Capcut Pro for Free?
This is a very pertinent question and though it might seem easy to answer for some of you, the answer isn't that obvious.
Why?
Well, because Capcut is a video editing software that pulls resources directly from its database that can only be accessed through an internet connection. It isn't just like some popular standalone editing software like Camtasia, Adobe Premier Pro, Adobe After Effects, VEGAS Pro, or even Final Cut X Pro whose setups come with a wide library that doesn't require internet access.
You can't use Capcut without an internet connection—that one is clear. Using it with the internet simply means getting your app to run what Capcut wants its users to see now, which is the paywall or requiring you to join the pro version to access most of its features.
But as I said earlier, there are a couple of ways to get Capcut Pro for free be it on mobile or on PC and the best is none of them involves the illegal use of the app.
So simply put, you can get Capcut Pro for free.
How to Get Capcut Pro for Free Without Watermark
Capcut is available for both mobile and PC users and for the convenience of everyone, I'll outline the steps involved with getting Capcut Pro without watermark on these two operating systems.
Since not everyone will understand the written part of this guide, I've made a video guide explaining all the methods I'll outline here, so you can watch the video tutorial on YouTube as well.
How to Get Capcut Pro for Free on Android and iPhone
There's no doubt that influencers and creators alike use Capcut to realize their projects on mobile. And the truth is, using the latest version of the app won't get you through the paywall unless you decide to join the pro version.
To get through this Capcut paywall on mobile, you'll only have to uninstall the latest versions that come with a requirement to join the pro version and install an older version that doesn't impose this on you and of course, where most (if not all of the features) are available for free.
That said, if you're looking to use all of those paid features on Capcut without having to pay anything, you may want to follow these steps.
Step 1. Uninstall Capcut on Your Phone
The first thing you'll want to do is to uninstall that version of Capcut on your phone that requires you to join the pro version before using the features you usually use for free.
To do so on Android:
- Swipe up from your phone's home screen to go to the apps menu.
- Tap and hold Capcut and select "Uninstall."
- The app should be uninstalled right away.
To uninstall or delete Capcut on your iPhone:
- Touch and hold Capcut on the home screen.
- Tap "Remove App", then tap "Delete App" to delete it from your iPhone.
- Done!
Keep in mind that all the projects you've had to do in Capcut will forever be gone since you're deleting or uninstalling the app from your phone.
Step 2. Download the Recommended Version of Capcut
Now that you've uninstalled the version that's causing you the headache, it's time to install the version that comes with everything free.
To do so:
- Open your browser and search for Capcut.
- Click on the first result from uptodown.com.
- Now tap older versions to see the older versions of Capcut.
- From here, select version 3.9.0 and download it.
It can be a very long way down so I recommend you click this link to download the required version directly.
Step 3. Install the App
Now that you've freely downloaded the required version that carries all of Capcut Pro features, you can now install it.
To do so:
- Enable installation from unknown sources for your browser.
- After that, return to the browser and tap on the Capcut you downloaded earlier.
- Now click on it to install the app.
Step 4. Enjoy Capcut Pro Features for Free
After installing the Capcut you just downloaded, you should now be able to use Capcut Pro for free on your Android device. This version of the app is also known as a Pro version because it is on this release that Capcut integrated some of the core features that are now paid for in the latest version.
Important Notice for iPhone Users!
Unlike with Android, it isn't easy to find an older Capcut IPA to install on an iPhone to get Capcut Pro for free. This is because iOS isn't as open-source as Android making things even more difficult. However, if you have a PC, you can use the PC methods below the edit your videos from your iPhone with Capcut Pro on your PC.
How to Get Capcut Pro for Free on PC
We've seen how to get Capcut Pro for free on mobile, and while it's the same process with PC, it isn't the only way to bypass Capcut's paywall on PC.
That said, there are two ways to get Capcut Pro for free on PC which include—recording the project preview (with everything included) and downloading a recommended version of Capcut, of course.
Method 1: Recording the Project Preview in Capcut
One of the easiest and probably the most straightforward tricks I can recommend to get Capcut Pro on PC is recording the project preview in Capcut. It doesn't require you to uninstall and reinstall Capcut—you get to do everything from the version you're currently using.
The preview just like any other preview gives you a visual aspect of all the editings you've made in the project's timeline. So even if you've added a pro feature in your timeline, you'll be able to see how it works in the preview.
You can expand the preview to the whole screen to better see how your project will look like when it'll be rendered and the best is the playback controls disappear as the preview is playing.
The trick here is to expand this preview and record it with another PC screen recorder. There are just a handful of options and if you're using Windows 11, you can use the built-in Snipping Tool to record the preview with all the pro features as it is playing.
It is as easy as that.
So to explain in simple steps:
- Open your PC screen recorder (I recommend the Snipping Tool).
- Open Capcut and run your project with all the pro features you want.
- Once you're done with the timeline, expand the preview and start recording with your PC screen recorder.
- Once the preview stops, open the recorded clip in your PC screen recorder and save it to your PC.
- It is as easy as that.
If you're looking to use Capcut Pro on PC for free without having to lose the projects you've run on Capcut, then this method is ideal for you.
Method 2: Install the Recommended Version of Capcut
Just as we saw on mobile, the second and most common method to get and use Capcut Pro on PC for free is by installing a version that has all the pro features.
It isn't the same version as Capcut Pro APK for Android, and the version you're required to download here is version 1.4.0.188.
As you might suggest, you'll have to uninstall the Capcut you're using that requires you to join the pro version and install the version highlighted earlier.
Step 1. Uninstall Capcut on Your PC
First things first, you'll have to uninstall Capcut from your PC. It isn't complicated and is just like uninstalling any other app from your PC from the Control Panel.
To do so:
- Open your Control Panel and select Uninstall a Program.
- Now scroll until you find Capcut and click the "Uninstall/Change" button at the top of the Control Panel.
- On the Capcut uninstaller that shows up, make sure you uncheck Keep user data and then click Ok to uninstall Capcut.
- Done!
You've completed the first step. Now the next.
Step 2. Download the Recommended Version of Capcut
After uninstalling Capcut, the next thing you'll want to do is download version 1.4.0.188 still from uptodown.com.
To do so:
- Open your browser on your PC and search for Capcut for PC.
- Select the first result from uptodown.com and click on older versions to see a list of the older versions.
- Now, click on version 1.4.0.188 or version 1.5.0.
Don't worry, they are all stable. - Download any of the aforementioned versions on your PC.
Step 3. Install the Downloaded Capcut
After you're done downloading the required version of Capcut, it is time to install it.
You can do so by double-clicking on the Capcut setup and following the prompts. Give Capcut some time to test the environment and determine whether it is good for the software. If everything goes well, the app will install successfully.
Step 4. Run and Enjoy Capcut Pro on Your PC
Now that you've installed the recommended version of Capcut, you should be able to use all the pro features of Capcut on this version of the app for free without having to join the pro version of the app.
Why is Capcut Now Fully Paid?
The reason is obvious—Capcut has gotten all the active users they've always targeted and now that they have a good user base, they impose the features that you usually use for free only available through the pro version. They know we all need to use these features and that we can't do without them which even gives them the confidence that we'll join the pro version.
One thing I even see as disappointing with Capcut PC is that they've now enabled watermark for projects that exceed the 10 watermark-free exports. So even if you escape from the pro features (effects, sounds, stickers, and more) in the app, you'll still have to join the pro version sooner or later if you need your projects to look professional.
How to Get Capcut Pro Free Trial
The only way you can get a Capcut Pro free trial is by subscribing to the service. Once you're subscribed to the pro version, you'll have up to 7 days to test the features and determine whether they are a good fit for you.
If you don't cancel your trial before the 7th day of your trial, you'll be debited the amount equivalent to the subscription you choose.
Final Thoughts
Capcut is a popular video editing software that every creator or influencer alike has used to make their video projects even more attractive thanks to its super cool features.
The app recently got an upgrade and most features that we usually use for free are now only available through the pro version of the app. Thankfully, there are a couple of ways to get through this paywall.
This guide compiles all possible ways to get Capcut Pro for free be it on mobile (iPhone and Android) or on PC so you'll be able to edit your projects in a professional way without having to pay anything.