Pricing for nonprofits
OpenShot is free to download and use with no subscriptions, watermarks or project limits, under the GNU GPL v3. The project calls itself 100 percent free and open-source forever.
Review for nonprofits
Free, open-source editor with no subscriptions, watermarks or project limits.
OpenShot is free to download and use with no subscriptions, watermarks or project limits, under the GNU GPL v3. The project calls itself 100 percent free and open-source forever.
Typical nonprofit uses:
- Trim appeal videos on unlimited tracks
- Animate titles and logos with keyframes
- Record screen, webcam and audio in version 4
- Grade clips with color wheels and scopes
Pros:
- No subscriptions, watermarks or project limits
- Keyframe animation, masks and 3D titles
- Unlimited tracks with snapping and waveforms
- Linux, Mac and Windows builds
Cons:
- Lighter than pro suites for color and audio
- Large projects can feel slower than Resolve or Premiere
- Support runs through forums and guides
FAQ about OpenShot for nonprofits
How much does OpenShot cost?
Nothing. It is free to download and use with no subscriptions, watermarks or project limits, licensed under the GNU GPL v3.
Which systems does it run on?
Linux, Mac and Windows.
What can it do?
Unlimited-track timeline editing, keyframe animation, video masks, effects, audio visualization and, since version 4, screen and webcam recording.
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