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CapCut

A popular video editor for mobile, desktop and web with AI features such as auto captions, background removal, voice effects and script-to-video.

PricingFreemium

CategoryVideo

Last checkedNov 2026

What is CapCut?

CapCut is one of the most widely used video editors for short-form social content. It combines a full timeline editor with AI tools that add captions, remove backgrounds, clean audio and suggest edits.

Templates make trending formats quick to reproduce. Many advanced effects and assets require CapCut Pro, and businesses should check the licence for commercial use.

Key features

Auto captionsAccurate subtitles in many languages.

Background removalCut out people without a green screen.

TemplatesRecreate trending edits in seconds.

Script to videoGenerate a draft video from text.

How to get started

Install CapCut or open capcut.com.
Import a clip and generate captions.
Try a template for a social post.

Our take

The go-to editor for fast, polished short-form video.

Best for

TikTok and Reels
Fast social editing
Auto captions

Strengths

Powerful free editor
Huge template library

Limits

Best effects need Pro
Terms worth reading for commercial use

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Questions

Is CapCut free?

CapCut has a free plan with usage limits. Paid plans unlock more usage and features.

What is CapCut best for?

CapCut is best for: TikTok and Reels, Fast social editing, and Auto captions.

What are the best alternatives to CapCut?

Popular alternatives in Video include VEED, Descript, Captions, OpusClip, and InVideo AI.

Pricing and features change often. Confirm details on the official CapCut website.