CapCut, known domestically as JianYing (Chinese: 剪映; pinyin: Jiǎnyìng) and formerly internationally as ViaMaker, is a video editor developed by ByteDance, available as a mobile app, desktop app, and web app.
The app was first released in China in 2019 and was initially available for iPhone and Android. In 2020, it was rebranded in English from ViaMaker to CapCut and became available globally. It later expanded to include web and desktop versions for Mac and Windows.
In 2022, CapCut reached 200 million active users. According to The Wall Street Journal, in March 2023, it was the second-most downloaded app in the U.S., behind that of Chinese discount retailer Temu. In January 2025, CapCut had over 1 billion downloads on the Google Play Store.
On February 1, 2021, CapCut Pro for Windows was launched. On November 27, the Pro version for Mac was launched. In July 2025, CapCut Pro for HarmonyOS was available on HarmonyOS NEXT tablets.
What is CapCut?
CapCut is a free video editor program for Windows from Bytedance Pte. Ltd. (developed by ByteDance). It ranks 31st by popularity among video editors in this catalogue. Besides Windows, it is available for iOS, macOS, iPadOS and Android. Its interface is available in 17 languages.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit as EXE. The main installer is 557.2 MB. It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Updates and version history
The current version is 9.4.0.4015, released on September 2, 2026. 86 versions are listed since September 23, 2022, each with links to its own installer files. That is about 22 releases a year.
Popularity and file types
Wikipedia has an article about it in 17 of our languages. Similar programs include Shotcut, OpenShot Video Editor and Kdenlive.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Free to use
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
- Frequent updates (about 22 a year)
- Also runs on iOS, macOS and iPadOS
- Interface in 17 languages
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Large download (557.2 MB)
In short: CapCut is a free video editor tool for 64-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is CapCut safe to download?
- The file is served by sf16-web-tos-buz.capcutstatic.com; check that it is the publisher’s official mirror
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
8911B37A756AA8741BE8E0489CD1500CF140968CAFA09832C0FB48FAB0188CE3· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 86 versions ›86 versions over 4 years · about 22 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9.4.0.4015Latest | September 2, 2026 | 557.2 MB | 64-bit EXE |
| 9.3.0.3970 | August 16, 2026 | 557.8 MB | 64-bit EXE |
| 9.2.0.3931 | August 5, 2026 | 555.6 MB | 64-bit EXE |
| 9.1.0.3879 | July 20, 2026 | 541.6 MB | 64-bit EXE |
| 9.0.0.3858 | July 17, 2026 | 541.3 MB | 64-bit EXE |
| 8.9.1.3802 | June 26, 2026 | 536.8 MB | 64-bit EXE |
| 8.9.0.3794 | June 24, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE |
| 8.8.0.3774 | June 18, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id ByteDance.CapCut -eCapCut_9_4_0_4015_capcutpc_0_creatortool.exe /silent_install=1Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
brew install --cask capcutInformation
- Publisher
- Bytedance Pte. Ltd.
- Developer
- ByteDance
- Category
- Video editors
- Licence
- Freeware
- Price
- Free
- Interface languages
- English, Filipino, French, German, Indonesian, and Italian +11 more
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE
- Other platforms
- iOS, macOS, iPadOS, Android
- Version
- 9.4.0.4015
- Released
- September 2, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- September 23, 2022
- Versions listed
- 86
- Updates / year
- 21.8
- Website
- capcut.com
- winget ID
- ByteDance.CapCut
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Frequently asked questions
Is CapCut free?
Yes. CapCut is free to use.
Is CapCut safe to download?
The download comes from sf16-web-tos-buz.capcutstatic.com; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install CapCut with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can CapCut be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does CapCut run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of CapCut?
The versions page lists all 86 versions with links to their official installer files, back to September 23, 2022.
Can I use CapCut without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to CapCut?
Shotcut, OpenShot Video Editor, Kdenlive, Subtitle Edit and Lightworks. The alternatives page compares them.
