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Clipchamp

Microsoft’s free video editor — trim, combine, and add effects.

★ 4.2

Our hands-on rating

FreemiumSign-up requiredServer-side processingVisit Clipchamp ↗

✓ Pros

✓Free tier is genuinely useful
✓Easy timeline editing
✓Export to 1080p free

✗ Cons

✗Microsoft account required
✗Uploads to servers
✗Some effects need Pro

Personal hands-on rating (2026-08). Free tier is generous, but Microsoft account required.

Best for

Beginners editing videos with a free tool.

Not for

Privacy-conscious users.

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