Creative & Dev Kdenlive 24.12.1 — Open-Source Video Editor

Kdenlive is an open-source non-linear video editor for those who want to cut film on their own computer without being locked into a commercial ecosystem. The workflow centers on a timeline where you arrange video and audio tracks, splice clips, add transitions, adjust audio and export in many formats.

Key features

• Multi-track timeline with drag-and-drop, cutting, joining, splitting and repositioning.
• Effects and transitions adjustable per segment, with keyframes for time-based parameters.
• Title, subtitle, color and audio tools plus proxy editing for large files.
• Many export presets for archiving, sharing or further editing.

Who is it for?

Individual video makers, small media teams, teachers, students and Linux users who want a complete yet transparently licensed editor. Beginners should start with a short project, keep media folders organized, and save project versions regularly.

Download and usage notes

Download the installer from the official project site and choose the right platform. Before publishing, verify your rights to the music, images, fonts and footage in the project. The software is released under GPLv2+; the license of your output may depend on the assets you use.