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Kdenlive

🇩🇪 DE

3.5/5· 4 reviews

Free, open-source video editor with unlimited tracks and effects — self-hosted and EU-developed.

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Kdenlive is a free, open-source video editor developed by the KDE community in Berlin. It offers multi-track editing with unlimited video and audio tracks, over 200 effects and transitions, proxy workflows for large files, and support for virtually all video and audio formats. The software is self-hosted, ensuring full control over data, and is fully GDPR-compliant. Ideal for creators who need a powerful, no-cost tool without subscription fees or per-user pricing.

Replaces

Kdenlive is sought as a European alternative to:

Features

Editing Capabilities

  • Multi-track timeline with unlimited video and audio tracks
  • Dual video monitor support
  • Non-destructive editing with unlimited undo/redo
  • Proxy editing and timeline previews
  • Automatic backup system
  • Keyframe-based control for precise adjustments

Effects and Transitions

  • Basic video effects (blur, rotate, color correction)
  • Audio effects (normalization, volume, balance, filters)
  • Frei0r and Movit effects support
  • LADSPA libraries integration
  • SoX audio processing

Output and Export

  • DVD authoring with menu creation
  • Export in all formats supported by FFmpeg/libav (MP4, AVI, QuickTime, WMV, 3GP, Flash Video)
  • Title creation tools
  • 4K editing and export support

Workflow Tools

  • Clip management (creation, cropping, moving, deletion)
  • Text and photo clip support
  • Customizable layout
  • Glaxnimate integration for vector animations (SVG)

Open Source and Community

  • GPL-licensed open-source software
  • No watermarks or feature restrictions
  • Active community support (forums, chat, documentation)
  • Maintained by KDE e.V. and volunteer contributors

Pricing

Kdenlive is fully free with no paid plans, trials, or subscriptions.

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Integrations

MLT FrameworkFFmpegFrei0rMovitLADSPA librariesSoXGlaxnimate

Kdenlive: frequently asked questions

Which tools does Kdenlive integrate with?
Kdenlive connects with MLT Framework, FFmpeg, Frei0r, Movit, LADSPA libraries, SoX and Glaxnimate.

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