Microsoft's free browser-based video editor included with Windows 11
Clipchamp is Microsoft's browser-based video editor, built into Windows 11 and available free to all Microsoft account holders. With a modern drag-and-drop interface, stock footage and music library, text-to-speech, screen recording, and social-ready templates, it is the most accessible free video editor for Windows users requiring no download or subscription.
Clipchamp is a strong fit if its core strengths match your workflow, budget, and support needs. Use the quick signals below before opening the full review.
Clipcham is notable primarily for what it is rather than what it does: a free, browser-based video editor made by Microsoft, accessible through any Microsoft account, and built directly into Windows 11 as the operating system's default video editing application. For users who need to do basic video editing without any software installation decision or subscription cost, Clipchamp requires no justification beyond its existence.
Windows 11 users have Clipchamp available without any action — open the Start menu, search Clipchamp, and the editor opens in a browser tab connected to OneDrive storage. For organisations where IT policy prevents software installation on managed Windows devices, Clipchamp provides a browser-based video editing option that requires only browser access and a Microsoft account.
The interface is the cleanest and most beginner-accessible in the category. The canvas occupies the centre, a clip library is on the left, and text/effects/music controls are on the right. There is no complex panel system, no track routing, no colour management. New users produce their first exported video within 15–20 minutes without any instruction.
Clipcham's free tier includes access to Getty Images stock footage and Artlist music — significant commercial-value content included without additional payment. Getty video clips and licensed music tracks cover the standard needs of business video production without the licensing overhead of sourcing stock content separately.
Clipcham is genuinely limited in capability. Colour grading does not exist beyond simple filter presets. Audio tools cover volume and background music, not EQ, compression, or noise reduction. Timeline tracks are limited to a small number. Advanced transitions, motion graphics, and compositing are not supported.
For users who have basic editing needs — cutting footage, adding text, background music, and transitions for a short video — Clipchamp covers the requirement. For anything beyond this scope, a more capable tool is needed.
Clipcham is the right first video editor for anyone on Windows 11 who has not yet needed a video editor — it is already installed, works immediately, and handles basic editing at zero cost. Users with production needs beyond basic editing should move to DaVinci Resolve, CapCut, or Filmora.
Score: 7.3/10 — Best zero-friction free editor for Windows; limited capability ceiling beyond basic editing.
Free
Free billed annually
$6.99/mo
$69.99/mo billed annually
Clipchamp is best for Windows 11 users who want to do basic video editing without downloading any software, Office workers and business professionals creating simple training, presentation, and communication videos for internal use, Microsoft 365 subscribers who want a video editor included in their existing subscription.
Yes. Clipchamp currently lists a free plan in ToolRankr data.
It has a free plan.
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