Filmora Free Trial - Limitations & How To Sign Up

Is There A Free Trial In Filmora?

Wondershare Filmora does in fact offer both a 7 day free trial plan and also a Free edition which isn't limited by a set duration, but rather a lack by a lack of premium features. for potential users who would like to test out the fundamentals of the program before having to pay for it.

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How To Sign Up To Use Filmora For Free

Step 1: Claim Your Deal

• Go to the Filmora website. Right on the top of the page, you’ll see a button labeled "Free Download."
• Click this button. It's your entry point to accessing the free trial. I found it prominently displayed when I did this, so it shouldn’t be hard to spot.

Step 2: Download and Install

• Upon selecting "Free Downloas," you’ll be prompted to download the software.
• The site smartly detects whether you're using a Windows PC or a Mac and suggests the appropriate download for you. Just follow the on-screen instructions to download and then install Filmora on your device. The whole process is pretty slick and doesn’t take long.

Step 4: Launch and Explore Filmora

• With Filmora installed, open the application and start exploring. You now have full access to the standard subscription features.
• This is where the fun begins. You can start editing videos, adding music, applying transitions, and more. I've spent a good amount of time playing around with these features, and I’m always amazed at how user-friendly yet powerful the software is.

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Limitations

Free Edition's Limits

Let's chat about Filmora's free trial. I've used it plenty, so I know firsthand what it's like. The trial gives you a good taste of what Filmora can do, but with a twist: your videos come out wearing a watermark, like a brand logo on a cowboy's cattle. This means that if you're making something you want to share professionally or personally without that branding, you're out of luck.

The main menu is easy to spot; it's your command center. But as you start using features, you'll notice some are off-limits. For instance, when you try to access certain premium effects or fancy transitions, you'll likely hit a wall. A pop-up might appear, teasing these features but ultimately leading you to a prompt to upgrade. I found this when I tried to add some slick animation to a project – it was locked behind the paid version.

Video Export with Watermark

Exporting videos is straightforward – just hit the big 'Export' button. But here's the catch with the free version: every video you export will have a Filmora watermark on it. It's pretty noticeable, sitting at the bottom of your video, making it clear you're using the free trial. If you're like me and you're making videos for more than just fun – maybe for a YouTube channel or a presentation – that watermark can be a real pain. It screams "I'm not using the full version," which might not be the look you're going for.

Premium Features: A Tease

Now, about those premium features – they're tempting. The free trial shows them to you, almost like window shopping. You can see all these cool effects, animations, and tools, but the moment you try to use them, you're reminded that they're not part of the deal. It feels a bit like being invited to a party but not being allowed to dance. I remember trying to use a particular animated title for a video project, and it looked perfect. But, alas, it was locked away, accessible only if I decided to open my wallet for the subscription.

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Choosing the Right Plan

If you're thinking about upgrading, here's the deal: the perpetual plan seems like a one-time purchase, right? It's tempting because you pay once, and it's yours, with updates for Filmora 13. But here's something I learned the hard way: "updates for Filmora 13" means just that. When Filmora 14 rolls around, you're not getting the new shiny tools or improvements unless you pay again.

Subscriptions, on the other hand, are like a VIP pass. You get everything as it updates, no extra charge. Sure, it's a recurring payment, but if you're serious about your video projects and want the latest and greatest without paying for each major update, it's the way to go. I found this out after sticking with the perpetual plan for a while, only to realize I was missing out on new features my friends were raving about.