How to Find Free Video Editing Online

Several free video editing software programs are available online. These programs are great for anything from editing home videos to preparing videos for YouTube. Learn how to find a program for your next project.

Instructions

1. Look for free video editing programs from popular video editing software companies. Many of these companies offer free trials or basic versions in the hopes you will upgrade and purchase other products from them. Use search terms such as "free trial video editing program" and "free video editing software."

2. Search for online video sharing and storage Web sites as many of these offer free video editing capabilities. Use search terms such as "free online video storage" or "free video sharing" to find these types of Web sites.

3. Consider looking online for freeware programs. You can find several of these by doing a basic online search for "freeware video editing."

4. Look for Web sites where other users contribute information on free programs they have found. These can include online groups or forums for video editing enthusiasts or Web sites that provide information on technology products. These can be especially helpful in that other users give reviews and opinions on programs they have used. Search for "free video editing reviews," "video editing forums" and "video editing groups."

5. Check with software or computer programs you may already have. Owning certain products may entitle you to free access to video editing tools. For example, Apple offers Mac users their video editing program iMovie and Microsoft users can download Microsoft's Movie Maker software for free online.