How to Download CapCut Videos: 4 Simple Methods

With the rising concerns about potential TikTok and CapCut bans in the US in January 2025, knowing how to download and preserve your CapCut videos has become more crucial than ever. Whether you're a content creator looking to safeguard your work or someone who wants to ensure access to their edited videos, this comprehensive guide will walk you through various methods to download CapCut videos, both with and without watermarks.

Why Should You Download CapCut Videos?

It Will Help to Preserve Your Content

Content creation takes time, effort, and creativity. By downloading your CapCut videos, you ensure that your hard work isn't lost if the platform becomes inaccessible in your region. Having local copies of your videos gives you complete control over your content and provides peace of mind knowing that your creations are safely stored on your device.

It Will Ensure Continuity Across Platforms

In today's dynamic social media landscape, being present on multiple platforms is essential for content creators. Downloading your CapCut videos allows you to easily repurpose and share your content across different platforms without being dependent on the app. This flexibility ensures that you can maintain a consistent posting schedule and adapt to changes in platform availability or preferences.

How Can You Download CapCut Videos?

Follow these simple steps to download your videos directly from the CapCut app:

1. Open your project in CapCut and complete all necessary edits to your video.
2. Tap the "Export" button in the top-right corner of the screen.
3. Choose your preferred video quality and frame rate settings.
4. Wait for the rendering process to complete.
5. Once exported, the video will automatically save to your device's gallery or camera roll.

How Can You Download CapCut Videos Without a Watermark?

Method 1: Disable the Watermark in Export Settings

The simplest way to remove the CapCut watermark is through the app's built-in settings:

1. Complete your video editing in CapCut.
2. Tap the "Export" button.
3. Look for the watermark toggle switch in the export settings.
4. Disable the watermark option before exporting.

Note that this option might not be available in all regions or versions of the app.

Method 2: Upgrade to CapCut Pro or Paid Version

For consistent watermark-free exports, consider upgrading to CapCut Pro:

1. Open the CapCut app and navigate to Settings.
2. Look for the "Upgrade to Pro" or "Premium" option.
3. Choose your preferred subscription plan.
4. Complete the payment process to unlock watermark-free exports.

This method not only removes watermarks but also provides access to additional premium features and templates.

Method 3: Trim or Crop the Watermark (Manual Method)

If the above methods aren't available, you can manually remove the watermark:

1. Export your video with the watermark.
2. Open the video in CapCut's editor again.
3. Use the crop tool to adjust the frame, excluding the watermark area.
4. Export the newly cropped video.

While this method works, it may affect your video's composition and aspect ratio. For a more professional solution, consider using Captions' video trimmer, which offers advanced editing capabilities while preserving video quality.

Find a New Video Editor

While downloading and preserving your CapCut videos is important, creating engaging content that stands out is equally crucial. When CapCut is banned in the U.S., you won’t want to disrupt your content creation, or lose any time posting to your other social channels. Instead, find a new video editor today, so you can keep creating high-quality content you’re proud to share.

Captions offers a comprehensive suite of tools designed to elevate your content creation game. With Captions, you can create professional-looking videos with its AI Video Editor, add engaging subtitles that capture viewer attention, manage and schedule your content across platforms with Social Studio, and more. 

Don't let platform uncertainty limit your creativity. With the right tools and strategies, you can continue producing and sharing amazing content regardless of platform availability.

Take Your Content Creation to The Next Level With Captions

By following this guide and taking proactive steps to preserve your content, you can ensure that your creative work remains accessible and protected. Whether you're a casual creator or a professional content maker, having control over your videos is essential in today's ever-changing digital landscape.

Ready to take your content creation to the next level? Try Captions today and discover how our AI-powered tools can help you create more engaging, professional-looking videos that stand out across all platforms.

Frequently Asked Questions

If TikTok Gets Banned, Will I Still Be Able to Use CapCut?

While CapCut was originally developed by ByteDance, the same company behind TikTok, it operates as a separate application. However, all ByteDance apps are facing the same ban in the US in January 2025, meaning if you are in the U.S., you will also lose access to CapCut. It's wise to download and preserve your important projects to ensure you maintain access to your content regardless of any future platform restrictions. You’ll also want to find a new video editor to create and share projects, like Captions. 

Can I Download All My CapCut Videos at Once?

Currently, CapCut doesn't offer a bulk download feature for projects. You'll need to export videos individually using the methods described above. To manage multiple projects efficiently, consider creating a organized folder system on your device to store downloaded videos.

Will CapCut Templates Be Affected by the Ban?

If CapCut faces restrictions in your region, you may lose access to the template library. To prepare for this possibility:

• Download your favorite templates
• Save projects that use specific templates
• Export template-based videos you want to keep
• Consider exploring alternative video editing platforms