Try After Effects with a 7-day free trial.
Create motion graphics and visual effects for film, TV, video, and web.
Start free trial
Try After Effects with a 7-day free trial.
Create motion graphics and visual effects for film, TV, video, and web.
Start free trial
Free trial includes the full version of After Effects
You won’t be charged until after your free trial ends
Here's how to get a 7-day free trial of After Effects.
1) Download now for macOS and Windows.
2) Create motion graphics and visual effects.
3) After your 7-day free trial ends, your Creative Cloud membership will continue, unless cancelled before free trial ends.
Make a big scene bigger.
Create cinematic movie titles, intros, and transitions. Remove an object from a clip. Start a fire or make it rain. Animate a logo or character. With Adobe After Effects, the industry-standard motion graphics and visual effects software, you can take any idea and make it move.
There’s even more to your Creative Cloud membership.
Step-by-step tutorials.
Browse hundreds of video tutorials for every skill level.
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Easy updates.
New features and updates are included with your membership, and they’re always just a click away.
Loads of extras.
Get 100GB of cloud storage, free mobile apps, and file sharing features.
Frequently asked questions about your free trial.
Can I download After Effects for free?
Yes, you can download a 7-day free trial of After Effects. The free trial is the official, full version of the app — it includes all the features and updates in the latest version of After Effects.
Do students get a discount if they decide to purchase after the free trial?
Yes, students and teachers are eligible for a big discount on 20+ Creative Cloud apps — 60% off. Learn more
What can Adobe After Effects be used for?
With Adobe After Effects, you can create incredible motion graphics and visual effects for film, TV, video, and the web.
Will this free After Effects work on macOS and Windows?
Yes, this After Effects trial works on both macOS and Windows. See system requirements
Can I download the free trial to my phone?
No, this free trial is available only for desktop. Adobe does offer a collection of free mobile apps for both iOS and Android. Learn more
How long does the free trial last?
Your free trial starts when you check out and it lasts for seven days. The trial will automatically convert to a paid Creative Cloud membership when it’s complete, unless you cancel before then.
Can I get After Effects without a Creative Cloud membership?
No, After Effects is available only as part of a Creative Cloud membership. You can choose a Single App plan with After Effects only or a plan that includes more apps. We offer Creative Cloud plans for individuals, students and teachers, photographers, institutions, and businesses. Learn more
Can I download a trial version of After Effects CS6?
No, After Effects is our most up-to-date version and the only version of After Effects you can download for a free trial.
What can you do with Creative Cloud?
Cut video
Cut video quickly and efficiently for everything from social media to an 8K theatrical release.
Motion graphics software
Get from first concept to finished motion graphic faster with tools that work at the speed of your imagination.
Capture video
No matter what video capture device you’re using, it’s easy to create stunning film, video, and web content with Adobe desktop and mobile apps.
Video editing software
Create compelling content with motion graphics and compositing techniques. Export your finished video for social media or 4K movie releases.