FL Studio Download: Free Trial and What Happens to Your Projects
FL Studio · for Windows and macOS
Developer: Image-Line (opens in a new tab)
- Windows
- macOS
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FL Studio is a music production program from Image-Line for Windows and macOS. The free trial has no time limit and no audio watermark, but projects saved in it cannot be reopened until you buy an edition.
FL Studio is a digital audio workstation (DAW) known for its pattern-based step sequencer and piano roll, which many beat makers find quick to learn. Image-Line, the developer, offers it for both Windows and macOS.
What you get
- Pattern workflow: Build drum patterns and melodies in small blocks, then arrange them in the playlist.
- Piano roll: A detailed note editor for writing and fixing melodies.
- Instruments and effects: The paid editions bundle synthesizers, samplers and mixing effects.
- Audio recording and mixing: Record vocals and instruments and mix them on a mixer with effect slots.
The free trial, explained
Image-Line says the trial is the same as the All Plugins Edition, with no time limit and no audio watermarks. There is one big catch: you can save and export, but a project saved in the trial cannot be reopened until you buy an edition. In practice, the trial suits learning, experimenting and exporting finished audio.
Installing it
- Press the Download button to reach the official download page.
- Pick the Windows or macOS installer and run it.
- Open FL Studio and, if you own an edition, sign in to unlock it.
Image-Line states that a purchased edition receives all future updates, plugins and features shipped for that edition. Editions and prices change, so check the store page for the current lineup.
System requirements
Windows needs version 10 or 11, with 4 GB of RAM and 4 GB of free disk space; ARM processors are not supported. macOS needs 10.15.7 or newer, on Intel or Apple Silicon.
For a free alternative to compare, LMMS is open source, and REAPER is a low-cost DAW with a long evaluation period.
Pros
- Trial has no time limit or audio watermark
- Fast pattern-based workflow
- Updates for a purchased edition continue
Cons
- Projects saved in the trial cannot be reopened until you buy
- Full features need a paid edition
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I keep working on a project saved in the FL Studio trial?
Not until you buy an edition. Image-Line says projects saved in the trial cannot be reopened, although you can still export audio.
Does FL Studio run on Windows and Mac?
Yes. Image-Line provides installers for Windows 10 or 11 and for macOS 10.15.7 or newer.
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