Shutter Encoder: Free Video Converter for Windows and Mac

Shutter Encoder was made with video editors in mind, but it is just as handy for anyone who needs to shrink a phone video, change a format or trim a clip. It uses FFmpeg for encoding, so it supports a very wide range of codecs.

Why people choose it

• Functions instead of settings pages: You pick what you want to do, such as an output codec or a sound conversion, from a single list of functions.
• Cut without re-encoding: With suitable codecs, you can trim clips losslessly and very quickly.
• Subtitles: Embed closed captions or burn subtitles into the picture, with a built-in subtitle editor.
• FFmpeg tools: Access duplicate frame detection, frame rate interpolation, analysis tools and deinterlacing filters.
• Queue: Line up several jobs and, if you like, have a summary e-mailed when they finish.

Downloads

1. The Download button takes you to the downloads section on shutterencoder.com.
2. Windows: An EXE installer and a ZIP version are offered for 64-bit Windows 7, 8, 10 and 11.
3. macOS: Separate builds are available for Intel and Apple silicon Macs running macOS 10.14 Mojave or later.
4. Linux: Choose the DEB package, the AppImage or Flatpak.

First conversion

Drag your files into the window, choose a function such as H.264 from the list and press Start function. Additional files can wait in the queue next to that button while the first job runs.

Worth knowing

Shutter Encoder is open source and has no usage restrictions; the developer accepts donations to support the project. Professional codecs and broadcast formats are listed alongside everyday ones, so take a moment to find the function you need.