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Natron

Open-source node-based compositor for 2D visual effects, with OpenFX plug-ins, tracking and rotoscoping.

Natron

License: Open source
  • Windows
  • macOS
  • Linux
Status: Active
  • MOV: opens and saves, partial fidelity. Video through FFmpeg; codec choices depend on the build
  • MP4: opens and saves, partial fidelity. Video through FFmpeg; codec choices depend on the build

This replaces Adobe After Effects

Facts

Made by
The Natron community
Website
natrongithub.github.io
License
License: Open sourceGPL-2.0-or-later
Pricing
Free
Platforms
  • Windows
  • macOS
  • Linux
Self-hostable
No
Works offline
Yes
Account required
No
Maturity
Stable
Source code
github: NatronGitHub/Natron
Maintenance
Status: ActiveLast commit

Natron is a free alternative to

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Repository checks, newest first; last checked Oct 8, 2026. Checks older than 90 days are kept as one per week.

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v2.5.05,573Open

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