# Is CapCut still around? (2026) - Verdict

**Yes. CapCut is live and price-verified as of Sep 8, 2026.**

Category: AI Video Editing

- Status: alive
- Lowest paid plan: $9.99/mo
- Free tier: yes (permanent)
- Verified: Sep 8, 2026

## What it is

CapCut is ByteDance's video editor for phone, desktop, and browser, and a large part of it stays free. It bundles auto-captions, background removal, voice effects, and template-driven vertical editing built for TikTok and Reels. In 2026 it raised subscription prices and pushed more AI features into the paid Pro tier.
Sources: capcut.com (https://www.capcut.com) · socialrails.com (https://socialrails.com/blog/capcut-pricing-guide)

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## FAQ

### Is CapCut shutting down?
There is no official sunset announcement for CapCut as of Sep 8, 2026. It is reachable and price-verified; a "dead" status is set only by a human.

### How much does CapCut cost?
Its lowest paid plan starts at $9.99/mo (verified Sep 8, 2026); the price links to the vendor's live pricing page as its source.

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