Microsoft Edge delivers a fast, secure browsing experience with integrated AI assistance, vertical tabs for better organization, and tight Windows integration.

ocenaudio is the free audio editor for people who want real-time effect previews and multi-selection editing without moving up to a full multitrack workstation.

The Android build of VLC, carrying its own decoders so MKV, DTS and EAC3 files play with no codec pack, no ads and no paid tier.

VLC is the Mac player people install the day QuickTime refuses a file, and then never uninstall.

The free Android video editor behind most TikTok and Reels edits, with AI captions and effects, and a clear line between what is free and what needs Pro.

x264 is the encoder behind most of the H.264 video on the internet, whether or not the software using it says so.

tsMuxeR is the lossless remuxing and Blu-ray authoring tool most disc archivists reach for once the ripping is done.

AIMP is one of the best free media players available on the market, allowing you to play music, radio stations, and movies.

Download MPC-BE, a free open-source media player for Windows with native 4K HDR playback and advanced subtitle support.

x265 is the open-source H.265/HEVC encoder that powers most free video converters on Windows.

Kodi is a free, open-source media center for Windows, Mac and Linux that organises your movies, TV shows and music into a browsable library with cover art.

The fast open-source Windows viewer that opens camera RAW and PSD with no plugins, reads inside ZIP archives, and syncs two windows to compare shots.

Audacity is the free, open source audio editor most people start with, covering recording, multitrack editing, effects and export on Windows, macOS and Linux.