Download Cinelerra-GG
Available as AppImage for all major Linux distributions. Download, make executable, and start editing.
Latest AppImage Release
The recommended way to run Cinelerra-GG. Works on any Linux distribution without installation.
How to Get Cinelerra-GG
AppImage is the recommended universal format — no installation needed, works on any Linux distro. Community-maintained native packages are also available.
AppImage (Recommended)
★ RecommendedWorks on any Linux distribution without installation. Always up to date — the simplest way to run Cinelerra-GG.
Community Packages by Andrey Einhander
Up-to-date native packages for Ubuntu, Debian, openSUSE, and Fedora, maintained by community contributor Andrey Einhander.
Source Code
Clone the repository and build from source for maximum customization.
View Source CodeSystem Requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Dual-core x86_64 processor | Quad-core or better |
| RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB or more |
| Disk Space | 500 MB for application | SSD with 50+ GB free for projects |
| GPU | OpenGL 2.0 compatible | OpenGL 4.x with VAAPI/VDPAU |
| OS | Any Linux distribution (x86_64) | Ubuntu 22.04+, Fedora 38+, or equivalent |
Installation Guide
Download
Download the latest AppImage from our download center.
Make Executable
Open a terminal and run:
chmod +x CinelerraGG*.AppImageRun
Launch Cinelerra-GG:
./CinelerraGG*.AppImageNeed Help Getting Started?
Check out the comprehensive manual available in PDF and HTML formats.