We are no longer issuing new licenses for HitFilm 3 Express, so unless you already have a license you will not be able to activate this software. Why not try our latest version of HitFilm instead?

Step 1: Uninstall any existing copies

Firstly, uninstall any existing copies of HitFilm 3 Express that you might already have on your computer.

Step 2: Download the installer

Click the download link below to download the installer to your computer. Make sure you select the correct version for your operating system.

Windows Installers

Version OS Filesize Release Date
Download 3.1.5213 » Windows 255MB 14th Apr 2016
Download 3.1.5110 » Windows 255MB 17th Mar 2016
Download 3.1.4724 » Windows 235MB 26th Nov 2015
Download 3.1.4321 » Windows 235MB 23rd Jul 2015
Download 3.1.4308 » Windows 235MB 14th Jul 2015

Mac Installers

Version OS Filesize Release Date
Download 3.1.0157 » Mac 196MB 14th Apr 2016
Download 3.1.0151 » Mac 196MB 17th Mar 2016
Download 3.1.0132 » Mac 190MB 26th Nov 2015
Download 3.1.0106 » Mac 189MB 23rd Jul 2015
Download 3.1.0093 » Mac 189MB 14th Jul 2015

Step 3: Run the installer

Run the HitFilm 3 Express installer file on your computer by double clicking on its file icon (this requires administrator privileges on your computer). Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

Step 4: Activate the software

  • Launch the program
  • Choose activate from the options when asked to activate, try or buy.
  • If you already have a FXhome website account sign in with your details, otherwise choose to create an account.
  • Follow the on screen instructions.

Step 5: Finished

HitFilm 3 Express is now ready for you to use!