We are no longer issuing new licenses for HitFilm Express 2017, 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 Express 2017 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 5.0.7012 » Windows 275MB 12th Oct 2017
Download 5.0.6718 » Windows 289MB 20th Jul 2017
Download 5.0.6614 » Windows 289MB 15th Jun 2017
Download 5.0.6511 » Windows 289MB 18th May 2017

Mac Installers

Version OS Filesize Release Date
Download 5.0.0286 » Mac 387MB 12th Dec 2018
Download 5.0.0187 » Mac 368MB 12th Oct 2017
Download 5.0.0121 » Mac 367MB 20th Jul 2017
Download 5.0.0094 » Mac 367MB 15th Jun 2017
Download 5.0.0067 » Mac 367MB 18th May 2017

Step 3: Run the installer

Run the HitFilm Express 2017 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 Express 2017 is now ready for you to use!