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Spec score 8.0 #14 of 37 in Visual Effects Software

What it is

Autograph is a free Windows and macOS application combining motion graphics, visual effects and compositing, and 2D and 3D projects. Motion tools include a shape engine, motion paths, animated text, and animation for SVG and PSD files. A relative definition system lets one composition render in multiple formats. Compositing supports GPU-optimized effects, OpenFX plugins, Shadertoy, multi-channel EXR, Photoshop layers, and ProRes, with ACES and OCIO color workflows. The application includes rotoscoping plus 2D and planar tracking. Its 3D environment uses Pixar OpenUSD and Filament for real-time physically based rendering. Integrations include Universe and Red Giant OFX tools with a license, and OpenFX plugins from RE:Vision Effects, BorisFX, and Digital Anarchy. Maxon states that individuals and commercial teams can use Autograph free, without output limits or time restrictions. Some features from previous versions are temporarily unavailable while development continues. Cineversity training and a support center are available.

Spec sheet

What it does
Autograph combines motion graphics, VFX/compositing, and 2D/3D projects in one application.Read 12 Oct 2026 · maxon.net
Free plan
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · maxon.net
Integrations
Autograph supports Universe and Red Giant OFX tools with a license, plus third-party OpenFX plugins from RE:Vision Effects, BorisFX, and Digital Anarchy.Read 12 Oct 2026 · maxon.net
Support
Maxon provides a support center with a knowledge base, user guides, and support requests.Read 12 Oct 2026 · maxon.net
Headquarters
Bad Homburg vor der Höhe, GermanyRead 4 Oct 2026 · maxon.net
3D environment
Its 3D environment is based on Pixar OpenUSD and uses Filament for real-time physically based rendering.Read 12 Oct 2026 · maxon.net
Color workflows
The product page says Autograph supports ACES and OCIO workflows.Read 12 Oct 2026 · maxon.net
Commercial use
Maxon says Autograph is free for commercial use by teams and individuals, with no output limitations or time restrictions.Read 12 Oct 2026 · maxon.net
Compositing
Autograph supports GPU-optimized effects, OpenFX plugins, Shadertoy, multi-channel EXR, Photoshop layers, and ProRes.Read 12 Oct 2026 · maxon.net
Motion design
It includes a shape engine, motion paths, animated text, and tools for animating SVG and PSD files.Read 12 Oct 2026 · maxon.net
Notable limits
Maxon says certain features from previous Autograph versions are temporarily unavailable while the product is adjusted and developed.Read 12 Oct 2026 · maxon.net
Privacy and licensing
Maxon's privacy policy says software registration is required and technical protection functions may process email, network, hardware, usage, eligibility, transaction, and technical data.Read 12 Oct 2026 · maxon.net
Responsive compositions
Its relative definition system lets users render one composition in multiple formats.Read 12 Oct 2026 · maxon.net
Tracking and rotoscoping
Autograph includes rotoscoping tools and 2D and planar tracking.Read 12 Oct 2026 · maxon.net
Training
Maxon says Autograph users can access Cineversity training.Read 12 Oct 2026 · maxon.net

Plans and prices

Autograph Free Free for individuals and commercial teams · no output limits or time restrictions stated Read 12 Oct 2026 · maxon.net

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Free for individuals and commercial teams
  • Combines motion graphics, VFX, and 3D
  • Supports ACES and OCIO workflows
  • Includes rotoscoping and planar tracking
  • Uses OpenUSD-based 3D environment

Limits

  • Some previous-version features are temporarily unavailable
  • OpenFX integrations may require a license
  • Registration and technical data processing are described

Who it suits

It suits motion designers, compositors, and 2D/3D artists working on Windows or macOS. The free commercial-use terms also fit teams that need the listed output rights.

Verdict

Autograph brings motion design, compositing, tracking, and 3D into one free application for Windows and macOS. Check current feature availability and licensing requirements for third-party OFX tools.

Where Specifiction places it

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