Mixkit

Completely FREE Stock Videos, Music & Templates

Mixkit is a revolutionary 100% FREE creative asset library offering high-quality stock videos, music tracks, sound effects, and video templates—all completely free to use with no attribution required and no download limits. Created by the team behind Envato, Mixkit democratizes access to professional-grade creative content that would typically cost hundreds or thousands of dollars on paid stock sites.

Unlike freemium models with watermarks, limited downloads, or "free with attribution" restrictions, Mixkit provides truly unrestricted free access to all assets under a broad license that covers commercial projects, client work, social media, advertising, YouTube videos, websites, apps, and virtually any creative use—including projects you sell to end users.

Why Mixkit Stands Out in Free Stock Media

Professional Quality, Zero Cost: Every asset in Mixkit's library meets the same quality standards as premium paid stock sites. Videos are filmed in 4K resolution, music is professionally produced and mastered, and templates are designed by experienced motion graphic artists. This isn't low-quality, amateur content scraped together—it's professional-grade media intentionally released for free by Envato as a gift to the creative community.

No Hidden Catches or Limitations: Most "free" stock sites have catch-22 restrictions:

• Attribution required in credits (Pixabay, Pexels videos with some licenses)
• Download limits per day/month (Freepik, Vecteezy free tier)
• Watermarks on free content (Shutterstock previews)
• Non-commercial use only (many CC-licensed assets)
• Must link back to source (some Creative Commons licenses)

Mixkit eliminates ALL of these restrictions. Download unlimited assets, use them commercially, skip attribution completely, and never worry about licensing limitations or surprise fees.

Content Library and Categories

Stock Video Footage (1,000+ clips): Mixkit offers curated 4K and HD video clips across popular categories including:

• Business & Technology: Office environments, coworking spaces, team meetings, laptops, coding, data visualization, cityscapes
• Nature & Landscapes: Oceans, mountains, forests, sunsets, aerial drone shots, time-lapses, seasons
• People & Lifestyle: Diverse individuals, families, children, couples, fitness, yoga, celebrations, home life
• Abstract & Backgrounds: Particles, light leaks, bokeh, geometric patterns, gradients, motion graphics loops
• Urban & Architecture: City streets, traffic, buildings, bridges, transportation, construction, industrial
• Food & Cooking: Restaurant scenes, meal preparation, ingredients, coffee, dining experiences
• Sports & Fitness: Running, cycling, gym workouts, outdoor activities, team sports
• Travel & Tourism: Destinations, hotels, beaches, adventures, cultural landmarks

Videos are delivered in 1920x1080 HD or 3840x2160 4K resolution at 24-60fps, in MP4 format compatible with all major video editing software (Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, iMovie, CapCut).

Music Tracks (500+ songs): Production-ready music spanning genres like:

• Cinematic: Epic orchestral, emotional piano, dramatic strings, trailer-style builds
• Corporate: Upbeat motivational, inspiring acoustic, tech/innovation, success themes
• Electronic: EDM, synthwave, lo-fi beats, ambient, downtempo, future bass
• Hip Hop & Urban: Trap beats, boom bap, chill hop, instrumental rap
• Indie & Acoustic: Folk, indie pop, ukulele, guitar-driven, singer-songwriter vibes
• Pop: Upbeat commercial pop, catchy hooks, radio-friendly instrumentals
• Rock: Energetic rock, indie rock, alternative, punk-influenced

Tracks are typically 2-4 minutes long, delivered in high-quality MP3 format, professionally mixed and mastered for broadcast use. Each track includes metadata with BPM, key, and mood tags for easy searching.

Sound Effects (300+ SFX): Royalty-free sound effects for video production, podcasts, games, and apps including whooshes, transitions, UI sounds, ambiences, impacts, nature sounds, and Foley effects.

Video Templates (100+ templates): Free After Effects and Premiere Pro templates for intros, outros, lower thirds, titles, social media posts, YouTube end screens, and motion graphics elements. Templates are fully customizable and include video tutorials.

Licensing: Truly Unrestricted Commercial Use

Mixkit's licensing is refreshingly simple and permissive:

• Free for commercial use – Use in client projects, ads, products you sell, sponsored content
• No attribution required – Skip credits entirely if you want
• Unlimited projects – Use the same asset in 1 project or 1,000
• Unlimited downloads – No daily limits or download caps
• Worldwide rights – Use globally across all media and platforms
• Modify freely – Edit, crop, color grade, speed up, slow down, remix as needed
• Broadcast & streaming allowed – Use on TV, YouTube, Netflix-style platforms
• Social media approved – Instagram, TikTok, Facebook ads, LinkedIn, Twitter
• Print and digital rights – Use in websites, apps, presentations, eBooks, courses

What you CAN'T do (standard restrictions):

• Resell or redistribute assets as-is (e.g., can't upload Mixkit videos to another stock site)
• Use in logo trademarks (standard for all stock media)
• Create competing free stock libraries using Mixkit content

These are industry-standard restrictions that protect the library while still allowing virtually any practical creative use.

Quality Curation and Content Standards

Unlike user-generated free stock sites where quality varies wildly, Mixkit is entirely curated by Envato's professional team. Every video, song, and template is selected for:

• Technical excellence: Proper exposure, color grading, focus, stabilization, clean audio
• Creative utility: Versatile content that works across multiple project types
• Modern aesthetics: Contemporary styles that feel current, not dated stock footage
• Diversity and inclusivity: Representation across ages, ethnicities, body types, and lifestyles

This curation means you won't waste time sifting through amateur content or unusable clips—if it's on Mixkit, it's professional-grade.

Search and Discovery Features

Mixkit's interface prioritizes quick discovery with:

• Category browsing: Organized sections for business, nature, abstract, urban, etc.
• Keyword search: Find specific concepts like "handshake," "laptop typing," "sunset drone"
• Similar asset suggestions: Discover related content based on your current selection
• Curated collections: Hand-picked themed sets like "Remote Work," "Tech Startup," "Summer Vibes"
• Trending assets: See what other creators are downloading most
• Filter by orientation and duration: Find landscape, portrait, or square videos; filter music by length

Use Cases and Target Audiences

YouTube Creators and Video Editors: Mixkit is a goldmine for YouTubers who need B-roll, background music, and visual elements but can't afford expensive stock subscriptions. With no attribution required, you can use Mixkit content professionally without cluttering video descriptions with credit links.

Social Media Marketers: Create scroll-stopping Instagram Reels, TikToks, Facebook ads, and LinkedIn posts using high-quality video clips that stand out from generic smartphone footage—all without licensing costs eating into ad budgets.

Small Business Owners: Build promotional videos, website hero sections, email campaigns, and presentation decks without hiring expensive videographers or subscribing to costly stock services.

Freelance Designers and Agencies: Supplement client projects with professional video and music assets when budgets don't allow for custom production, keeping profit margins healthy.

Educators and Nonprofits: Create compelling educational content, fundraising videos, and awareness campaigns with premium production value at zero cost.

Podcasters and Content Creators: Use royalty-free music for intro/outro themes, transitions, and background ambience without complex licensing negotiations or fees.

App and Web Developers: Add professional video backgrounds, UI sound effects, and motion elements to websites, landing pages, and applications.

How Mixkit Compares to Paid Stock Services

vs. Adobe Stock ($29.99/month): Adobe Stock requires monthly subscription for 10 downloads, with individual clips costing $79.99 without subscription. Mixkit offers unlimited downloads of similar-quality 4K video forever free, with no caps or recurring fees.

vs. Shutterstock ($29-249/month): Shutterstock's cheapest plan provides 10 images OR 2 HD videos per month. Two videos would cost you $29/month minimum, while Mixkit offers unlimited video downloads permanently free.

vs. Artlist ($9.99/month music, $16.58/month video): Artlist offers larger libraries with subscription, but for creators who need occasional assets rather than daily downloads, Mixkit's free model eliminates the subscription burden entirely.

vs. Pexels/Pixabay (also free): Pexels and Pixabay offer great free photos and videos but often require attribution or have more restrictive licenses for commercial use. Mixkit's "no attribution required" policy makes it simpler for professional projects where crediting sources is impractical.

Why Envato Created Mixkit

Envato, the parent company behind ThemeForest, CodeCanyon, and Envato Elements, created Mixkit as a community contribution and brand-building initiative. By providing truly free, high-quality assets with no strings attached, Envato:

• Introduces creators to the Envato ecosystem who may later upgrade to Envato Elements for larger libraries
• Builds goodwill and trust within the creative community
• Showcases the quality standards Envato maintains across its paid offerings
• Provides a genuinely valuable resource without the "freemium trap" many competitors employ

This means Mixkit's free model is sustainable long-term because it serves Envato's broader business strategy, rather than being a VC-funded startup that might later restrict access or introduce fees.

Platform and Technical Details

Easy Downloads: Click any asset to preview, then download instantly without creating an account or signing in (though you can create a free account to save favorites). Downloads are direct—no waiting, no queues, no verification emails.

Video Specs: MP4 files, H.264 codec, 1920x1080 or 3840x2160 resolution, 24-60fps

Music Specs: MP3 format, 320kbps bitrate (broadcast quality), stereo, properly tagged with metadata

Compatible with all editing software: Files work seamlessly in Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, iMovie, CapCut, Canva Video, and more.

Growing Library with Regular Updates

Mixkit adds new content weekly, gradually expanding the library across all categories. While smaller than paid competitors (which may have millions of assets), Mixkit prioritizes quality over quantity, ensuring every addition is genuinely useful and professionally produced.

When to Choose Mixkit vs. Paid Alternatives

Choose Mixkit if you:

• Need occasional stock assets without commitment to monthly fees
• Want to test stock media without financial risk
• Have tight budget constraints (students, startups, nonprofits, hobbyists)
• Prefer simple, unrestricted licensing without attribution requirements
• Don't need highly specific or niche content (Mixkit focuses on versatile, broadly useful assets)

Upgrade to paid stock services (Envato Elements, Adobe Stock, Artlist) if you:

• Need extensive libraries with millions of assets for daily projects
• Require highly specialized or niche content Mixkit doesn't cover
• Want extended music tracks (5-10+ minutes) or exclusive content
• Need advanced search features, AI tagging, and collaboration tools

Many professionals use Mixkit as a supplement to paid subscriptions—grabbing free assets for smaller projects while reserving paid service downloads for critical, high-budget work.

The Bottom Line

Mixkit is the best completely FREE stock video and music resource available, offering professional quality without the restrictive licensing, attribution requirements, or hidden limitations that plague most free stock sites. Backed by Envato's reputation and sustainability, Mixkit provides genuine value to creators at every level—from hobbyists just starting out to professionals supplementing paid libraries.

If you're tired of watermarks, download limits, and "free trials" that expire, Mixkit is the refreshingly honest, truly free alternative the creative community deserves.