When I was searching for video editing software on Google, I found out many people have recommended Capcut, and I went to my app store and searched for capcut and no capcut was found. Then searched more and got to know that capcut was banned in 2020 by the Indian government. I was so frustrated. I wanted this app badly on my iphone. As someone who loves creating and editing videos and found the most recommended app it is not available in your country.
Now, I have decided that I want to use capcut, but I have to install it on my iphone. Tried VPN, still it’s still not showing on the app store. Then my techy brother showed me these steps.
Why Is CapCut Banned in Some Countries?
Every country has different reasons like. I live in India, and here, it is banned for data privacy concerns, whereas in Afghanistan, it was banned because they think it can spoil their young generation with their content and mislead them, too. In the US, Capcut was banned for a day because of national security issues and compliance with local laws.
For example, some countries have banned ByteDance-owned apps like TikTok and CapCut due to fears of data being shared with foreign entities and their data can be used for multiple things like manipulating election campaign, security threats.
Steps to Install CapCut on iPhone Without VPN
If you live in a banned countries just like me and have iphone, just follow these steps:
Step 1: Country Change
- Firstly, Open App Store.
- On the top right corner, you will see your Apple account profile.
- Tap on your name. A new screen will pop up and scroll to “Country/Region”.
- Now, tap on the Country/Region > Change Country or Region > Select any Unrestricted country (Singapore will be the perfect location).
- You’ll need to agree to the terms and conditions for the new region.
- You can use a valid address and payment method from the selected country. If you don’t have one, you can skip this step by selecting “None” as the payment method (if available).
Now you have successfully changed the country of your Apple ID.
Step 2: Download Capcut
- Open the app store and search for Capcut.
- You will be able to see the Capcut and click on the download button to install the app.
- Once the app has been installed.
- Now, you can use all the offline features. But for other features you need to use VPN, which I will tell you in a while before that let’s see how you can buy Capcut Pro.
If you want you can get back to your original and the capcut will stay in your phone. But you have to face the consequences like you won’t be able to update the app and buy capcut Pro. Then how to do that? Don’t worry, look below:
How to Buy Capcut Pro
- To buy capcut pro, firstly, your country has to be “Singapore” on Apple ID and connected to the Singapore server using VPN. You can use VPN – Fast VPN Super.
- Now open capcut, in the bottom you will see “Me” option.
- Tap on that, there you will see “Join Pro”.
- Click on that option, “Pro Plan” page will open, there you can select a subscription plan according to your need and pay accordingly.
How to Update CapCut in Banned Countries
- If you have changed your country and come back to the original one then you can’t update the app.
- You have to select the country where capcut is available then only you will be able to update the app.
Comparison Table: VPN vs. Changing App Store Region
| Features | Using a VPN | Changing App Store Region |
| Ease of Use | You can set up a VPN smoothly but for downloading apps, you have to look for a third party source and it’s not applicable on an iphone without jailbreak. | Setting up may take a minute but you can download all the apps officially from the app store. |
| Cost | Free but may require a paid plan. | Free (unless payment method is needed). |
| Speed | Depends on VPN server speed. | No impact on internet speed. |
| Access to Other Apps | Allows access to all region-locked apps. | Only allows access to apps in the selected region. |
| Privacy | Encrypts your internet traffic. | No encryption, but no privacy risks. |
Advanced CapCut Features You Should Try
Capcut has some interesting advanced features that you won’t find in any other video editing apps.
- Keyframe Animation: Create smooth transitions and animations by setting keyframes for movement, scaling, or rotation.
- Chroma Key (Green Screen): Replace backgrounds easily for professional-looking videos.
- Audio Editing Tools: Adjust volume, add sound effects, or use voice overs to enhance your videos.
- Speed Adjustments: Speed up or slow down clips for dramatic or dynamic effects.
- Color Grading: Fine-tune colors and apply filters to give your videos a cinematic look.
- Text and Stickers: Add animated text, captions, and stickers to make your videos more engaging.
- Overlay and Blending Modes: Layer videos or images and use blending modes for creative compositions.
- Trending Transitions & Effects – It has trending effects and transition sections where you can find effects and transitions that you see on a viral tiktok.
- Teleprompter – Helps you read scripts smoothly while recording videos.
- Auto Caption – Automatically generates captions for your videos using speech recognition.
- Photo editor – Allows you to edit photos with tools like filters, cropping, and adjustments.
- AI Poster – Uses AI to generate creative and professional-looking posters or social media templates.
- AI Model – Uses AI to create or enhance models, avatars, or characters for your videos.
My Experience with CapCut
After successfully installing CapCut using the method above, I was able to explore its features without any issues. The app is incredibly user-friendly, with a wide range of editing tools, filters, and effects. Whether you’re a beginner or a professional, CapCut makes video editing fun and accessible.
Alternative Video Editing Apps for Banned Countries
- VN Video Editor
- VITA
- ViVa Video
- Inshot
I recommend these 4 apps for video editing, if you’re a beginner and just going to start. Thou there are a lot more apps but these apps are very close to capcut in terms of features.
FAQs
Q1. Is it legal to change my App Store region to download CapCut?
Ans. Yes, it’s legal to change your App Store region. However, you should comply with Apple’s terms of service and ensure you’re not violating any local laws.
Q2. Will I lose my existing apps or data if I change my App Store region?
Ans. No, changing your App Store region won’t delete your existing apps or data. However, you may need to update your payment information.
Q3. Can I use CapCut without an internet connection after downloading it?
Ans. Yes, you can use capcut without internet but not completely because you won’t be able to use trending effects, transitions & stickers, for that you need to connect with the VPN.
Q4. What if I don’t have a payment method for the new region?
Ans. You can simply skip the payment method step by selecting “None” If the option is available.
Q5. Will CapCut updates work after changing my region back?
Ans. Yes, CapCut will continue to receive updates as long as the app is available in your current App Store region.
All in All
Capcut is a brilliant app and it makes the editing so easy that you want to use only capcut and never want to leave this app. Installing CapCut on your iPhone in a banned country without a VPN is entirely possible by changing your App Store region
But there are few things that you need to consider, like you have to sacrifice a lot for using Capcut, it’s not at all convenient to use in India. Because you have to connect with VPN all the time and if you want to purchase capcut pro, you might face problems.
If you have any questions or run into issues, feel free to leave a comment below.