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AfterCodecs

After Effects · Extensions

Description

AfterCodecs is a native export plugin for After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Media Encoder on Mac, featuring full support for Apple ProRes and H.264/H.265/HEVC codecs (x264 and x265) to deliver fast, high-quality video rendering directly from your timeline.

Choose the efficiency level that fits your workflow best: use fast encoding mode for quick previews and draft playback, or select a smaller file size output for polished final delivery. Low-bitrate videos now achieve noticeably better visual quality than ever before, and the aftercodecs plugin fully supports playback at resolutions up to 8K on your Mac.

A fast, easy-to-use YouTube upload profile (with just one simple parameter to select) is built right in, ensuring your exports always match YouTube's recommended upload specifications and guidelines for optimal streaming quality.

Save valuable time by rendering directly within the After Effects render queue on your Mac — no need to rely on command-line tools and no need to route your projects through Adobe Media Encoder. With an aftercodecs license, you unlock the complete feature set. To get started, simply complete your aftercodecs download from a trusted source and begin exporting professional-grade video immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is AfterCodecs free?
Please check the developer's website for current pricing information.
The download seems damaged or won't open?
If the disk image won't mount, right-click the .dmg and choose Open — macOS Gatekeeper will then offer an override.
How do I install the app after downloading?
Mount the .dmg by double-clicking it, drag the application bundle into /Applications, then eject the disk image. For .pkg installers, double-click and follow the prompts.
Will this run on Apple Silicon (M1-M4)?
Check the Architecture line in the Specifications panel on this page. Universal binaries run natively on both Apple Silicon and Intel. Intel-only builds run through Rosetta 2 on M-series Macs.
How do I update the app later?
Re-download the latest version from the catalogue, mount the new disk image, and drag-replace the application bundle in /Applications.
Can I request an app that isn't in the catalogue?
The catalogue is curated by a small editorial team. Request lists are accepted by community comment threads on each macOS release roundup.

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