HandBrake
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Verified 5h ago## Upgrade Notice
Before updating HandBrake, please make sure there are no pending encodes in the queue, and be sure to make a backup of any custom presets and app preferences you have, as they may not be compatible with newer versions.
Windows users, please make sure to install [Microsoft .NET Desktop Runtime version 10.0](https://dotnet.microsoft.com/en-us/download/dotnet/10.0/runtime)
Download available from Microsoft:
- [For x64 (AMD or Intel CPUs)](https://aka.ms/dotnet/10.0/windowsdesktop-runtime-win-x64.exe)
- [For Arm64 (Qualcomm or other)](https://aka.ms/dotnet/10.0/windowsdesktop-runtime-win-arm64.exe)
## HandBrake 1.11.2
### All platforms
#### Video
- Fixed a crash that happened when doing a 2-pass lossless x265 encode
- Fixed a memory leak that happened when doing a 2-pass MPEG-4/MPEG-2/VP9/FFV1 encode
#### Audio
- Updated the list of supported dithers and encoders combinations
- Fixed the Core Audio AAC encoder 7.1 channel layout
#### Subtitles
- Fixed the VobSub palette creation in the MP4 container
#### Build system
- Improved build system compatibility with older build tools
#### Third-party libraries
- Updated librar
Full release notes →
Before updating HandBrake, please make sure there are no pending encodes in the queue, and be sure to make a backup of any custom presets and app preferences you have, as they may not be compatible with newer versions.
Windows users, please make sure to install [Microsoft .NET Desktop Runtime version 10.0](https://dotnet.microsoft.com/en-us/download/dotnet/10.0/runtime)
Download available from Microsoft:
- [For x64 (AMD or Intel CPUs)](https://aka.ms/dotnet/10.0/windowsdesktop-runtime-win-x64.exe)
- [For Arm64 (Qualcomm or other)](https://aka.ms/dotnet/10.0/windowsdesktop-runtime-win-arm64.exe)
## HandBrake 1.11.2
### All platforms
#### Video
- Fixed a crash that happened when doing a 2-pass lossless x265 encode
- Fixed a memory leak that happened when doing a 2-pass MPEG-4/MPEG-2/VP9/FFV1 encode
#### Audio
- Updated the list of supported dithers and encoders combinations
- Fixed the Core Audio AAC encoder 7.1 channel layout
#### Subtitles
- Fixed the VobSub palette creation in the MP4 container
#### Build system
- Improved build system compatibility with older build tools
#### Third-party libraries
- Updated librar
Official download sources
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Platforms: Linux, macOS, Windows
HandBrake compared
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| Attribute | HandBrake This page | GIMP | Adobe Express Video Editor | Audacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Developer | HandBrake Project | GNOME | Adobe | Muse Group |
| Category | Media | Media | Media | Media |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, Windows | Linux, macOS, Windows | Web | Linux, macOS, Windows |
| Official sources | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Verified official | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I download HandBrake safely?
Use the official sources listed on this page. Each link is validated against an approved publisher domain and routes through a safe internal redirect — no third-party or bundled installers.
Which platforms does HandBrake support?
HandBrake is available for Linux, macOS and Windows.
Is this the official HandBrake download?
Yes. Every source shown here is validated against the publisher’s approved domain and editorially reviewed before being published.
Who develops HandBrake?
HandBrake is developed by HandBrake Project.
What are the best alternatives to HandBrake?
Popular alternatives include GIMP, Audacity and Adobe Express Video Editor. See the comparison above for a side-by-side overview.
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