: Many sites offer a version of Movie Maker that looks genuine but requires a "registration fee" to export your video. Because the original software was always free, any request for payment or a "code" is a red flag. Safe and Free Alternatives

: A completely free, open-source, and lightweight editor that works well on older systems.

: The official successor pre-installed on Windows 11. It features a modern timeline, stock media, and AI-powered tools.