Free Online Instagram Video Editor for Reels, Stories, and Feed
Instagram video editor for Reels, Stories and feed posts. Trim, add captions and music, resize to 9:16 and export in HD. Free, in your browser, no watermark.
Free Online Instagram Video Editor for Reels, Stories, and Feed Features
EchoWave is used by content creators, small businesses, and social media managers to edit Instagram videos in the browser
Instagram editing, online
The full editor built for Reels, Stories, and feed posts
Most online video tools handle one format. EchoWave handles all three Instagram surfaces in a single project. Resize your canvas between 9:16, 4:5, and 1:1, generate AI captions with 160+ visual presets, mix in a voiceover or audio track, and render to 4K H.264 MP4 ready for upload. Use auto-captions to reach international followers, or add text and logo overlays to build your brand with every post.
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160+ caption presets
Including MrBeast-style karaoke word animation and outline styles
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63 AI voices
Text-to-speech streaming with voice cloning for narration and Reels
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4K H.264 export
Up to 3840x2160 for maximum Instagram quality on paid plan
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Free to start
No download, no credit card. Small watermark removed on paid plan
What you can do
Every tool Instagram creators actually need
Resize, caption, mix audio, animate text, and export, all from one browser tab.
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Resize for Every Instagram Format
Switch between 9:16 for Reels and Stories, 4:5 for feed posts, or 1:1 for square grid posts in one click. The canvas reflows automatically so nothing gets cropped unexpectedly. Crop and resize your video without re-editing from scratch.
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AI Auto-Captions with 160+ Presets
Generate word-level captions using built-in ASR transcription, then style them with any of 160+ presets including MrBeast karaoke pop animation, bold TikTok stacks, and outline styles. Translate subtitles into any language for global reach. See the full auto-subtitle generator for more options.
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Add Music or Voiceover
Layer a voiceover recorded right in the browser, upload your own audio track, or use AI text-to-speech in 63 voices to narrate your content. Mix levels on a multi-track timeline. Add audio to your video in seconds.
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Trim, Cut, and Split on a Timeline
Use the magnetic multi-track timeline to trim handles, split clips at any frame, remove dead air, and rearrange segments by drag. No rendering delay between edits. Trim your video to the perfect length before export.
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Text, Stickers, Emoji, and Logos
Add animated text titles, brand logos, watermarks, progress bars, emoji, and custom stickers. Keyframe any element to animate its position, scale, or opacity over time. Add text to your video to reinforce your brand with every post.
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Waveform and Music Visualizer Overlays
Turn audio into a visual with animated FFT-spectrum waveforms, audiograms, and lyric video layouts. Works natively on the timeline so the animation syncs to the beat. Great for podcast clips and music Reels.
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Speed, Loop, and Reverse
Apply speed ramps from 0.25x to 4x, loop a clip for a smooth repeat, or reverse footage for creative transitions. Great for Reel hooks and slow-motion reveals. Loop a clip for a hands-free repeat effect.
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Export in 4K HD, No Download
Render to 1080p or 4K H.264 MP4 optimized for Instagram upload. Free users get HD with a small watermark. The paid plan removes it and unlocks 4K for maximum quality after Instagram recompression.
How it works
How to edit an Instagram video online
Four steps from raw footage to a post-ready clip.
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Upload Your Video
Click Upload or drag and drop any video file into EchoWave. Supported formats include MP4, MOV, WebM, and more. Your footage lands on the multi-track timeline ready to edit.
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Edit for Instagram
Select an Instagram preset canvas: 9:16 for Reels and Stories, 4:5 for feed, or 1:1 for square. Trim and split your clip, add AI captions, layer music or voiceover, and animate text or stickers. All changes preview in real time.
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Caption and Style
Hit Auto Captions to generate word-level subtitles in seconds. Pick from 160+ visual presets or customize font, color, size, and animation. Translate captions to reach international followers.
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Export and Download
Click Export when your edit is ready. EchoWave renders your video to an Instagram-ready MP4 at up to 4K. Download instantly or share via link. No app install, no account required to start.
Format presets
The right canvas for every Instagram surface
Pick a preset and EchoWave reframes your canvas to fit. No manual math on pixel dimensions.
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9:16 Reels and Stories
- Reels
- Stories
- TikTok
- Shorts
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4:5 Feed Portrait
- Instagram Feed
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1:1 Square Grid
- Instagram Grid
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Who uses it
Built for every kind of Instagram creator
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Content Creators and Influencers
Batch-edit Reels with consistent caption presets, branded lower-thirds, and waveform overlays. Export at 4K so your content stays sharp even after Instagram recompression.
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Small Business Owners
Turn product demos or behind-the-scenes clips into polished feed posts and Stories. Add your logo, a progress-bar overlay, and a call-to-action text without hiring a video editor.
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Podcasters Turning Audio into Reels
Drop in a podcast clip, generate an auto-transcript, style it as a karaoke audiogram with an animated waveform, and export a 60-second Reel that drives listeners to the full episode.
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Musicians and Artists
Build lyric videos or music-visualizer clips with FFT-spectrum animation synced to your track. Resize to 9:16 for Reels and 1:1 for a grid teaser, all in one project.
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Educators and Coaches
Record a screen or camera tutorial with the built-in recorder, add AI-generated captions for accessibility, and publish as a Reel or Story carousel without leaving the browser.
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Social Media Managers
Use CSV bulk templates to swap out text and assets across dozens of branded Instagram posts. Keep the same caption style and music bed while personalizing each clip for clients.
Edit your Instagram video now
Start free. Upload your clip and have a Reel, Story, or feed post ready in minutes.
How creators use EchoWave in real projects
Instagram video editor FAQ
What is the best aspect ratio for Instagram Reels and Stories?
Instagram Reels and Stories perform best at 9:16 (1080 x 1920 pixels). For feed posts, the 4:5 portrait ratio (1080 x 1350 pixels) occupies the most vertical space in the feed, which typically increases reach. EchoWave has preset canvas sizes for all three formats so you can switch without re-editing your content.
Can I add captions to my Instagram video for free?
Yes. EchoWave generates auto-captions using AI speech recognition at no cost. You can then style them with over 160 presets, from plain white subtitles to animated word-level karaoke pop effects. Captions can also be translated so your Reel reaches non-English audiences.
Do I need to download software to edit Instagram videos?
No. EchoWave runs entirely in your browser on desktop or mobile. You upload your footage, make your edits on the timeline, and download the finished MP4. Nothing is installed on your device.
What Instagram video formats does EchoWave export?
EchoWave exports MP4 (H.264), the format Instagram recommends for uploads. The free plan exports in HD. The paid plan adds 4K resolution. If you need WebM or GIF, those are available through the EchoWave convert tools.
How long can an Instagram Reel be?
Instagram allows Reels between 15 and 90 seconds. Stories are limited to 60 seconds per segment. Feed posts can run from a few seconds up to 10 minutes for standard accounts. EchoWave has no internal length cap, so you can edit the clip to exactly the right duration before export.
Can I add music to an Instagram video without copyright issues?
EchoWave lets you upload your own music or audio file and mix it with your video. For royalty-free tracks, you will need to source those files separately since EchoWave does not include a built-in music library. For spoken-word or AI voice narration, EchoWave's 63-voice text-to-speech tool is fully usable without copyright concerns.
What is the difference between EchoWave's Instagram Video Editor and the Reels Maker?
The Instagram Video Editor is a full timeline editing tool for trimming, captioning, mixing audio, adding text and overlays, and resizing footage for any Instagram format. The Reels Maker focuses on quick creation, starting from a template or a short clip and outputting a Reel fast. For complex, multi-clip projects use the editor. For quick single-clip Reels, the maker is the faster path.
Can I remove the watermark on exported Instagram videos?
The free plan adds a small EchoWave watermark to exported videos. Upgrading to a paid plan removes the watermark and also unlocks 4K export and longer project lengths. Paid plans are available monthly or annually from EchoWave's pricing page.
Does EchoWave work for Instagram Stories as well as Reels?
Yes. The 9:16 canvas preset covers both Reels and Stories. You can edit separate clips for each format in the same project, trimming Stories to under 60 seconds and Reels to 15 to 90 seconds. The same captions, music, and text overlays apply to both.
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No credit card required. The free plan includes a small EchoWave watermark.
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