AfterCodecs is a plugin for After Effects, Premiere Pro and Media Encoder that adds direct export from the render queue, includes all four Vidvox HAP codecs, a YouTube upload preset, and advanced encoding controls.
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About Autokroma AfterCodecs
AfterCodecs by Autokroma provides an encoding solution that integrates with Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro and Media Encoder. It allows export directly from the After Effects render queue without using the command line or creating large temporary files, and it also functions inside Premiere Pro and Media Encoder. The plugin bundles all four Vidvox HAP codecs with faster algorithms and no resolution limits, and includes a YouTube Upload profile configured to match YouTube’s recommended settings. Users can select encoding efficiency from fast preview to low‑file‑size delivery, and advanced options cover file‑size targeting, 10‑bit color, full‑range levels, YUV 4:2:2 and 4:4:4, plus tuning profiles. AfterCodecs supports Adobe releases from 2014 through 2025 on macOS 11 (Big Sur) to 15 (Sequoia) for both Intel and Apple Silicon, and Windows 10 and 11. A single license may be used by the same person on up to two computers, provided they are not used simultaneously.
Features
- Exports directly from the After Effects render queue without the command line or large temporary files
- All four HAP codecs from Vidvox with faster algorithms and no resolution restrictions
- YouTube Upload profile set with one parameter, following YouTube’s upload recommendations
- Adjustable efficiency, from fast encoding for previews to low file sizes for final delivery
- Advanced controls: FileSize targeting, 10 bpc, Full Range, YUV 4:2:2 / 4:4:4 and Tuning profiles
- Improved quality on low-bitrate videos compared to before
Best for
After Effects, Premiere Pro and Media Encoder users who need built‑in codec control and want to export renders without command‑line tools.
Frequently asked questions
Which Adobe versions does AfterCodecs support?
AfterCodecs supports Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro and Media Encoder releases from 2014 through 2025, including specific versions such as After Effects 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, CC 2019, 2018, CC 2017, CC 2015.3, CC 2015 and CC 2014, with the same range applying to Premiere Pro and Media Encoder.
Does AfterCodecs run on macOS and Windows?
The plugin runs on macOS 11 (Big Sur) through macOS 15 (Sequoia) for both Intel and Apple Silicon hardware, and on Microsoft Windows 10 and 11.
How many computers does one AfterCodecs license cover?
One license may be installed on up to two computers for the same user, as long as the computers are not used at the same time.
Is AfterCodecs free?
The catalog lists AfterCodecs as free, but the licensing model requires a user‑specific license that can be activated on up to two machines, indicating that the free designation may be subject to change.
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