Pro Tip: To work around this for free, finish your song in one long session or export your MIDI/audio stems before closing so you can pull them into a new project later. 2. Free "Fruity" Edition via Hardware

Access to all features and plugins. You can compose, mix, and export your tracks to MP3, WAV, or FLAC.

Install the latest version (currently FL Studio 24/2024).

Products from brands like Novation (FLkey series) or Akai often include a license key in the box.

While there is no legal way to get a "full" version of FL Studio (formerly Fruity Loops) for free forever, Image-Line offers an incredibly generous that is functionally identical to the $499 All Plugins Edition. 1. The Official Free Trial (Infinite Time)

You cannot reopen saved projects. Once you close the program, you can’t open that specific .flp file again until you buy a license.

Cracks are notoriously prone to crashing during heavy CPU tasks (like exporting a final song).

If you are looking for a permanent license without the "Trial" restrictions, many entry-level MIDI controllers come bundled with or similar "Intro" versions for free.