About ZeroPlugs

Real plugins. Zero dollars.

ZeroPlugs is a hand-picked directory of free alternatives to popular paid music production plugins. Each listing says how close the free option gets and, more importantly, what it's missing, so you know when it's worth saving up for the real thing.

Our rules

• Free means free. No trials, demos, time limits or "free with purchase".
• Official links only. Every download goes to the developer's own page, and we check that every link loads.
• We flag sign-ups. If a plugin needs a free account or an installer app, the listing says so.
• Sources listed. Format and OS info links to the page we checked.

Affiliate disclosure

ZeroPlugs is reader-supported. Some "Or get the real thing" links may become affiliate links. If you buy through one, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Affiliate status never decides which free alternatives we list or how we rank them. Plugin makers can pay for clearly labeled featured placements or newsletter sponsorships; those are always marked "Sponsored".

Right now, every "Or get the real thing" link goes straight to the developer's official site with no tracking code.

Contact

Use the submission form for new plugins and corrections, or Get featured for partnerships.