Powtoon

Supported by TRU	No
Cost	Free and paid plans are available
Privacy	Privacy review has not been conducted
Bandwidth	High
Equipment	Internet connection; microphone optional

What is Powtoon?

Powtoon is primarily a cloud-based software application that can be used to create animated presentations and explainer videos.

What Can You Use it For?

Features

Powtoon offers a range of graphics and different templates that can be used to create animated and lively videos. Features include:

Animated Videos

Video maker includes stock images, clips, and sound. Create annotated videos by editing templates, scenes, and animated assets.

Whiteboard Doodling

Create animated whiteboard videos with custom characters, objects, and scenes.

Screen Capture

Record your screen, webcam, and microphone.

Presentations

Create dynamic presentations with custom scenes, text effects, and animations.

Characters

Create custom characters to add a personal touch to your presentation or video.

Collaborate

Manage your shared library with your team and share your finished product with a number of publishing options.

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Benefits

Editing features include adjusting the length of clips, sound effects, voice-overs, and animated props
Different styles of videos, such as whiteboard or animated, allow for a great variety in the types of videos you can create.
Include characters in your presentation to add a personal touch

Limitations

Much of the content is locked behind a paid subscription
Limited publishing options on the free plan

How Can You Access it?

Visit Powtoon’s website and select “Start Now” to create an account or link an existing Google, LinkedIn, Facebook or Office365 account. Visit Pricing & Plans for information on features included in the paid subscription options.

How Do You Use it?

A large number of tutorials are available online.

Learn More

What Support is Available?

Support for Powtoon is not available through TRU. Visit the Powtoon Support Centre.