BilloXD Downgrader | After Effects Project Converter

Downgrade your Adobe After Effects project files (.aep) to older versions easily. Fast, secure, and entirely client-side conversion.

Convert project

Supports AE 2026 to CS6, (.aep, .ffx, and .aet files)

Your files never upload to a server. Perfect for client work, NDAs, and offline editing — fast and fully private.

Upload your project: Drop or browse for your .aep, .ffx, or .aet file. We support all AE versions.
Select target version: Pick any older After Effects version from AE 2026 all the way back to CS6.
Download the file: Get your downgraded project instantly and open it in your desired AE version.

AE 2026, AE 2025, AE 2024, AE 2022, AE 2020, CC 2019, CC 2017, CS6, plus all versions in between.

"Finally a downgrader that doesn't send my client projects to the cloud. Local processing is a game changer for freelance work." - Marcus K.
"Had a 2024 project that wouldn't open on a studio machine running CC 2019. BilloXD fixed it in under a second. Absolute lifesaver." - Sarah R.
"Batch mode saved me hours on a legacy archive project. Free, fast, and no plugins — exactly what the AE community needed." - James T.

Is my data uploaded anywhere? No. All processing happens locally in your browser.
What files do you support? We support After Effects project files (.aep), templates (.aet), and animation presets (.ffx).
What is the cost? BilloXD Downgrader is 100% free with no hidden fees or subscriptions.
Will my project lose recently added features? Effects and features exclusive to newer AE versions may not carry over.
How long does conversion take? Nearly instant. Typically takes less than a second.
Is my original file modified? Never. We generate a new downgraded copy for download.