CapCut Not Syncing Projects Between Mobile and Desktop
Applies to
CapCut
Last updated
5 March 2026
Problem
Projects created in CapCut on your mobile device do not appear on the desktop version, or edits made on desktop do not show on your phone. Some users see empty project lists, outdated versions of projects, or missing edits when switching between devices.
This usually happens because projects were saved locally instead of to the CapCut cloud, the account is not logged in on both devices, or cloud synchronisation has not completed.
Solution
Ensure you are signed into the same CapCut account on both devices, save projects to the CapCut cloud, and allow time for syncing to complete.
Step-by-step instructions
Confirm you are logged into the same account
Open CapCut on your mobile device.
Check the profile or account section and confirm the email or login method used.
Next, open CapCut on desktop or in your browser at:
Log in using the same account.
If different accounts are used, projects will not sync.
Check cloud project storage
Only cloud projects sync across devices.
Open CapCut.
Look for a section labelled Cloud projects.
If your project is stored locally, it will not automatically appear on other devices.
Upload a project to the cloud
Open the project on your device.
Look for the option to upload or save the project to the cloud.
Once uploaded, it becomes accessible from other devices linked to the same account.
Refresh the project list
On the second device:
Open CapCut.
Navigate to the Projects or Cloud projects section.
Refresh the project list to force synchronisation.
Check internet connectivity
Cloud syncing requires an active internet connection.
Ensure both devices are connected to WiFi or mobile data while syncing.
Allow time for sync to complete
Large projects containing multiple video clips may take time to upload and appear on other devices.
Wait a few minutes and refresh the project list again.
Optional methods or tools
- Restart CapCut on both devices
- Log out and back into your CapCut account
- Upload project media files before syncing the project
- Use stable WiFi instead of mobile data for large projects
Best practices or tips
- Always enable cloud project saving when switching devices
- Avoid editing the same project simultaneously on multiple devices
- Maintain stable internet connectivity during syncing
- Keep CapCut updated across all devices
- Organise cloud projects clearly for easier access
When CapCut projects do not sync between mobile and desktop, the cause is usually that the project was saved locally rather than to the cloud. Only cloud projects are designed to appear across multiple devices.
By ensuring you are signed into the same account and uploading projects to the cloud through https://www.capcut.com, you can continue editing seamlessly between devices. Proper cloud management allows CapCut users to work efficiently across mobile and desktop platforms.
