Download for Mac
Find your best clips, create ads and bring your ideas to life with Rufus.
- Rufus.dmgAlways the latest version
- macOS 14+Sonoma or later
- Apple SiliconM1 or newer
- SHA-256Verify file
From download to your first clip.
Initial setup prepares the tools Rufus uses.
Download the Mac version
Clicking Download starts the Rufus.dmg download right away. Open the file and drag the app into your Applications folder.
Open Rufus
The app is not yet notarized by Apple. On first launch, macOS may ask for confirmation in System Settings → Privacy & Security.
Prepare your tools
The app's assistant checks dependencies and guides installation. Download the transcription model once and choose how to use AI.
To edit Shorts
- macOS 14 or later
- ffmpeg with subtitle support
- Whisper and a local transcription model
- yt-dlp to import YouTube links
To go further
- Claude Code, Codex or OpenRouter for analysis
- Node.js and HyperFrames for animations
- Claude Code or Codex for agent-created ads
- Connected accounts to publish on social media
You start on the Free plan. Ads, animations and publishing are part of Pro. See plans
External AI and cloud rendering services may require their own subscriptions or credits. Local transcription and rendering use your Mac's resources.