CyberLink

CyberLink is a software company that sells a suite of creative tools, most notably PowerDirector for video editing and PhotoDirector for photo editing. Both applications now come with AI features that let you describe changes in plain language — like "remove the background" or "replace the sky" — and the software generates results in seconds. The suite also includes PowerDVD for media playback and Director Suite 365, which bundles video, photo, audio, and color grading into one package. There is also an online editor called MyEdit that offers free generative AI tools for quick edits without installing anything.

The AI tools in PowerDirector and PhotoDirector are what make CyberLink stand out. You can type a prompt and the software will generate a sky replacement, remove objects, or apply style transfers automatically. The motion tracking and keyframe controls in PowerDirector give you fine-grained editing power, while PhotoDirector's AI portrait tools can retouch faces and adjust lighting. The 2026 versions emphasize faster performance and more intelligent assistants that suggest edits based on your current project. The interface is straightforward—good for beginners but deep enough for semi-professionals.

This suite is best for content creators, YouTubers, and photographers who want AI shortcuts without learning complex software. If you edit videos for Instagram or YouTube, PowerDirector can handle timeline-based editing, effects, and transitions. For photo retouching, PhotoDirector's AI cutouts and generative fill save time. CyberLink also targets home users with PowerDVD for playing Blu-rays and organizing media libraries. The affiliate program lets partners earn commissions by promoting the software.