☆ FREE TRIAL - HATCH EMBROIDERY 4
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FREE for 30 days.
Download and start creating embroidery designs today. Your 30-day trial includes every tool in Hatch Embroidery 4, from basic customizing right up to professional digitizing.
Windows 11 only trial · 2 GB download
Paid licenses compatible with Virtual Machines and Macs
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Everything you need to create
From turning a photo into a design, to personalising gifts with names and monograms.
Hatch Embroidery gives you creative superpowers without the learning curve.
Switch freely between Organizer, Personalizer, Composer, and Digitizer to explore the full range of Hatch Embroidery 4 capabilities.
Experience all the latest innovations - Multi Blend, Advanced Appliqué, Continue Digitizing, the AI Answers Docker, and much more.
The new AI Answers Docker provides instant in-app guidance while you work - like having a teacher right beside you. Perfect for first-time users.
Browse and use the extensive library of included designs, new motif sets, professional fonts, and hoop templates from day one.
Compatible with almost any modern embroidery machine. Includes wireless Wi-Fi for supported Brother machines.
Access the Hatch Embroidery online community, online user guide, FAQs, and customer support throughout your trial - you're never on your own.
Up and running in minutes
Getting started with your free trial is quick and straightforward - no technical knowledge required.
Download
Click the download button and save the installer file to your Windows PC. The file is approximately 2 GB.
Install
Run the installer and follow the on-screen steps. You'll be prompted to create a free Hatch account if you don't have one.
Explore
Open Hatch Embroidery 4 and start exploring all four product levels. Try every feature - there are no limitations during your trial.
Purchase when ready
When you've found the level that suits you, purchase your Hatch license . Your designs and settings carry over seamlessly.
Find your perfect level
Your trial includes all four versions of Hatch Embroidery 4. Explore each one to find the level that best suits your creative needs - then purchase when you're ready.
- Organizer
- Personalizer
- Composer
- MOST POPULAR
Digitizer
Organizer
Manage, customize, and output
Perfect for embroiderers who want to organize their design collection, customize purchased designs, and send them to their machine - all with minimal fuss.
A selection of our favorite features.
- Organize and manage your design library
- Resize and recolor existing designs
- Duplicate, mirror, and rotate existing designs
- Optimize color changes and convert to most machine formats
- Simulate stitch-out with Stitch Player
30 day free trial
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One download gives you access to all four levels. Download the trial and switch to Organizer at any time during your 30 days.
Personalizer
Add lettering and monograms
Everything in Organizer, plus powerful lettering and monogramming tools to personalize gifts, garments, and keepsakes with professional results.
A selection of our favorite features.
- Everything in Organizer
- 66 professionally digitized embroidery fonts
- TrueType and OpenType font support
- Create and customize monograms using professional templates
- Laydown Stitch for textured and toweling fabrics
- Lettering baselines, art, and alignment options
30 day free trial
Try Personalizer now
One download gives you access to all four levels. Download the trial and switch to Personalizer at any time during your 30 days.
Composer
Edit, auto-digitize, and create
Everything in Personalizer, plus advanced editing, auto-digitizing, and multi-hooping tools for embroiderers who want to create their own designs with ease.
A selection of our favorite features.
- Everything in Personalizer
- 78 professionally digitized fonts
- Auto-digitize photos and artwork into embroidery in seconds
- World-class lettering and monogramming tools
- Powerful object editing and layout tools
- Multi-hooping for large designs in just 1 click
- Keyboard Design Collections for fast design placement
- Vector file support via CorelDRAW integration
30 day free trial
Try Composer now
One download gives you access to all four levels. Download the trial and switch to Composer at any time during your 30 days.
Digitizer
World-class manual digitizing
The complete package - everything in Composer, plus the world's most capable manual digitizing tools for embroiderers who demand the very best results.
A selection of our favorite features.
- Everything in Composer
- 130 professionally digitized fonts
- Manual digitizing - create designs from scratch with full stitch control
- Continue Digitizing - add to existing objects without starting over
- Multi Blend - smooth color gradients across any design object
- Advanced Appliqué ready for your cutting machine
- Color PhotoStitch - turn photos into stunning embroidery
- Hand Stitch, Weld, and advanced stitch effects
- Map Keyboard Design Collections
30 day free trial
Try Digitizer now
One download gives you access to all four levels. Download the trial and switch to Digitizer at any time during your 30 days.
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Questions?
answered.
Start here if you need help:
- Browse the FAQs on this page
- Visit the Hatch Help Center
- Explore the Online User Guide
- Submit a support ticket
Our support team typically replies within one business day.
Is the free trial really free? Do I need a credit card?
Yes, completely free, no credit card required. Simply download, install, and use Hatch Embroidery 4 for 30 days at no charge. There are no hidden fees and you will never be automatically charged.
What’s the difference between the trial and the full version?
The trial version is identical to the full version in every way - you get access to all four product levels with no feature restrictions. The only difference is that it expires after 30 days, after which you can purchase the level you want to continue using.
What happens when my trial expires?
When your 30-day trial ends, you’ll be prompted to purchase a license to continue using the software. Any designs you created during the trial are saved on your computer and carry over when you purchase - you won’t lose any of your work.
Which Windows version do I need?
The free trial is only available on Windows 11 (64-bit). If you own a Mac, a paid license can be used on macOS with some additional setup - find out more here.
Can I use the trial with my embroidery machine?
Yes. During your trial you can send designs to your machine exactly as you would with the full version - including the new wireless Wi-Fi connection for supported Brother machines. There are no limitations on machine connectivity or file export during the trial period.
I’m new to embroidery software. Is Hatch 4 easy to learn?
Hatch Embroidery 4 is designed to be approachable for beginners while remaining powerful for professionals. The new Answers Docker provides instant in-app guidance as you work, and there is an extensive tutorial library, user guide, and community forum to support you throughout your journey. During your free trial you also get access to 200 Hatch Academy lessons to help you get started quickly. When you purchase any Hatch license, you unlock the complete Hatch Academy.
Is Hatch Academy included?
Hatch Academy (valued at US$999) is included free for all Hatch Embroidery owners. Once you purchase your license, you receive lifetime access to Hatch Academy at no extra cost.
Recommended Computer Specifications
Hatch Embroidery 4 runs on Windows 11 (64-bit) only. Please check your computer meets at least the minimum requirements before downloading.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 64-bit (latest updates) | Windows 11 64-bit (latest updates) |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) or AMD Ryzen 5 5000 Series | Intel Core Ultra 7/9 or AMD Ryzen 7/9 9000 Series |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 32 GB or more (DDR5 recommended) |
| Graphics card | Integrated graphics (2 GB VRAM minimum) | Dedicated GPU with 4 GB or more (e.g. NVIDIA RTX 4060 / AMD Radeon RX 7700 XT) |
| Storage | 256 GB SSD, 40 GB free disk space | 1 TB NVMe SSD, 100 GB or more free |
| Monitor | 1920 × 1080 (Full HD), 32-bit colour | Dual monitors at 2560 × 1440 or higher |
| Browser | Microsoft Edge (latest version) | Microsoft Edge (latest version) |
| Internet | Required for activation, registration, updates, and saving designs | Broadband connection recommended |
| USB port | Required for EmbroideryConnect WiFi Device | Required for EmbroideryConnect WiFi Device |
| Sound | Required for online video help and Hatch Academy | Required for online video help and Hatch Academy |
Not sure if your device is compatible?
Ready to start creating ?
Download and start creating embroidery designs today. Your 30-day trial includes every tool in Hatch Embroidery 4, from basic customizing right up to professional digitizing.
Windows 11 only trial · 2 GB download
Paid licenses compatible with Virtual Machines and Macs