.EXP is the safest "universal" free format for Bernina machines. All the free software listed above can export to .EXP .
BERNINA ArtLink 9 is a free embroidery software program designed specifically for Windows users (compatible with Windows 10/11). It is not a digitizing software, meaning it cannot create new designs from scratch, but it is an exceptionally capable editing tool that acts as a bridge between your computer and your embroidery machine. free bernina embroidery software