Photopea
Free Photoshop-like image editor in the browser
Photopea is a free alternative to Adobe Photoshop.
Photopea is a free, browser-based image editor with Photoshop-like tools and full PSD support.
- for
- Designers, students, small businesses, and anyone needing online photo editing.
- pricing
- free
- license
- open source
Key features
- Fully Local Editing — All processing runs on the user’s device, so files never leave the browser.
- PSD and 40+ Formats — Open and save PSD files plus PNG, JPG, SVG, PDF, AI and many others.
- Advanced Editing Tools — Layers, masks, adjustment layers, smart objects, filters and vector graphics.
- RAW Support — Import and edit RAW files such as DNG, CR2, NEF with exposure and color controls.
- AI Background Removal — One-click AI to remove backgrounds or replace image parts via text prompts.
- Cross-Device Compatibility — Runs in any modern browser on any device, leveraging CPU/GPU for performance.
Use cases
- Create social media graphics quickly without installing software
- Edit product photos for an online store directly in the browser
- Work on PSD files for client projects using a free web tool
- Process RAW camera shots for personal photography projects
Photopea vs alternatives
 Photopea |  Adobe Photoshop |  GIMP |  Krita |  Adobe Lightroom | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Free Photoshop-like editor in the browser | Professional desktop image editing | Free open-source desktop editor | Digital painting and illustration | RAW photo management and editing |
| Pricing | Free | Subscription | Free | Free | Subscription |
| DevHunt upvotes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Launched | — | — | — | — | — |
- Photopea vs Adobe Photoshop: Adobe Photoshop is a paid desktop application with deeper feature set and ecosystem integration.
- Photopea vs GIMP: GIMP is a free, installable desktop editor; Photopea runs in the browser without installation.
- Photopea vs Krita: Krita focuses on digital painting, while Photopea emphasizes photo editing and PSD compatibility.
- Photopea vs Adobe Lightroom: Adobe Lightroom specializes in RAW workflow and cataloging; Photopea offers broader format editing in-browser.
Photopea FAQ
Do I need to install anything to use Photopea?+
No, Photopea runs entirely in the browser; just open the site and start editing.
Are my files uploaded to a server?+
No, all files are processed locally on your device and never leave the browser.
Can Photopea open Photoshop PSD files?+
Yes, it fully supports opening and saving PSD files.
Is there a cost for using advanced features?+
All premium features are available for free; there is no paid tier.
What image formats does Photopea support?+
It supports over 40 formats including PNG, JPG, SVG, PDF, AI, RAW types like DNG and CR2, and more.
Does Photopea offer AI tools?+
Yes, it includes AI background removal and text-based image replacement.
Summarized by DevHunt from photopea.com · Oct 7, 2026. Details may change; check the official site.
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