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Windows
Windows 10 / 11 · Intel & AMD 64-bit
MSI installer · x6461.6 MB
Get it for WindowsInstallation guide✳Your next creative starting point
PhotoCraft Download — Free Image Editor for Windows, macOS & Linux
Download PhotoCraft, the free, open-source image editor from ArtCraft. Find official download links for Windows, macOS and Linux, then get started with layers, masks and native PSD support.
WindowsmacOSLinuxNo subscription
Your layers come with you.Open, edit & save layered PSD files
Official screenshot · ArtCraft / The Great Wave, HokusaiOfficial screenshot
Free & open sourceNative PSD & PSB supportEdit offline, on your machineWindows, macOS & Linux
01 / Get PhotoCraft
PhotoCraft download links for your system.
Choose your operating system and architecture. Each direct download link below points to the original installer or release build on the official GitHub release page.
v0.7.0Early alpha
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macOS
Apple silicon & Intel · Universal app
Disk image · Universal80.2 MB
Get it for macOSInstallation guideOther builds & architectures
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Linux
Linux desktop · x86_64
AppImage · x86_6469.2 MB
Get it for LinuxInstallation guideRelease links checked: 2026-10-12. These PhotoCraft download links are pinned to version 0.7.0. Check the official release page for newer builds; file sizes are shown in MiB.
02 / Inside the editor
Familiar tools. A fresh start.
Layers, masks, type and color. A native workspace built around the way you create.
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Layers that keep your options open
Build with groups, masks, adjustment layers and smart objects. Keep your edits separate from the original image.
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Keep working with your PSDs
Open and save layered PSD and PSB documents. Test a copy of complex files before moving a whole workflow.
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A little more control over color
Shape the image with Curves, Levels and Vibrance. Work with ICC profiles and 8, 16 or 32-bit documents.
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Made for your desktop
Written in Rust, with a GPU canvas and local editing. Available for all three major desktop platforms.
Find your way around
01 — The toolbarSelect, crop, paint and add text from the left side.
02 — The canvasYour document lives in the center. Zoom in for details.
03 — The panelsManage layers and adjust properties on the right.
03 / Start creating
From download to first edit.
Use the official download for your system, then follow these three steps to install PhotoCraft and open your first image.
Download the installer
Use the Windows download link to get the x64 MSI installer for most Intel and AMD PCs. On a Snapdragon PC, choose the ARM64 release build under other architectures.
Get the official fileRun the setup
Double-click the .msi file and follow the setup prompts. Prefer no installation? Unzip the matching portable ZIP instead.
Open your first image
Launch PhotoCraft from the Start menu. Use File → Open to choose an image or a copy of your PSD document.
Good to know. If Windows shows a security warning, confirm the file came from storytold/photocraft and check its signature before continuing.
Your first five minutes
Try a small, reversible edit.
Open an image, duplicate its layer, then try a Curves adjustment. Save a new PSD to keep layers editable; export a PNG or JPEG to share.
Explore the docs04 / An honest comparison
PhotoCraft vs. Photoshop
A promising open-source alternative. Know what you get, and where it is still growing.
| What matters | PhotoCraftFREE & OPEN SOURCE | Adobe Photoshop |
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| Cost & license | Free · MIT or Apache-2.0 | Paid subscription · proprietary |
| Desktop platforms | Windows, macOS & Linux | Windows & macOS |
| Layered PSD files | Read & write · compatibility varies | Native format & full editing workflow |
| Layers, masks & adjustments | Supported · test your workflow | Established professional toolset |
| Generative AI | A current development gap | Generative Fill & Firefly features |
| Plug-in compatibility | Limited · Photoshop parity not complete | Established plug-in ecosystem |
| Best fit today | Exploring, learning & testing · early alpha | Production & professional daily work |
Based on the PhotoCraft v0.7.0 README and Adobe product information. The developers do not yet recommend PhotoCraft as a replacement for daily professional work.
05 / A few useful answers
Before you download.
A little context to help you choose your next image editor.
Visit the official projectIs PhotoCraft really free?
Yes. The app is open source under MIT or Apache-2.0, with no subscription. Bundled assets have their own licenses; check the project’s attribution file for details.
Can I open and save Photoshop PSD files?
PhotoCraft reads and writes layered PSD and PSB files. Complex documents can differ after re-saving, and files are not byte-identical. Keep your original and test a copy first.
Can it replace Photoshop for my daily work?
It is still early alpha. The team explicitly says it is not yet a replacement for daily professional Photoshop work. Try small projects first, especially if you rely on plug-ins, typography or generative tools.
Do I need an account or internet connection?
The standalone editor works locally and offline without an account. You need an internet connection to download the app and obtain updates.
Where can I download a newer PhotoCraft version?
Follow the latest official release link in the download section to check for a newer installer or release build. This guide lists version 0.7.0, so use that release page to confirm the version before downloading. ArtCraft also offers a launcher for installs and updates on the official PhotoCraft product page.
Is this the official PhotoCraft website?
This is an independent download and getting-started guide. PhotoCraft is made by ArtCraft. We link to the official storytold/photocraft releases and are not affiliated with ArtCraft or Adobe.
The next idea is yours
Make something your own.
Get PhotoCraft. Open an image. See where it takes you.