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Paint.NETPhotoLine
Free

The Classic release from getpaint.net is free for personal, academic, commercial…

 Paid

Commercial software sold through the developer's site, with a download available.

Windows Windows, macOS
  • Layers, unlimited undo, special effects and a tool set that covers most everyday editing
  • Free for commercial and business use, not just personal use
  • Photo, vector and layout tools in a single program
  • CMYK, Lab and ICC color management with up to 32 bits per channel
  • Windows only and closed source
  • The Microsoft Store copy costs money; the free copy is the one from the website
  • No Linux version
  • Wide feature set takes time to learn
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Works offline

Checked September 20, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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