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Paint.NETPhotoPad
Free

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

 Freemium

Free download, with a paid Pro version for more features.

Windows Windows, Android
  • Layers, unlimited undo, special effects and a tool set that covers most everyday editing
  • Free for commercial and business use, not just personal use
  • Covers basic edits, retouching and effects in one program
  • Collage, cartoon and oil painting effects built in
  • Windows only and closed source
  • The Microsoft Store copy costs money; the free copy is the one from the website
  • Some features need the paid Pro version
  • Website copy is heavy on marketing claims
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 Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 20, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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