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PintaPaint.NET
Free

Free and open source under the MIT licence, with code from Paint.NET 3.36 used under the…

 Free

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

Windows, macOS, Linux Windows
  • The Paint.NET workflow on macOS, Linux and BSD as well as Windows
  • Unlimited undo with a history pane
  • Layers, unlimited undo, special effects and a tool set that covers most everyday editing
  • Free for commercial and business use, not just personal use
  • Nowhere near GIMP or Krita for serious editing
  • No plugin ecosystem comparable to Paint.NET's
  • Windows only and closed source
  • The Microsoft Store copy costs money; the free copy is the one from the website
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Closed source
License: MIT License not stated
No account needed No account needed
Works offline Works offline

Checked September 21, 2026

Checked September 20, 2026

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