Free Photoshop Alternative
That Runs in Your Browser
PhotoCraft covers the most-used Photoshop workflows — layers, masks, PSD files, filters, text, and manual adjustments — in a free browser-based editor. No subscription, no install.
PhotoCraft vs Photoshop
An honest feature comparison. PhotoCraft does not match every Photoshop feature, and that is noted clearly below.
| Feature | PhotoCraft | Photoshop | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layers & blend modes | ✓ | ✓ | |
| PSD open & export | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Adjustment layers | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Layer masks | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Text layers | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Vector shapes | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Hosted AI tools | Unavailable | See vendor | Not connected on this site |
| Works in browser | ✓ | — | Photoshop requires desktop install |
| Local file processing | ✓ | ✓ | PhotoCraft: no upload. Photoshop: local app. |
| Price to start | Free | $22.99/mo | |
| Open source | ✓ | — | |
| Smart objects | Partial | ✓ | Verify your own documents and exports |
| 3D layers | — | ✓ | |
| Camera RAW | — | ✓ | RAW processing not yet supported |
Questions
- Can PhotoCraft really replace Photoshop for everyday editing?
- For photo retouching, compositing, and graphic design work, yes — the layer stack, masks, and filters cover the most common workflows. Specialised features like Camera RAW processing, 3D layers, and advanced video editing are not available in PhotoCraft.
- Will my Photoshop PSD files open correctly?
- Many PSD layer types are supported, but complex documents can render differently. Open a copy, compare the result and verify the exported file.
- Is PhotoCraft suitable for professional work?
- It depends on the workflow. Print pre-press, camera RAW, and colour-managed output still favour Photoshop. Web design, photo retouching, compositing, and most social media work are fully covered.
- What happens if I need a feature that is not available?
- PhotoCraft is open source. Missing features can be requested via GitHub issues, and the community or core team may implement them. There is no vendor lock-in — your files are standard PSD, PNG, and JPG.
Start editing — no credit card needed
Open the editor and drag in a photo or PSD file. Nothing to install, nothing to sign up for.
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