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About Photopea
Photopea is a free online image editor that closely mirrors the Photoshop interface and opens PSD files, along with XCF, Sketch, XD and many other formats. It supports layers, masks, smart objects, filters and vector shapes, and it runs entirely in the browser without an install, processing files on your own device. The free version is supported by ads, and an inexpensive premium account removes them and adds more history steps. It is a popular choice for people who occasionally need to edit PSD files without paying for a full Creative Cloud subscription.
Best for: Occasional photo editing and opening PSD files without Photoshop.
Pros and cons
What works
- Free and runs in the browser
- Opens PSD and many other formats
- Familiar Photoshop-style interface
Why people leave
- Ads in the free version
- Large files can be slow in the browser
Top Photopea alternatives
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Penpot61.8Open-source vector design for interface and layout work.
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Adobe Express61.3Quick actions and generative AI for common image edits.
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Canva59.5Template-driven design for quick graphics without layer editing.
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Pixlr40.0Layered browser editor with cheap ad-free plans.
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BeFunky40.0Simpler online editor with collages and templates.
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Photopea: common questions
Is Photopea free?
Photopea has a free plan and paid plans.
Is Photopea open source?
No, Photopea is not open source. Open-source alternatives include Penpot and GIMP.
What platforms does Photopea run on?
Photopea is available for Web.
What are the best alternatives to Photopea?
The highest-ranked Photopea alternatives right now are Penpot, Adobe Express and Canva. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.