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Paint.NET

Free image and photo editor for Windows

Image and photo editing software for Windows with layers, effects and plugin support.

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Pricing: Free plan

Platforms: Windows

Categories: Images

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Paint.NET compared with similar tools

Product	Price	Open source	Self-host	Platforms
Paint.NET	Free plan	–	–	Windows
Acorn	Paid	–	–	Mac
Photopea	Free plan	–	–	Web
GIMP	Free	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux
ON1 Photo RAW	Paid	–	–	Mac, Windows, iOS, Android
Pinta	Free	Yes	–	Mac, Windows, Linux
IrfanView	Free plan	–	–	Windows

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Questions

Is Paint.NET free?

Paint.NET is free to start, with paid plans.

What platforms does Paint.NET run on?

Paint.NET is available for Windows.

What are some alternatives to Paint.NET?

Similar indie products include Acorn, Photopea, GIMP, ON1 Photo RAW and 4 more.

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