Affinity: Illustration, Photo & Layout App
- This combines the previous three separate Affinity apps (illustration, photo editing, and layout) into one software package.
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* Affinity was acquired by Canva in 2024.
* canva has relaunched Affinity as “Affinity by Canva”. This combines the previous three separate Affinity apps (illustration, photo editing, and layout) into one software package.
* It’s now free (freemium). Contrary to initial fears, Canva didn’t switch Affinity to a subscription model.
* Availability: It’s currently available as a desktop app for macOS and Windows. An iPadOS version is planned.
* Functionality: The core functionality remains similar to the original Serif apps, with tools accessible through Vector, Pixel, and layout tabs. Users can also customize toolbars.
* Canva Integration: A free Canva account is required to use Affinity by Canva, and it integrates with canva’s other tools.