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The professional creative suite Affinity 2 (Photo, Designer, and Publisher) is now COMPLETELY FREE for individual users on Windows and macOS following their acquisition by Canva.
This isnt a limited trial or a stripped-back version – it is the full, award-winning professional software that previously cost around £160. Once youve claimed it, its yours to keep with no monthly subscription fees.
Whats Included
Affinity Photo: Professional photo editing and raster painting.
Affinity Designer: Industry-leading vector graphic design.
Affinity Publisher: Next-generation professional layout and page design software.
How to Claim Your Free License:
Visit the Download Page: Go to the official portal here: affinity.studio
Sign In/Up: You will need to log in with a Canva account. If you dont have one, its free to create.
Choose Your Platform: Select the download for Windows or macOS.
Activate: Once installed, sign in with your Canva credentials to activate your permanent, free license.
iPad Users: If you want these for iPad, you can find them here: Affinity Photo 2, Designer 2, and Publisher 2. (Check the in-app purchase status for free activation). Important Info for Users:
Offline Use: Once you have signed in with your Canva account to activate the software, you can use the apps completely offline. You do not need a constant internet connection to work on your projects.
No Subscription: This is a perpetual free license for individuals. You wont be asked to pay a monthly fee later to keep using the core professional tools.
System Requirements:
Windows: 10 or 11 (64-bit)
macOS: Catalina 10.15 or later (M1/M2/M3 Silicon & Intel supported)
Why is it free
Serif has joined Canva to make professional design tools accessible to everyone. While the core apps are now free, they offer optional paid AI features via Canva Pro. This is a massive win for the creative community
