Affinity
Affinity can be used for free; some features are only in the paid edition.
Affinity is a creative software package developed by Canva for graphic design and photo editing. It combines vector drawing, raster image manipulation, and page layout capabilities within an integrated production environment.
affinity-update.serif.com · Official website
- ✓ Official source (winget)
- ✓ SHA256 taken from the official repository
- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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- Version
- 3.3.3.5004
- Release date
- Nov. 2, 2026
- License
- Proprietary
- Installer type
- msix
How do I use this?
Type Terminal in the Start menu and open it, paste the command (Ctrl+V or right-click) and press Enter. It uses winget, Windows' own package manager, to install the program from its official source.
winget install --id Canva.Affinity -eSHA256 (file verification)
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- ✓ Official source (Homebrew)
- ✓ SHA256 taken from the official repository
- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
- This is not a virus scan. Check on VirusTotal
- Version
- 3.3.3,5004
- License
- Proprietary
- Installer type
- zip
How do I use this?
This command needs Homebrew; if you don't have it, first run the install command from brew.sh. Then open Terminal (Applications > Utilities > Terminal), paste the command and press Enter.
brew install --cask affinitySHA256 (file verification)
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Platform pages: Windows · macOS · Linux · Android
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Highlights
- Precision vector illustration and pen tools
- Comprehensive photo retouching and layer management
- Desktop publishing and layout composition controls
- Broad import and export support for industry-standard graphic formats
Who is it for?
Graphic designers, digital illustrators, and photographers working on visual branding, marketing materials, and photo post-processing.
Good to know before installing
- Not natively available for Linux distributions.
- Access to full professional features requires paid license tiers under its freemium model.
- Steep learning curve for users without prior vector or layer-based design experience.
How to install
Windows
- Use the official download button on our site, or run 'winget install --id Canva.Affinity -e' in Command Prompt or PowerShell.
- Run the downloaded installer file.
- Follow the on-screen setup prompts to complete the installation.
macOS
- Click the official download button on this page, or run 'brew install --cask affinity' in Terminal.
- Open the downloaded .dmg file and drag the application to your Applications folder.
- Launch the program from Applications and complete the initial setup.
Alternatives
Frequently asked questions
Is Affinity completely free?
Affinity operates on a freemium model, offering core features with certain capabilities requiring a paid purchase.
Which operating systems are supported?
Affinity is officially available on macOS and Windows.
Can Affinity open Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator files?
Yes, it provides broad compatibility for importing common industry file formats, including PSD and vector formats.