Best Self-Hosted Image Editing in 2026

Open-source tools for editing raster and vector images, digital painting, pixel art, and photo manipulation.

The top-rated pick is miniPaint with 3,336 GitHub stars.

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miniPaint

Online image editor with layers, filters, and effects that runs entirely in the browser. An open source Photoshop alternative with no ads or account required.

Alternative to:

Adobe Photoshop

Why self-host?

Self-hosting puts you in control. You own your data, avoid vendor lock-in, and eliminate recurring subscription costs. For teams handling sensitive data or operating under strict compliance requirements, running your own infrastructure is often the only viable option.