What does GIMP replace?

GIMP is a free alternative to Adobe Photoshop ($275.88/yr).

Yes. GIMP is licensed under GPL-3.0-or-later, an OSI-approved open-source license.

Does GIMP run on Linux?

Yes (Arch extra: gimp). Install with: sudo pacman -S gimp.

There's nothing to host: GIMP is a desktop app that runs on your own machine.

A free, open-source alternative to Adobe Photoshop. Switching saves $275.88/yr at list price.

Checked Oct 17, 2026 · How we check

Desktop app

Open source · GPL-3.0-or-later Linux Arch/AUR

GNOME/gimp6.5k★last push Oct 14, 2026checked Oct 17, 2026

Install

$ sudo pacman -S gimp

What does GIMP replace?: GIMP is a free alternative to Adobe Photoshop ($275.88/yr).
Is GIMP open source?: Yes. GIMP is licensed under GPL-3.0-or-later, an OSI-approved open-source license.
Does GIMP run on Linux?: Yes (Arch extra: gimp). Install with: sudo pacman -S gimp.
Can you self-host GIMP?: There's nothing to host: GIMP is a desktop app that runs on your own machine.