Affinity, now Affinity by Canva has unified its three separate applications (Designer, Photo, and Publisher) into a single app and made it permanently free.

🔑 Key Details

🎨 Unified Application

Instead of three separate applications, Affinity now offers one unified app that consolidates:

Vector design tools (formerly Designer)
Photo editing tools (formerly Photo)
Layout and publishing tools (formerly Publisher)

💰 Pricing Structure

Core App: Completely free with no feature restrictions, no trial periods, or hidden costs
AI Features: Available exclusively to Canva Pro subscribers ($14.99/month or $119.99/year)

🤖 AI Capabilities (Canva Pro Required)

Users with Canva Pro accounts can access Canva AI tools directly within Affinity through the Canva AI Studio:

Generative Fill
Expand & Edit
Remove Background
Additional Canva AI features

💻 Platform Availability

Mac & Windows: Available immediately
iPad: Scheduled for release in 2026

🔐 Account Requirements

A free Canva account is required to download and use the application.

📚 Background

Canva acquired Affinity in March 2024 for $380 million
In early October 2025, Affinity stopped selling all existing software versions
This announcement represents a shift from Affinity's previous paid perpetual license model