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Official file from download.gimp.org — not modified or re-hosted by us.
Official file from download.gimp.org — not modified or re-hosted by us.
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GIMP 3.2.6.0 files
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Universal installer, current user only .exe Recommended
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About GIMP
GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program) is the best-known free and open-source photo editor, developed by volunteers since the 1990s. It handles retouching, image composition, digital painting and graphic design, and runs on Windows, macOS and Linux.
GIMP 3, released in 2025, modernised the program with a refreshed interface, better support for high-resolution screens and non-destructive filters that can be edited after they are applied. It opens and exports common formats including PSD, PNG, JPEG, WebP, TIFF and PDF.
Best for: Photo editing and design work without paying for a Photoshop subscription.
System requirements
- Windows:
- macOS: Apple Silicon, Intel
Features
What you can do with GIMP
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Layers, masks and channels
Professional editing tools including layer groups, masks, paths and selections.
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Non-destructive filters
In GIMP 3, many filters stay editable after you apply them.
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Retouching tools
Healing, clone, perspective clone, levels, curves and colour balance.
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Wide format support
Opens Photoshop PSD files and exports to PNG, JPEG, WebP, TIFF, PDF and more.
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Scripts and plug-ins
Automate tasks and add features with Python and Script-Fu.
Safety
Where these links come from
Versions and download addresses are read automatically from winget (Windows) and Homebrew (macOS), the public package catalogues used by millions of developers. We only show a link when it points to the developer’s own official domain, and we never host, repackage or bundle the files — your browser downloads them directly from the developer.
Check the file after downloading (optional)
Compare the SHA-256 checksum shown above with the one of the file you downloaded. If they match, the file is exactly the one published by the developer.
- Windows: open PowerShell in your Downloads folder and run
Get-FileHash .\filename - Mac: open Terminal and run
shasum -a 256 ~/Downloads/filename
Help
GIMP: frequently asked questions
Is this the official GIMP download?
Yes. The download buttons link directly to the developer’s own servers (download.gimp.org). DownloadFrom.net does not host, modify or bundle GIMP; we only list the official files and their SHA-256 checksums so you can verify them.
Which Windows file should I download?
There is one Windows download: the Universal installer, current user only (.exe).
Apple Silicon or Intel — which Mac file do I need?
Open the Apple menu → About This Mac. If it shows “Chip: Apple M…”, download the Apple Silicon version; if it shows “Processor: … Intel”, download the Intel version.
Is GIMP free?
Yes. GIMP is free and open source (GPL-3.0). There is no paid version, subscription or watermark.
Can GIMP open Photoshop files?
Yes, GIMP can open PSD files including layers, although some Photoshop-specific features (such as certain adjustment layers or smart objects) may not be preserved.
Is GIMP good for beginners?
It has a learning curve, but plenty of free tutorials exist. For simple edits on Windows, Paint.NET may feel easier to start with.
Alternatives
Alternatives to GIMP
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Paint.NET
Windows users who want a simple, free editor that does more than Microsoft Paint.
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Krita
Digital painters and illustrators who use a drawing tablet.
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darktable
Photographers who shoot raw and want a free Lightroom-style workflow.
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Inkscape
Designing logos, icons, posters, cutting-machine files and diagrams for free.
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Blender
Learning and producing 3D art, animation and visual effects without licence costs.
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ShareX
Anyone who takes lots of screenshots or quick screen recordings on Windows.