Private by design
The editor runs on your device. Photos are never uploaded, there is no tracking, and your recent work is saved only in your own browser.
Free photo editor · runs in your browser
Edit like it’s film. Keep your photos to yourself.
Grainhouse gives you layers, film looks, darkroom tools and step-by-step recipes, without the clutter. No ads, no sign-up, and nothing you open is ever uploaded.
- No ads, ever
- No account needed
- Photos stay on your device
- Works offline once installed
Everything a good edit needs, laid out like a contact sheet
Grainhouse borrows its ideas from the darkroom: looks that behave like film, tools printers used for a century, and a quiet workspace that stays out of the way.
Film looks in one click
Warm film, Faded, Mono and more. Hover to preview on your picture, click to keep. Every look stays editable, with a strength slider.
Recipes that teach
Fix a dark photo, make a profile picture, remove a small spot. Step-by-step guides open the right tool with sensible settings.
Edits you can change later
Brightness, color, blur and looks sit on adjustment layers. Tweak them any time, or paint where they apply.
Real darkroom tools
Dodge and burn to lighten faces and deepen skies. Clone stamp to hide blemishes and dust. Brushes, shapes, text and crop.
Install it, use it anywhere
Add Grainhouse to your computer or phone like an app. It keeps working on a train, a plane or a bad connection.
Different from the usual free editor
Most free online editors pay for themselves with ads or uploads. Most powerful ones need a subscription. Grainhouse does neither.
| What you get | Grainhouse | Typical free online editor | Typical subscription editor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ads while you edit | None | Often | None |
| Account to start | Not needed | Sometimes | Required |
| Where photos go | Stay on your device | Often uploaded | Often synced to a cloud |
| Help for beginners | Guided recipes | Rarely | Tutorials elsewhere |
| Price | Free, or Pro once | Free with ads | Monthly fee |
Free to use. Pay once if you want more.
The full editor is free for everyone. Pro is a one-time purchase that adds extra looks and export options, with no subscription.
Free
€0 forever
- The whole editor: layers, adjustment layers, brushes, text, shapes, crop
- Darkroom tools: dodge and burn, clone stamp
- Four film looks and all the guided recipes
- PNG and JPEG export at full size
- Your 3 most recent edits saved on your device
Pro
€19 €29 one-time · launch price
- Everything in Free
- Four more film looks: Golden hour, Cool night, Cross-process, Noir
- Keep 50 recent edits on your device
- Export your way: WebP, any size, your choice of quality
- A year of new Pro features, and your copy works forever
Questions
Is Grainhouse really free?
Yes. The full editor is free, with no ads and no time limit. Pro is optional and adds extra looks, more saved edits and more export choices.
Where are my photos stored?
Only on your device. Grainhouse runs in your browser and never uploads your pictures. Your recent edits are saved in your browser’s own storage, and you can clear them from the start screen.
Does it work offline?
Yes. After your first visit, install Grainhouse from your browser’s menu (“Install app” or “Add to Home Screen”) and it opens without a connection.
Which devices and browsers does it support?
Recent versions of Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iPhone and iPad. A computer or tablet is most comfortable; phones work too.
How does Pro work on more than one device?
After you buy, you get a license key by email. Paste it into Grainhouse on each device or browser you use. There is nothing to sign in to.
Can I get a refund?
Yes. If Pro isn’t right for you, email hello@grainhouseapp.com within 14 days of buying for a full refund.
Your next favourite photo is one look away
Open the editor, drop in a picture, and try a film look. It takes about ten seconds.