Inkscape

Open source

An open-source vector graphics editor for creating and editing scalable illustrations in SVG.

by Inkscape ProjectOfficial site ↗Source code ↗

Pricing: free
Free tier: true
License: open-source
Open source: Yes

Editorial review

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Identity · Taxonomy

Documentation(HTTPS URL): https://inkscape.org/learn/Verification pending
Tags(open-source;cloud-native): vector, svg, open source, illustrationVerification pending

Platform · Deployment

Delivery model(SaaS;self-hosted;desktop;mobile;embedded;managed-cloud;appliance): desktopVerification pending
Desktop apps(Windows;macOS;Linux): Windows, macOS, LinuxVerification pending

Pricing · Licensing

Free plan(true/false): trueVerification pending
License model(proprietary;open-source;source-available;dual-license): open-sourceVerification pending
Pricing model(free;subscription;usage;seat;asset;transaction;revenue-share;perpetual;custom): freeVerification pending
Source repository(HTTPS URL): https://gitlab.com/inkscape/inkscapeVerification pending
SPDX license IDs(Apache-2.0;MIT): GPL-2.0-or-laterVerification pending

Features · Product · Fit

Core capabilities(authoring;automation;analytics): Professional vector graphics editing, Bezier and spiro curves, File format compatibilityVerification pending

Support · Docs · Services

Support channels(email;ticket;chat;phone;community): communityVerification pending

Audience · Use · Case

Best for(Neutral editorial summary): Inkscape is a free, open-source vector editor for Linux, macOS, and Windows built around the W3C SVG standard, used for illustrations, icons, logos, diagrams, and web graphics.Verification pending
Primary use cases(build;monitor;automate): Illustrations, Icons, Logos, Diagrams and web graphicsVerification pending
Skill level(beginner;intermediate;advanced;specialist): intermediateVerification pending

Lifecycle · Versioning

Current version(1.12.3): 1.4.4Verification pending
Maintenance status(active;maintenance;deprecated;EOL;archived): activeVerification pending

Vendor · Maintainer

Founded year(2012): 2003Verification pending
Vendor type(commercial;foundation;community;government;consortium;individual): communityVerification pending

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