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Best Free Alternatives to Canva in 2026 for Image Editing

Canva's free tier has limitations. Here are powerful alternatives that offer more features for free.

Canva limitations

  • Background removal requires Canva Pro ($12.99/month).
  • Resize to custom dimensions requires Pro.
  • Limited export options on free tier.
  • Requires account creation.

Best free alternatives

ToolBest forPrice
PhotoResizer.inResizing, compression, background changeFree
PhotopeaFull Photoshop-like editingFree (ads)
PixlrQuick photo editingFree tier
Remove.bgBackground removal onlyFree (limited)

PhotoResizer.in is the best alternative for resizing and document photo preparation — all features are free without account creation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best free alternative to Canva for resizing?

PhotoResizer.in offers unlimited free image resizing with exact KB targeting, which Canva only offers in its Pro plan.

Ready to resize your photo?

Use our Image Resizer to hit exact KB and pixel targets, or try the Background Color Changer for a perfect white backdrop.