Affinity free on iPad: scope, requirements and changes underway

Affinity's apps for iPad—Affinity Photo 2, Affinity Designer 2, and Affinity Publisher 2—can Download and use free of chargewith full access to their professional tools.

The initiative is available for devices with iPad OS 15.0 or higher And it also applies to Spain and the rest of Europe, offering creatives and students an advanced working environment on the iPad without having to pay.

What's included in the offer

All three apps maintain all your professional tools: Photo editing (Photo 2), illustration and vectors (Designer 2) and advanced layout (Publisher 2)It's not a cut-down version or a demo.

Affinity indicates that There are no in-app paymentsTherefore, it is possible to tackle complex projects and advanced exports without functional limitations tied to the license.

Availability and requirements

For now, it's free It is limited to the iPad versions.There are no confirmed changes compared to the desktop editions for macOS and Windows.

To take advantage of the promotion, all you need is a compatible iPad and an updated system; No additional subscription is required nor payment methods to use the features.

Signs of change in the model

Meanwhile, Serif —the developer of Affinity— has removed downloads of the desktop versions from its official website, a gesture that points to a possible adjustment of its commercial strategy.

The company has made a significant announcement for the October 30 from 2025, so we can expect news about the roadmap and availability from that date.

Educational support

The offer coexists with Affinity's educational program, which provides free access for educational centers primary and secondary school students who meet the eligibility criteria.

Thanks to this support, schools in Spain and other European countries can integrate design and photography tools without license costs, enhancing the creativity and learning with professional software.

How to start

The process is simple: install the apps on your iPad, open your projects, and start creating; advanced features—layers, filters, typography, and exporting—are available. no in-app purchases.

Check the storage and hardware of your device to move large files smoothly; the experience is enhanced on iPad with iPadOS 15 or later and recent generations.

FAQs

We resolve common doubts to make the most of the promotion.

• Is it available in Spain and the EU? Yes, the promotion extends to European markets.
• Is a subscription required? No, iPad apps can be used with all their functions without in-app purchases.
• Does it include desktop versions? No; currently, desktop downloads have been removed from the official website.
• Is there a key date? Yes, an announcement is planned for October 30, 2025.

The initiative positions the iPad as the entry point full functionality to the Affinity ecosystem, awaiting the announcement scheduled for October 30th and with the reinforcement of the educational program for schools.