# Affinity Photo 2

Published January 1, 2026 · Updated August 10, 2026

Professional image editing software

Category: Design & Creative · Free · Version 2.6.5,3782 · [Official website](https://affinity.serif.com/en-us/photo/)

## Install with Homebrew

`brew install --cask affinity-photo`

## Features

- Easy installation via Homebrew
- Regular updates and maintenance
- Free to use
- Professional support available

## FAQ

### How do I install Affinity Photo 2 on Mac?

Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run `brew install --cask affinity-photo`. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run `affinity-photo` from Terminal.

### Is Affinity Photo 2 free?

Yes, Affinity Photo 2 is completely free to use. 

### How do I uninstall Affinity Photo 2?

Open Terminal and run `brew uninstall --cask affinity-photo`. Homebrew will remove Affinity Photo 2 and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running `brew list`.

### What are alternatives to Affinity Photo 2?

There are several design & creative apps available for macOS. Browse the Design & Creative category on Bundl.run to compare features, popularity, and install counts for similar tools.

### How do I update Affinity Photo 2 to the latest version?

Run `brew upgrade --cask affinity-photo` in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run `brew outdated` to check if an update is available.

### Does Affinity Photo 2 work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?

Yes, Affinity Photo 2 can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.

## Related

- [Figma](https://bundl.run/apps/figma)
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- [Sketch](https://bundl.run/apps/sketch)
- [Adobe Creative Cloud](https://bundl.run/apps/adobe-creative-cloud)
- [Affinity Designer 2](https://bundl.run/apps/affinity-designer-2)
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