LightCraft online: a free alternative to Lightroom
LightCraft is a free, open-source photo library and RAW developer from the ArtCraft project, built as an alternative to Lightroom. It develops RAW files from many cameras and organizes them in a library.
Best on a desktop browser. This editor has desktop menus and shortcuts.
Use it online or download it
| Online on AnyEdit | Desktop app | |
|---|---|---|
| Setup | Runs in your browser: nothing to install | Runs as a native app on macOS, Windows and Linux |
| Version | Opens the same engine as the desktop app (version 0.6.0) | The library is stored on your disk, not in the browser |
| Your files | Your photos stay on your device | Better for large catalogs |
| Good to know | Experimental: the library lives in browser storage, which can be cleared | Available from the official project page |
What you should know
- AnyEdit is not the official LightCraft site and is not affiliated with Lightroom's maker. The name Lightroom is used only to describe what LightCraft can replace.
- See the RAW photo editor page for what we tested and known issues.
Official page: getartcraft.com/apps/lightcraft · source code · releases
FAQ
Is this the official LightCraft site?
No. AnyEdit is an independent site that hosts an unmodified web build of the open-source LightCraft. The official project page is getartcraft.com/apps/lightcraft.
Is LightCraft free?
Yes. It is open source (MIT / Apache-2.0), and using it on AnyEdit needs no account.
Are my files uploaded when I use LightCraft online?
No. The editor runs in your browser and your files stay on your device.