Krita (kriːtə/ KREE-tə) is a free and open-source raster graphics editor designed primarily for digital art and 2D animation.
Originally created for Linux, the software also runs on Windows, macOS, Haiku, Android, and ChromeOS, and features an OpenGL-accelerated canvas, colour management support, an advanced brush engine, non-destructive layers and masks, group-based layer management, vector artwork support, and switchable customisation profiles.
The software is also available as paid software, distributed on Microsoft Store, Steam, Epic Games Store, and Mac App Store. Payments support the development of the software. The paid version has automatic updates.
The project's name "Krita" is primarily inspired by the Swedish words krita, meaning "crayon" (or chalk), and rita which means "to draw" as well as Sanskrit कृत (kṛta) which means "made"/"done".
What is Krita?
Krita is an open-source drawing & design program for Windows from Krita Foundation. It ranks 40th by popularity among drawing & design in this catalogue. The first release dates back to 2005. It is written in C++. Besides Windows, it is available for GNU/Linux, macOS, BSD, Unix-like operating system and cross-platform.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit as EXE (NSIS). The main installer is 165.5 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Updates and version history
The current version is 5.3.4.1, released on October 1, 2026. 32 versions are listed since July 1, 2024, each with links to its own installer files. That is about 6.2 releases a year. The last update is less than a month old.
Popularity and file types
Wikipedia has an article about it in 29 of our languages. On Windows it registers 8 file types, including .psd, .exr, .jxl, .xcf and .ora. Similar programs include draw.io, Inkscape and LibreCAD.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Frequent updates (about 6.2 a year)
- Also runs on GNU/Linux, macOS and BSD
- Mature project (since 2005)
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- Installation needs administrator rights
In short: Krita is an open-source drawing & design tool for 64-bit PCs. It is actively maintained. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Screenshots
Is Krita safe to download?
- The file is served by download.kde.org, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
025523CF1751FF209FAF7ECFE1CFF851F2CDAB64ACB8C555B307B349AD56CE8F· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 32 versions ›32 versions over 5 years · about 6.2 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.3.4.1Latest | October 1, 2026 | 165.5 MB | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 5.3.4.0 | September 10, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 5.3.3.0 | July 26, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 5.3.2.1 | June 2, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 5.3.2.0 | May 27, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 5.3.1.100 | March 31, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 5.3.0.100 | March 24, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 5.2.16.0 | February 25, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id KDE.Krita -escoop install extras/kritakrita-x64-5.3.4.1-setup.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
brew install --cask kritaflatpak install flathub org.kde.kritaInformation
- Publisher
- Krita Foundation
- Category
- Drawing & design
- Licence
- GPL-3.0
- Price
- Free
- Written in
- C++
- Content rating
- All ages
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Other platforms
- GNU/Linux, macOS, BSD, Unix-like operating system, cross-platform
- Version
- 5.3.4.1
- Released
- October 1, 2026
- First release
- 2005
- Added to the catalogue
- August 14, 2021
- Versions listed
- 32
- Updates / year
- 6.2
- Website
- krita.org
- winget ID
- KDE.Krita
- Scoop package
- extras/krita
File types it opens (8)
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Krita free?
Yes. Krita is open-source software under the GPL-3.0 licence.
Is Krita safe to download?
The download comes from download.kde.org, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Krita with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can Krita be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does Krita run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of Krita?
The versions page lists all 32 versions with links to their official installer files, back to July 1, 2024.
What are alternatives to Krita?
draw.io, Inkscape, LibreCAD, MyPaint and Graphviz. The alternatives page compares them.
