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2 alternatives to Adobe InDesign

Adobe InDesign is a Media Management product. The community recommends 2 alternatives: 2 open source, 2 self-hostable and 2 free to use. They are ranked by community votes, ratings and favorites, with the key differences from Adobe InDesign highlighted.

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About Adobe InDesign

Adobe's page layout and desktop publishing software for books, magazines, brochures and digital documents.

Closed source
Not self-hostable
Subscription
Windows
macOS
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Quick picks

Aktivisda logo

Best open-source pick

Aktivisda

Open source, AGPL-3.0 license

Aktivisda logo

Best self-hosted pick

Aktivisda

Run it on your own server

Aktivisda logo

Best free pick

Aktivisda

Free to use

All alternatives

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    Aktivisda

    Self-hosting Solutions

    Browser-based vector design tool for activist and grassroots groups: editable templates, brand assets, and PDF/vector print export.

    Open source · AGPL-3.0
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Adobe InDesign

    • + Open source (Adobe InDesign is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Adobe InDesign is not)
    • + Free to use (Adobe InDesign is paid)
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    Collabst

    Note-taking & Editors

    Self-hosted collaborative workspace for Typst.

    Open source · AGPL-3.0
    Self-hostable

    Compared with Adobe InDesign

    • + Open source (Adobe InDesign is not)
    • + Self-hostable (Adobe InDesign is not)
    • + Free to use (Adobe InDesign is paid)
    DetailsWebsite

Adobe InDesign vs. alternatives

ServiceOpen sourceSelf-hostedLicensePricingPlatformsRatingVotes
Adobe InDesign
Current
NoNoproprietarySubscriptionWindows / macOS——
AktivisdaYesYesAGPL-3.0———0
CollabstYesYesAGPL-3.0———0

FAQ

What is the best alternative to Adobe InDesign?

Community-recommended alternatives to Adobe InDesign include Aktivisda and Collabst. Compare open source, self-hosting, pricing and platforms to choose.

Is there a free alternative to Adobe InDesign?

Yes. Aktivisda and Collabst can be used for free; the open-source, self-hostable ones can be run on your own server at no cost.

Is there an open-source alternative to Adobe InDesign?

Yes. Open-source alternatives include Aktivisda and Collabst.

Can I self-host an alternative to Adobe InDesign?

Yes. Aktivisda and Collabst can run on your own server, so you keep control of your data.

Other Media Management services

Services in the same category that haven't been suggested as Adobe InDesign alternatives yet. If one fits, add it as an alternative.

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    PlexRipper

    Cross-platform Plex media downloader that seamlessly adds media from other Plex servers to your own.

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    Adobe Premiere Pro

    Adobe's professional non-linear video editor for film, TV and online video production.

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    Adobe Illustrator

    Adobe's vector graphics editor for logos, icons, illustrations and print artwork.

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    Canva

    Template-based online design tool for social graphics, presentations, documents and videos.

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    Adobe After Effects

    Adobe's motion graphics and visual effects compositing software for film, TV and web video.

Know another Adobe InDesign alternative?

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