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Adobe Illustrator

The industry-standard vector graphics program for logos, illustrations and print design

by Adobe
PRICESubscription only (monthly or yearly)
FREE TRIAL7 days
RUNS ONWindows, macOS, Web browser
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About Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Illustrator is the industry-standard vector graphics program, used by designers to create logos, icons, illustrations, infographics, packaging and print designs. Vector graphics are made of shapes rather than pixels, so they stay perfectly sharp at any size.

Illustrator offers precise drawing tools, advanced typography, gradients and patterns, image tracing, and generative AI tools powered by Adobe Firefly. Its AI file format is widely used across the design and print industry.

Illustrator is sold only as a subscription, with a 7-day free trial. Plans include Illustrator for Windows and Mac, and also for iPad and the web.

Key features

Precise vector drawingPen, shape and pencil tools
TypographyAdvanced text and font controls
Image TraceTurn pictures into editable vectors
Generative AICreate and recolour vectors with Adobe Firefly
ArtboardsMany designs and sizes in one file
Desktop, iPad and webOne subscription covers several devices
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License and price

License type
Paid (with free trial)
Free trial
7 days
Price
Subscription only (monthly or yearly)

System requirements

Operating system
Windows, macOS, Web browser
Also on
iPad (included in Illustrator plans)

Good and keep in mind

Good

  • The industry standard – AI files are accepted everywhere
  • Very complete set of professional tools
  • Works closely with Photoshop and other Adobe apps

Keep in mind

  • Subscription only – no one-time purchase
  • Expensive compared with the free alternatives
  • Takes time to learn

Frequently asked questions

Is Adobe Illustrator free?
No. Illustrator is sold only as a subscription. Adobe offers a 7-day free trial.
Can I buy Illustrator once?
No. Adobe sells Illustrator only as part of a Creative Cloud subscription; the last one-time-purchase versions were the old CS editions.
Are there free alternatives to Illustrator?
Yes – see the free alternatives below, such as Inkscape and Affinity.

Free alternatives to Adobe Illustrator

InkscapeFully free and open source · Windows, macOS, LinuxFree · open sourceAffinityA polished, professional workflow · Windows, macOSFree (Canva account)
GUIDEBest Free Alternatives to Adobe IllustratorInkscape and Affinity compared: the best free alternatives to Adobe Illustrator for logos, icons and vector illustrations on Windows, Mac and Linux.