Is Affinity Photo free to use?

Affinity Photo is not a free software; it is a commercial product developed by Serif. As a professional-grade photo editing tool, Affinity Photo is presented as a one-time purchase, offering users access to the full version of the program without requiring a subscription model like some of its competitors. Users can obtain the software by paying a flat fee for the license, which grants them the permission to use the software indefinitely, with occasional free updates. However, for those looking to try it out before committing financially, Serif does offer a free trial period during which the full functionality of the software can be evaluated.