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About IMG.LY
What is IMG.LY?
IMG.LY provides SDKs (Software Development Kits) that let developers quickly add drag-and-drop photo and video editing to their web or mobile apps. Users get filters, stickers, text overlays, cropping, and more — all inside your platform, without leaving your app.
Who is it for?
Best for app developers, e-commerce platforms, and social media apps that need built-in creative tools. It saves months of development time compared to building your own editor. However, it is not a stand-alone design tool for non-developers — it requires integration into your product.
Key capabilities
Pre-built UI components for photo editing (filters, crop, retouch, AI tools) and video editing (trim, merge, transitions). Works with React, Vue, iOS, Android, Flutter. Export as PNG, JPEG, GIF, MP4, or WebM. Trusted by 600+ product teams including Omneky, Digitas, Optimizely, Plai, SwissPost, and HP.
Key features
- Photo editor SDK — filters, stickers, text, crop, rotate, and AI tools like background removal
- Video editor SDK — trim, merge, add music, transitions, and effects
- Web SDK — works with React, Vue, Angular, and plain JavaScript
- Mobile SDKs — native iOS (Swift) and Android (Kotlin) support
- Custom UI — style the editor to match your app's design
- Export options — save as PNG, JPEG, GIF, MP4, or WebM
- Design automation — render thousands of design variants server-side from the same scene file
SaaSpartout Score
7.4
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Editorial score from our review methodology — not user ratings.
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IMG.LY Pricing
IMG.LY pricing: Free tier · from $99/mo. Billing model: Freemium.
For comparison: the median starting price in Design & Creative is $12/month, measured across 274 tools we track. See the full SaaS Pricing Index →
Free Tier
Start with a free plan to evaluate the SDK. No credit card required for initial setup.
Launch Plan
From $99/mo. Includes photo and video editing SDKs for one platform (web or mobile). Pre-built UI components and standard export options.
Scale Plan
Contact sales for custom pricing. Supports multiple platforms, AI plugins, higher volumes, and dedicated support. Ideal for growing applications.
All plans include a free trial and GDPR compliance by design.
Frequently asked questions
Is IMG.LY free?
Yes, IMG.LY offers a free tier to get started. Paid plans begin at $99/mo.
How much does IMG.LY cost?
Pricing starts at $99/mo for the Launch plan. Custom pricing is available for higher volumes and multiple platforms — contact sales for a quote.
Who is IMG.LY best for?
It is best for app developers, e-commerce platforms, and social media apps that need to add photo or video editing features without building from scratch.
What platforms does IMG.LY support?
IMG.LY offers SDKs for web (React, Vue, Angular, plain JavaScript), iOS (Swift), and Android (Kotlin). It also supports Flutter and design automation for server-side rendering.
What are the top alternatives to IMG.LY?
Alternatives include Cloudinary, Filestack, and Picsart SDK. IMG.LY stands out for its pre-built UI, easy integration, and both photo + video editing in one SDK.
Is IMG.LY GDPR compliant?
Yes, IMG.LY is GDPR compliant by design and processes all edits client-side for privacy.
