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Acorn is a Mac image editor made by a one-person company — pay-once, no subscription, and a beloved alternative to Photoshop.
Acorn
OtherThe image editor for humans.
Listed May 20, 2026Updated Jun 9, 2026
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What is Acorn?
The image editor for humans. Acorn is a Mac image editor made by a one-person company — pay-once, no subscription, and a beloved alternative to Photoshop.
What category is Acorn in?
Acorn is listed under Other on Startup Spotlight, a directory of indie and micro-startups.
Who founded Acorn?
Acorn was founded by Gus Mueller (@ccgus on X).
When was Acorn founded?
Acorn was founded in 2007.
Where can I visit Acorn?
You can visit Acorn at flyingmeat.com/acorn, or view its full profile on Startup Spotlight.
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