CanvasLite is a lightweight, open-source alternative to Canva, designed for creating posters, social media graphics, and other visual content with ease. Unlike proprietary design tools, CanvasLite runs on your own server, giving you full control over your data and workflow. With an intuitive drag-and-drop editor, support for custom fonts, shapes, icons, and image uploads, CanvasLite makes designing effortless. Whether you're a content creator, marketer, or developer, this tool helps you create professional visuals—without any subscriptions or restrictions.
Key Features:
Easy Drag & Drop Editing, Customizable Text & Fonts, Shapes & Icons, Image Upload & Filters, Layer Management, Pre-built Templates, Export in Multiple Formats, Self-Hosted & Privacy-Focused.
Tech Stack
Frontend – Svelte/React + Fabric.js for smooth canvas editing
Backend – Node.js + Express for asset management
Database – PostgreSQL/MongoDB to save projects and templates
Image Processing – Sharp for cropping, resizing, and filters
Why Choose CanvasLite?
Most online design tools require subscriptions and store your work on their servers. CanvasLite gives you full ownership of your designs, works entirely on your server, and is completely free and open-source. Whether you’re an individual creator or a team, you can customize it to fit your needs without limitations.
