About Pixnote
Official Pixel Art Creation Tool
Pixnote is a free browser-based tool that makes it easy for anyone to create pixel art.
It's "Pixel Note" — but call us "Pix Note" and we'll still answer.
What is Pixnote?
Pixnote is a free online tool for creating pixel art directly in your browser. Since its launch in 2018, it has been used by pixel artists and first-time creators around the world.
No app installation is required. Start creating pixel art immediately from any device — smartphone, tablet, or PC. All pixel art you create can be used freely for personal or commercial projects.
Our Tools
Editor Lite
A free pixel art editor with multi-layer support. Features a 255-color palette, pen, eraser, fill, color picker, and more. Cloud saving is also available.
Pic2Dot
A tool that converts photos and images into pixel art with one click. Also supports camera input, turning your favorite moments into pixel art.
Studio β
An advanced editor with extended saves and selection tools. We are currently developing a next-gen tool that combines the best of both Editor Lite and Studio β.
Gallery
A gallery showcasing pixel art created by users. Get inspired or share your own creations.
Our Story
Pixnote was born from the desire to create an environment where anyone can enjoy creating pixel art, anytime and anywhere. Traditional pixel art tools required PC installation and were difficult to use on the go or on smartphones.
With the simple concept of "create pixel art with just a browser," the first version was released in 2018. Since then, we have continuously added features and improvements based on user feedback.
Creator's Story
Why Pixnote is moving forward again
It Started Because the Right Tool Didn't Exist
Pixnote's origin goes back to when I first encountered programming. It was the era of "power on, straight to BASIC" — no apps pre-installed, just typing in dump listings from magazines. I wanted to create worlds like Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest, but as soon as I started trying to make a game, I hit a wall: "What tool am I even supposed to use to draw characters?"
There was no pixel art tool that fit my needs. "If it doesn't exist, I'll just build it." Creating the tool I needed to make games — that was how everything started.
Through the Ages, Beyond the Dark Knight Era
Many years passed. I was always on the front lines of development, but there were times I carried the weight of a "Dark Knight" — struggling through battles of my own.
A turning point in life, and an unexpected moment, led me to face the same challenge once more: "If I'm going to make games, I need to build the tools first." Pixnote restarted as a personal tool, but gradually found its way to many users. Whenever I find the time, I work on shaping it into something better for everyone.
In the Age of AI, the Weight of Every Single Pixel
We live in an era where AI can generate sophisticated images in an instant. Still, I think there's a unique value in "primitive, simple experiences."
Pixel art is a lot like building a model kit. Placing colors one pixel at a time, gradually shaping something, then seeing it move. Using it in your own games and animations. I believe that very process — investing time and effort — is what shapes the culture of creation that's uniquely human.
Your Creations, for Generations to Come
Not images consumed and forgotten in an instant, but works you shaped with your own hands through trial and error. In a world that keeps optimizing for efficiency, I think the value of that only grows.
"The joy of creating, together."
—— Creator
Operator Information
| Service | Pixnote（ピクセルノート） |
|---|---|
| Official Site | https://pixnote.net |
| Developer | aoiroinc |
| Launched | 2018 |
| Languages | Japanese / English |
| Pricing | Free |
| SNS | X (Twitter) | YouTube |