One of the best photo editing and graphic design software out there may have succumbed to the lure of subscription - Canva-owned Affinity is likely to introduce Adobe-like subs soon

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• Designers describe the loss of Affinity’s forums as a major creative setback
• Many users fear recurring payments could replace Affinity’s affordable one-time purchase model
• Canva’s acquisition has raised doubts about Affinity’s independence and design philosophy

The creative community is uneasy as Affinity’s official store and forums go dark, prompting speculation the popular photo editor and design suite may be moving toward a subscription model similar to Adobe products.