Open Source · Apache 2.0 · macOS · Windows · Linux

MeraRAW

Non-destructive RAW editing that stays on your Mac.

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GPU-accelerated, full-res·Your RAW never leaves the machine·Latest via GitHub
MetalGPU accelerated
On-deviceYour RAW stays local
Non-destructiveFull undo, always
v0.2.0 · signed Mac beta

Develop RAW. Stay local.

MeraRAW is a non-destructive RAW editor for photographers. You drive the develop tools by hand; originals stay on your machine and are never uploaded for processing.

  • ✓ Full-resolution develop with labeled, undoable controls
  • ✓ Non-destructive history — revert anytime
  • ✓ Export when you're ready; originals stay untouched
What ships in this build
RAW importDevelop toolsMasksExport
No AI assistant in this signed build. Optional usage analytics stay off until you opt in.

GPU develop engine

Metal-accelerated develop pipeline for full-resolution RAW on Apple Silicon.

Smart masks

Subject and sky detection on-device, plus radial, linear, and brush masks — each with its own develop stack.

Private by design

Edits and RAW processing stay on your Mac. We don't upload your originals.

Now Open Source

MeraRAW is now free and open source

The full MeraRAW photo editor is now open source under the Apache License 2.0. Clone the repository, build it locally, and start editing your RAWs — or contribute to the project.

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Apache 2.0·v0.2.0·Build from source

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Signed builds for photographers who want a ready installer. Apple Silicon is live now; Intel, Windows, and Linux land as CI finishes. Prefer source? Use Build from Source below.

v0.2.0

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Edits and RAW processing stay on your Mac. We don’t upload your originals. Optional usage analytics are off unless you opt in.

Free with account·Apple Silicon ready

Prior versions / Build from source

Older betas stay available after sign-in when listed. Or clone the public repo and build the latest yourself.

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