Free pixel art maker and sprite creator

Draw sprites, animate them frame by frame, and export to PNG, sprite sheet, or GIF. It runs in your browser.

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Free · No sign-up · Saves in your browser

The PixeMaker editor with a pixel-art character on the canvas, drawing tools on the left and a color palette up top.

Good for

Game sprites Avatars Icons Emojis Tile sets Animations

FAQ

Is PixeMaker free?
Yes — it's completely free, with no account required.
Where is my artwork stored?
In your browser's local storage — it isn't uploaded to a server. Export as PNG, sprite sheet, or GIF to keep a permanent copy.
What can I export?
A single frame PNG, a sprite sheet of all frames, or a looping GIF — at 1×, 4×, 8×, or 16× scale.
Can I use my creations commercially?
Yes. Anything you make is yours to use in personal or commercial projects. See the Terms for details.

Learn pixel art

How to make pixel art

A beginner's guide to your first sprite — canvas size, palettes, and shading.

How to make a sprite sheet

Turn frames into one sheet you can import into Unity, Godot, or GameMaker.

How to make a pixel-art GIF

Animate frame by frame with onion skinning and export a looping GIF.
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Open the editor and make your first sprite.

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