Question 1

Is Rembrandt really free?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Rembrandt is completely free and open-source under the GPL-3.0 license. There are no accounts, subscriptions, or hidden fees.

Question 2

Does Rembrandt upload my photos to the cloud?

Accepted Answer

No. All AI processing happens on your device. The self-hosted server mode keeps photos on your computer and serves them only to your local network if you choose to enable LAN access.

Question 3

Can I use Rembrandt as a Lightroom alternative?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it supports RAW editing, masks, library organization, and non-destructive edits saved as XMP sidecar files, making it a strong local-first alternative for many photographers.

Question 4

What platforms does Rembrandt support?

Accepted Answer

Rembrandt provides installers for macOS (Intel and Apple Silicon), Windows (x64 and ARM), and Linux (x86_64 and ARM64).

Question 5

How do I self-host Rembrandt?

Accepted Answer

Run the install script with the --server flag, choose your photo folder, and Rembrandt starts at login and prints a private link. You can add --lan to reach it from other devices on your network.

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