Artbreeder
Artbreeder is a collaborative platform designed to create images using artificial intelligence. Its core functionalities revolve around AI-powered tools that en...
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What is Artbreeder?
Artbreeder is a collaborative, machine learning-based art platform that enables users to generate and modify images using Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), specifically StyleGAN and BigGAN models. Originally known as Ganbreeder, it allows users to create portraits, landscapes, anime characters, paintings, architecture, and more by blending and
Artbreeder pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Artbreeder offers a freemium model with a free tier and three paid subscription plans. Free tier includes 3 credits/month with no extra features, but users can earn credits by contributing images to the community. Starter plan: $7.49/month billed annually ($8.99/month monthly) with 1200 credits/year (~12,000 SDXL images), Google Drive sync, privacy controls, and custom genes. Advanced plan: $15.99/month billed annually ($18.99/month monthly) with 3300 credits/year (~33,000 SDXL images) and all Starter benefits. Champion plan: $30.99/month billed annually ($36.99/month monthly) with 8400 credits/year (~84,000 SDXL images) and all Advanced benefits. All paid plans include no ads, unlimited image generation in Composer, Splicer fast mode, and ~$0.04-0.07 per credit depending on plan.
Artbreeder pros
- Free tier available with basic features and 3 credits/month
- User-friendly interface with intuitive gene sliders
- Collaborative community for sharing and discovering art
- Unlimited image generation in Composer for paid subscribers
- High-resolution downloads available with paid plans
- Images are public domain (CC0) for commercial use
- Multiple creation modes: Blend, Collage, Splicer, Composer
- SD-XL integration for improved image quality
- ControlNet support for pose-specific image creation
- Google Drive sync available for paid subscribers
- Privacy controls and private mode for subscribers
- Custom genes feature for paid plans
- No ads for paid subscribers
- Fast rendering mode for Splicer with paid plans
- Thousands of public images to remix from community library
- Mobile-friendly browser-based platform
- Organize images in folders for better management
- Outpainting/Uncropping to expand images beyond original dimensions
Artbreeder cons
- Limited free downloads with only 3 credits/month on free tier
- Steep learning curve for advanced features
- Requires internet connection (no offline mode)
- Uploaded images may not look exactly like original due to encoding
- Uploads for general category not yet available
- Free tier has no extra features beyond basic tools
- Must register and log in to use the platform
- Higher resolution downloads require paid subscription
- Private mode only available for subscribers
- Credits expire monthly on free tier
Frequently asked questions about Artbreeder
Is Artbreeder free to use?
Yes, Artbreeder has a free tier that includes 3 credits/month with basic features. However, premium features like higher resolution downloads, privacy controls, Google Drive sync, custom genes, and unlimited Composer generation require a paid subscription. Users can also earn credits on the free tier by contributing images to the community.
Can I sell Artbreeder-generated art commercially?
Yes, all images created on Artbreeder are public domain (CC0) and may be used for commercial purposes. It is highly suggested that you cite the Artbreeder image URL when sharing something that closely resembles an Artbreeder image. Private mode is available for subscribers who want to ensure their images are not used by others.
How do I upload images to Artbreeder?
Click the green plus icon at the top of the page, then click uploads and pick the kind of image you want to upload. For portraits, the image should generally resemble what the network produces - facing the camera, with the full face in focus and good resolution on the face. Uploaded images get encoded into a representation that the neural networks can understand, which is why they may not look exactly like the original.
What image categories can I upload?
Currently, uploads are available for specific categories like portraits, but uploads for other image categories and the general category are not yet possible. The platform has specialized models for portraits, anime, landscapes, paintings, furries, science bio art, and albums, each made by community contributors.
How does private mode work?
Images made in private mode are not seen or used by anyone at any time. This feature is available only to subscribers. If you end your subscription, the images made in private mode will stay private forever, ensuring your creations remain exclusive to you.
What AI models does Artbreeder use?
Artbreeder uses Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), specifically BigGAN and StyleGAN models as the main technology enabling the platform. There is also a minimal open source version available that uses BigGAN. The platform has also integrated SD-XL developed by stability.ai and added ControlNet functionality.
How do I delete my Artbreeder account?
Go to your account page from the menu and click Delete Account. This will remove your account from the platform. For any other issues, you can contact support at [email protected].
Does Artbreeder work on mobile devices?
Yes, Artbreeder is browser-based and mobile-friendly, so you can access it from mobile devices through your web browser. However, the full experience may be better on desktop due to the complexity of the editing interface with gene sliders.
What are credits and how do they work?
Credits are the currency used on Artbreeder to generate images. On the free tier, you get 3 credits/month. Paid plans include more credits: Starter has 1200 credits/year, Advanced has 3300 credits/year, and Champion has 8400 credits/year. Credits are used for image generation, with approximately 1 credit producing ~10 SDXL images. The cost per credit ranges from $0.07 (Starter) to $0.04 (Champion).
What is the difference between Collage Maker and Splicer?
The Collage Maker allows users to create images from simple shapes, images, and text by layering different elements. The Splicer lets users edit the genes of their images for unlimited possibilities by adjusting sliders for specific attributes. Both are creation tools, but Splicer provides more precise control over image characteristics through gene editing, while Collage Maker focuses on combining different visual elements.