Open PSD files without Photoshop
PeekPSD opens Adobe Photoshop .psd files directly in your web browser. Drop a file, see the full layer tree, inspect text and fonts, and export to PNG, JPG, WebP, or PDF. No software to install, no files uploaded to any server.
How it works
Drop your file
Drag a .psd or .psb file onto the page, or use the file picker.
Inspect everything
See layers, text, fonts, colors, and smart objects in the inspector.
Export what you need
Download the composite as PNG/JPG/WebP/PDF, or export individual layers.
Why PSD files are hard to open
Adobe Photoshop's .psd format is proprietary. While the file structure is publicly documented, parsing it correctly requires handling layer blending, masks, adjustment layers, smart objects, and multiple color modes. Most free viewers only show a flattened composite and skip the layer tree entirely.
PeekPSD uses the ag-psd library to parse PSD files in a Web Worker, keeping the browser responsive while processing files with hundreds of layers. The parser runs entirely client-side: your file data never leaves your computer.
The viewer supports RGB and Grayscale color modes at 8 and 16 bits per channel. CMYK files are displayed with approximate colors (no ICC profile conversion in v1). 32-bit and exotic color modes show a clear explanation rather than a broken preview.
Common questions
Is this really free?
Yes. No signup, no credits, no limits on file size (within your browser's memory).
Are my files uploaded?
No. Everything runs in your browser. Your files never leave your device.
Does it support PSB files?
Yes, PeekPSD detects PSB (large document) files and attempts to parse them. Very large files may be limited by browser memory.
Can I see individual layers?
Yes. The layer panel shows the full tree. Toggle visibility, select layers, and export them individually.
What browsers are supported?
Any modern browser with Web Worker support: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge.