Canva
Header images, social graphics, Notes images and simple brand kits
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Design tools for Substack writers
Header images, social cards and brand visuals without hiring a designer.
Figma
Custom visual systems, templates and detailed design work
Kittl
Typography-heavy graphics and AI-assisted illustrations
remove.bg
One-click background removal for headshots and product images
Unsplash
Free, high-quality photos for post headers
Pricing at a glance
| Tool | Best for | Pricing (checked 2026-10-18) |
|---|---|---|
| Canva | Header images, social graphics, Notes images and simple brand kits | Free; Pro US$144/yr for one person (before tax). |
| Figma | Custom visual systems, templates and detailed design work | Free Starter; Professional full seat $16/mo. |
| Kittl | Typography-heavy graphics and AI-assisted illustrations | Free plan; paid Pro, Expert and Max plans (see pricing page). |
| remove.bg | One-click background removal for headshots and product images | Free to try; paid plans for full-resolution output (see pricing page). |
| Unsplash | Free, high-quality photos for post headers | Free to use under the Unsplash License. |
Prices change. Always confirm on the vendor's site.
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