Free AI Portraits and Deep Holiday Discounts: HitPaw and PixPretty Unwrap a Seasonal Creative Push

Holiday offer puts AI portrait editing in more hands — and into more gift plans

HitPaw and PixPretty have kicked off a joint holiday push that aims to make AI-powered photo tools a stocking-stuffer-level convenience. The companies are offering free access to a portrait editor for a limited time and steep discounts on a selection of creative tools. For everyday users and holiday shoppers, that means fast, automated retouches and stylized photos without the learning curve of traditional editors — and the chance to buy tool packs at noticeably lower prices for friends and family.

How the promotion actually works and who’s in on it

The campaign runs during the holiday season and bundles several offers from both firms. Shoppers can try the AI portrait editor for free during the promotional window. Beyond that, HitPaw and PixPretty are discounting a mix of single apps and themed bundles — think portrait-editing suites, background-removal tools, and creative filters — with markdowns that reach as much as half off in some bundles.

Partners and bundle details vary by region but include cross-promotions between the two brands: a discounted bundle may pair HitPaw’s cleanup and repair tools with PixPretty’s stylization filters. The promotion also highlights time-limited add-ons, such as additional filter packs and faster processing credits for heavier users.

What the AI portrait editor and other tools actually do

The free portrait editor focuses on a few core tasks: skin smoothing, blemish removal, background switching, and automated lighting fixes. The selling point is speed and simplicity. Instead of sliders and manual masking, users point the editor at a photo, choose an effect or look, and the AI applies a set of changes in seconds.

PixPretty’s parts of the package lean toward creative finishing: artistic filters, mood presets, and stylized portraits that mimic painting or film. HitPaw contributes utility tools such as object removal, scratch repair, and simple video-frame cleanups that nonprofessionals often need for family videos or holiday snaps.

Both companies emphasize on-device processing for basic edits and cloud-assisted routines for heavier AI features. That split matters because it changes speed and whether photos leave your phone or laptop for processing.

How to claim the free editor, discounts and where limits apply

To get the free portrait editor trial and discounted bundles, users should visit the HitPaw or PixPretty websites or check the app stores where their apps are listed. Offers are typically claimed by creating or logging into an account, selecting the free trial or discounted bundle at checkout, and confirming payment details for any paid portion of the order. Free access often requires activation within the promotional period; expired links or delayed checkouts may revert to full price.

There are a few common limits: some discounts apply only to new users, bundles may be region-locked, and certain advanced features can be restricted to desktop versions or specific mobile operating systems. If a tool relies on cloud processing, upload limits and file-size caps can also change how useful it feels on large batches of photos or high-resolution files.

Why this campaign matters in the wider consumer-AI market — and what to watch for

This push is a clear sign that consumer AI tools are moving from niche to mainstream. Holiday deals are about volume: the companies want more people using their AI so they stick with the product after the promotion ends. That puts HitPaw and PixPretty in direct competition with larger photo apps and marketplaces that already offer automated editing and subscription plans.

But wider access brings usual concerns. Privacy tops the list: when edits are run in the cloud, users should check whether photos are stored, how long they are kept, and whether the company can use those images to retrain models. Rights over edited images can also be murky — if a user uploads a copyrighted image or someone else’s portrait, who owns the edited result?

AI bias is another real issue. Portrait tools trained on limited or unbalanced data sets can produce poorer results on certain skin tones, hairstyles, or facial features. Users should watch for uneven performance and for default settings that standardize faces toward a narrow aesthetic. Finally, automated edits sometimes erase cultural or identity markers by design; being aware of what the tool changes is important before sharing photos publicly.

Company comment, how to get started and press contact

In a provided statement, a HitPaw spokesperson said: “Our holiday campaign is about making creative tools simple and affordable for everyone. We’re offering free access so people can try AI editing without commitment and see how it fits into their daily photos.” A PixPretty representative added: “We designed the bundles to bring playful, high-quality stylization into the hands of casual creators this season.”

To try the free portrait editor or view holiday bundles, visit the HitPaw or PixPretty website or search for their apps in your device’s app store. For press inquiries, the companies suggest contacting their media teams via their official press email addresses listed on those sites.

Sources

• prnewswire.com