The only app you need
for all of your reference images.
refern. is an ad-free, Pinterest-like image organizer, reimagined for creatives.
collectsearchorganizemoodboardstudy and sharereference images, all in one app.
Need inspirations? No problem.
Find the perfect inspiration with just one search. Save inspirations and curated collections for later.
Explore the explore page- Curated reference collections
- No Ads
- No AI-generated images
- Community labelling for AI images
- Unbiased text and color search
Organization has never been easier.
Add as many tags and details as you want to everything. Got no time for that? No problem! Our AI will do it for you automatically.
See a collection- Intuitive folders and collections structure
- Tag macros with auto-complete tag editor
- Bulk editing
- Automatic image tagging with AI
- Collection-specific auto-tagging
Moodboard your ideas. No need for another app.
Visualize your ideas within your library from anywhere on any device. Say goodbye to desktop-only moodboarding tools.
See a moodboard- Infinite canvas
- Unlimited objects
- Add image from your library
- Group and modify objects
- Available on mobile and desktop
Find everything. Instantly.
Everything is searchable within refern—search whatever is on your mind. Never waste time finding old references again.
Find some inspirations- Search everything in your library
- Search from everywhere, whenever
- Image color search
- Tag filter options
Collect images from any website.
Saw an inspiration while scrolling? Save it to your library with just one click. It's that simple!
Watch a demo on how it works- Save specific images
- Save multiple batches in parallel
- Save to a specific collection
- Add tags while saving
- Available on Chrome, Firefox, and Safari
Sharing your references? Just send the link!
Want to show the references you used to make your work, showcase your vision to your clients, or anything in between? Just send the link—it's that easy!
- Public or unlisted folders
- Share with a link or QR code
- Always online and available
- Accessible from anywhere
And there is more!
refern. is built with creatives in mind and is constantly growing. Always open to suggestions and feedbacks.
Study your references.
Timed study tool built in to help you practice. Pick the references you want from your library—perfect for gesture drawing or daily practice.
Explore timed study tool- Pick any collection from your library
- Flexible study session duration
- Adjustable image filter options
- Add notes and titles to session
- Sharable study session history
See what other creatives have to say about refern.
Frequently asked questions.
Is refern. free to use?
Yes, all the core features of refern. is completely free to use with some limits. You can purchase Pro (one-time purchase) to remove limits, get extra storage, unlock nice-to-have features, and help us cover server cost.
Can other people edit my references?
No. Only you can edit your stuff. Anyone else can only view it if they have access to it. However, plans for collaborative collections/reference boards is coming soon!
Will my images be used to create AI Art?
No. We will never use the images you upload to train/create AI art.
Can I upload AI generated images?
Yes, BUT it is strongly discouraged. Images can be community labelled as AI-generated. Any image that is labelled as AI-generated will not show up in the explore page.
Are images containing nudity or NSFW content allowed?
Yes. However, we scan every image to see if it is explicit and will blur and put a warning label on it if it exceeds a certain threshold. You have the option to turn off the NSFW blurring just for yourself.