BeeRef

About

BeeRef is a free and open-source digital referencing tool, developed by rbreu, designed to help artists quickly arrange and view reference images with a minimal, unobtrusive interface. Available across Mac, Windows, and Linux platforms, it is highly regarded as a lightweight, portable, and privacy-focused solution that works offline and requires no registration or tracking. Positioned as a strong open-source alternative to competitors like PureRef, BeeRef offers features such as an artists dashboard and native UI, and has received positive user feedback for its stability, ease of use, and quick startup time, despite some user suggestions for enhancements in drag-and-drop functionality, scene management, and custom shortcuts.