# Pixel is Data

> Escape. Make art.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id622378844](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id622378844)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id622378844`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Matthieu Savary
- **Category:** Photo & Video
- **Rating:** 4.40 / 5 (25 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.2.2
- **Last updated:** 2019-02-04
- **First published:** 2013-04-04
- **Size:** 7.63 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-20
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pixel-is-data/id622378844)
- **Website:** [http://pixelisdata.org](http://pixelisdata.org/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://pixelisdata.org/privacy-policy.html](http://pixelisdata.org/privacy-policy.html)

## Description

Reality is probably overrated. Art is not. Discover the Pixel is Data creative apps series for the iPhone and the Mac and make unexpected pixel art based on your photos.

What if pixels weren't necessarily supposed to look like little squares and sit in the so-called "right order"? What if what we call "real", "true", "figurative" images were not the only way our World can be represented? What if photographic data was just... data? What if it could be reinterpreted?

Select a preset and/or set your own parameters, give the app a photo to process and bang, you've got art. Find out more on Instagram at @pixelisdata and by searching for #pixelisdata.

Discover the other iOS and Mac apps at http://pixelisdata.org.

Pixel is Data was featured on Fast Company: "Create Amazing Pixel Art With This Free iPhone App" > http://www.fastcodesign.com/1672576/create-amazing-pixel-art-with-this-free-iphone-app

And featured on CreativeApplications.net: "‘Pixel is Data’ by Matthieu Savary reorders pixels in your photos" > http://www.creativeapplications.net/cinder/pixel-is-data-by-matthieu-savary-reorders-pixels-in-your-photos/

And in Andrew Richardson's "Data-driven graphic design" book > http://www.bloomsbury.com/cw/data-driven-graphic-design/

Also discover a lot of nice comments on the App Store, such as:

"Love it
This app is pretty awesome. If you like creating glitch art type stuff then get this app, it's a lot of fun to mess around with. Great job."
by BinaryxSunset - Version 2.24 - 03/06/2016

"Unique like mini pieces of art […] Very unique photography idea!"
by Katherine717 - Version 2.24 - Sep 8, 2015

"It's Simple, Random Fun […] This is what I consider a novelty app"
by Deeashley - Version 2.2 - Aug 19, 2015

"Surprisingly impressive!"
by MadameBerry - Version 2.0 - Feb 16, 2015

"I want to give it six stars"
by Long words - Version 2.0 - Dec 10, 2014

"Very impressed"
by 4637bob - Version 2.0 - Dec 2, 2014

#PixelArt #RealityIsOverrated #GoMakeArt #PixelisData

## Rankings

- #231,914 — Overall

## Review summary

Users broadly praise Pixel is Data for its fun, engaging experience and the unique glitch/abstract art it can produce. Many find the app creatively inspiring, with solid customization options and visually striking results that work well for social sharing. However, several recurring concerns emerge: the lack of reliable high-resolution exports or inconsistent hi-res support, a desire for more rendering parameters and pattern options, and stability/compatibility issues related to app updates and newer iOS versions. Overall, it's a free, enjoyable tool with a dedicated user base that would benefit from stronger export capabilities, more customization, and better OS/device compatibility.

### Pros

- Engaging and fun to use; keeps you occupied for hours
- Produces unique glitch/abstract art results with striking visuals
- Strong customization and adjustable effects
- High-quality/impressive results that stand out
- Free or affordable, appreciated by users

### Cons

- Demand for high-resolution export / hi-res support missing or inconsistent
- Stability/compatibility issues with updates and newer iOS versions
- Desire for more rendering options/patterns (more parameters/patterns)

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