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Stable-Diffusion
Stable-Diffusion is an open-source image project by FurkanGozukara (FurkanGozukara/Stable-Diffusion on GitHub). It has 2,772 GitHub stars and 371 forks, is released under the GPL-3.0 license, and was last updated on GitHub on 2 October 2026.
FLUX, Stable Diffusion, SDXL, SD3, LoRA, Fine Tuning, DreamBooth, Training, Automatic1111, Forge WebUI, SwarmUI, DeepFake, TTS, Animation, Text To Video, Tut…
★ 2.8k stars⑂ 371 forksGPL-3.0updated 2026-10
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// project facts
Project facts
- Repository
- FurkanGozukara/Stable-Diffusion
- GitHub stars
- 2,772
- Forks
- 371
- License
- GPL-3.0
- Last updated on GitHub
- 2 October 2026
- Category
- Image
- Listing
- Full install guide
- Official site
- Official site
// how it works
How it works
- Choose the right tool
Generation studio, upscaler, background remover, or photo library — match the tool to the task.
- Install it your way
Desktop apps, Docker images, and portable builds cover most platforms; pick the simplest for your OS.
- Add models if needed
Generation tools need checkpoint files; utilities like upscalers usually bundle everything.
- Create or organize
Generate, enhance, or import — then export, share, or keep building your library.
// features
Why people love it
Purpose-built utilities
Single-job tools (upscale, de-background, restore) that do one thing excellently.
Model freedom
Bring any compatible open checkpoint; you are never locked to one vendor's style.
Runs locally
Your images stay on your machine — important for client work and privacy.
No subscriptions
The defining trait of this whole category: professional results without monthly fees.
Non-destructive
Edits stay reversible; originals are never touched.
Batch processing
Run whole folders through upscalers and converters unattended.
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// run it
Run it yourself
- Step 1 — Clone the repo
Download the source and move into the project folder.
git clone https://github.com/FurkanGozukara/Stable-Diffusion.git cd Stable-Diffusion - Step 2 — Check the README
Every project documents its own setup; start with install requirements.
cat README.md | head -60 - Step 3 — Run it
Follow the project's launch command — Docker, pip, npm, or a binary release.
# see README for the exact launch command
// use cases
What you can build
- Generate concept art and illustrations.
- Upscale and restore old photos.
- Remove backgrounds in bulk for product shots.
- Self-host a Google-Photos-style library.
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// faq
Questions, answered
Who maintains Stable-Diffusion?
It is an open-source project at FurkanGozukara/Stable-Diffusion with 371 forks. Check the repo's contributors and recent commits to see how active maintenance is.
Is Stable-Diffusion free for commercial use?
GPL-3.0 — free to use, but derivative works must stay open.
Which should I start with?
For generation: a polished studio interface. For enhancement: a dedicated upscaler. For libraries: a photo manager.
Can they match Midjourney quality?
With the right open checkpoints, absolutely — the interface matters less than the model you load.
Are they free for commercial work?
Mostly yes under MIT/Apache/GPL — but verify each license, especially for client deliverables.
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Get Stable-Diffusion
Free and open — grab the source, star the repo, and start creating.