Step by step
- Open the Background Remover and choose your photo.
- Pick Any subject for products and pets, or People for portraits with hair.
- Press Remove background. The first time takes a little longer while the model downloads.
- Choose a transparent background or a solid color.
- Download the PNG, or send it to the Social Media Cropper or Thumbnail Previewer.
Pick the right output
| You want | Choose | Why |
|---|---|---|
| A sticker or logo overlay | Transparent PNG | Keeps the see through area |
| An online shop listing | Solid white | Most marketplaces prefer a plain white background |
| A profile picture | Solid brand color | Looks tidy in a circle crop |
| A YouTube thumbnail cut out | Transparent PNG | Place it over your own background later |
Get a cleaner cut out
AI works best when the subject stands out. Shoot against a plain wall, keep the whole subject in frame, and use even light. Busy backgrounds with the same color as your subject are the hardest case for any remover.
Tips
Use the People mode for hair and portraits. It keeps fine strands better.
JPG cannot store transparency. Always keep the PNG if you want a see through background.
Big photos take longer. 2000 pixels on the long side is plenty for most uses.
Ready to try it?
The Background Remover is free, needs no sign up, and your files never leave your device.
Open the Background RemoverFrequently asked questions
Is the background remover really free?
Yes. There is no watermark, no sign up and no credit system. It runs on your own device, so it costs us nothing per photo.
Are my photos uploaded to a server?
No. The AI model is downloaded once and runs inside your browser. Your photo never leaves your device.
Why is the first run slow?
The browser downloads the AI model the first time. After that it is cached, and the tool even works offline.
Can I remove backgrounds from many photos?
The remover works one photo at a time for the best quality. Each result can be sent straight on to another tool.