Background Remover

Remove background from images - API mode (best) or local demo (offline)

Tip: For best results use API mode with a server-side proxy to keep API keys safe.

Drop image here

or click to browse • Paste an image (Ctrl/⌘+V) • Supports JPG/PNG/WebP

Preview scale

Local algorithm strength: 18

Tolerance (color distance): 40

Auto-detect bg color

Local mode works best for plain backgrounds (white/green/blue). For complex images use API mode.

Remove Image Backgrounds Online — Complete Guide

This tool makes photo backgrounds transparent in your browser. It works with JPG, PNG, and WebP files. You get a transparent PNG that you can use anywhere. It works best with plain backgrounds and keeps your image quality high. Perfect for combining with our Image Converter and Image Resize Tool.

How to use

Choose an image with a simple, contrasting background for best results.
Drop the image into the upload area or click to browse and select a file.
Click Remove Background to process your image.
Increase Tolerance if background remains; increase Strength to soften edges.
Use Preview scale to zoom the on‑screen canvas for detailed inspection.
Download the final transparent PNG and add it to your project or design.

Popular use cases

Product photos for e‑commerce listings and social media ads
Profile pictures and avatars with transparent or branded backgrounds
Thumbnails, banners, flyers, and hero sections for marketing
Clean cutouts for slide decks, brochures, and presentations

Tips for cleaner cutouts

Shoot subjects against a plain, evenly lit backdrop and avoid strong shadows. Start with a moderate Tolerance and increase it gradually in small steps if parts of the backdrop remain. Raise Strength a little to feather edges and reduce halos. Use Preview scale to inspect hair, edges, and fine details.

FAQs

Does this tool reduce image quality?
No. Processing runs at the image’s original resolution and only changes the transparency of background pixels. Subject colors and details are preserved.

Which formats are supported?
You can upload JPG, PNG, and WebP. The result is saved as a transparent PNG for wide compatibility with editors and design tools.

Why do I see a checkerboard pattern?
The checkerboard shows transparency. If you see the grid, it means those areas are fully or partially transparent, not gray or colored.

What settings should I start with?
Begin with a Tolerance around 40 and a Strength around 18. Increase Tolerance if background pixels remain; increase Strength slightly to soften edges if they look harsh.

Are my images uploaded?
Local processing happens in your browser, keeping your files private while you work. If you enable API mode, the image is sent to the configured service for complex scenes.

Can I process multiple images at once?
This demo focuses on single images for speed and simplicity. For batches, repeat the steps or integrate an API workflow on your server.

What is the maximum image size?
Very large images can slow down the browser. For best performance, keep files under ~25 MB and use modern hardware.

The download shows a checkerboard — is that saved?
The checkerboard is only a preview of transparency. The saved PNG has transparent pixels; most editors replace them with their own background.

Can I export as JPG?
JPG does not support transparency. If you need JPG, place the PNG on a solid background in your editor and then export as JPG.

Some background remains — what should I try?
Increase Tolerance in small steps (5–10). If the subject edge looks thin after that, reduce Tolerance slightly and increase Strength a little.

Edges look jagged — how do I smooth them?
Increase Strength to softly feather the transition. Also ensure your source photo is sharp and evenly lit for cleaner masks.

I see a faint color halo around the subject — how do I fix it?
Nudge Tolerance down slightly and raise Strength to blend the edge, or re‑shoot with stronger contrast between subject and background.

Does it work on mobile?
Yes, modern mobile browsers are supported. Very large images may process more slowly due to memory limits.

Will EXIF data be preserved?
The transparent PNG is newly generated and typically does not include the original EXIF metadata.

Can I undo changes and start over?
Use the Clear button to reset the canvas and results, then upload the image again with updated settings.

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