Remove the Background from a Photo
Many forms ask for a photo on a plain white or light background. The Background Remover cuts out the background and lets you pick a new one, such as white, blue, grey or transparent. Smart mode uses AI on our server, and Plain mode stays on your device.
Open the Background Remover →How to do it
- Open the Background Remover and drop a JPG, PNG or WebP photo (up to 10 MB).
- Choose a method: Smart AI for photos of people, or Plain background if the photo was taken against a wall or sheet.
- Pick the new background: transparent, white, blue, grey or any colour.
- Click Remove background, check the preview, then download a PNG (keeps transparency) or a JPG.
Good to know
- Smart mode sends your photo to our server, where an AI model cuts out the person and returns a transparent PNG. Plain background mode never leaves your device. If the AI model is not ready yet (it loads when the server wakes), the server uses a basic method and the tool tells you.
- Plain background mode works best on an evenly coloured wall or sheet. If too much or too little is removed, move the Sensitivity slider.
- Check the edges, especially hair, before you submit the photo. If the result is not clean, retake the photo in good light against a plain wall.
- For a passport photo, choose a white background and download the JPG. Then use the Photo & Signature Resizer if the form asks for a size in KB.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a white background for a passport photo?
Drop the photo, choose a method, pick the white swatch and click Remove background. Download the JPG.
Is my photo uploaded?
In Smart mode, yes: the photo is sent to our server to be processed and returned to you. In Plain background mode it stays on your device. Avoid Smart mode on a shared computer or for documents you do not want to upload.
Does it work on every photo?
It works best on clear photos with one person or a plain wall behind the subject. Busy backgrounds or hair against similar colours can leave rough edges.
Is it free?
Yes. No sign-up and no watermark.