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Step-by-Step Guide

How to Make a Background Transparent

This guide walks through removing an image background and reviewing the result. Processing time varies with the image, selected model, provider load, and network. The download format is PNG. To keep a transparent background, leave the background transparent rather than selecting an opaque background color. Edge pixels or export dimensions may change; inspect the result.

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Supports PNG, JPG, WEBP and other common formats

How to make a background transparent in 4 steps

  1. 1

    Pick a source image

    Any JPG, PNG, or WebP up to 25 MB can be used. Inspect the result because edge pixels or export dimensions may change.

  2. 2

    Upload and let the AI work

    Drop the file into the upload area. Processing time varies with image size, model, provider, and current load.

  3. 3

    Pick the right model in advanced settings

    Auto chooses the available removal route. Choose an explicit model in Advanced settings when you need manual edge controls.

  4. 4

    Download the PNG

    The download format is PNG. To keep a transparent background, leave the background transparent rather than selecting an opaque background color.

  5. 5

    Verify by opening on a coloured background

    Open the PNG where you plan to use it and inspect the result before publishing or printing.

Built for

Stickers and overlays

Make a sticker-style PNG of any subject for use in Stories, video editing apps, or messaging stickers.

Logo overlays on photos

Watermark your photos with a transparent logo — without a white box around it that ruins the composition.

Photo composites

Combine a transparent subject with a different background photo for posters, ads, social, or just for fun.

Web hero images

Drop a transparent product or person onto a coloured website hero section without the original photo backdrop conflicting with your design.

Pro tips

Transparent is not the same as white

A white background and a transparent background can look similar. Inspect the result in the context where you plan to use it.

PNG is the universal transparent format

The download format is PNG. To keep a transparent background, leave the background transparent rather than selecting an opaque background color.

JPG doesn't do transparent

The download format is PNG. Choose the background setting that fits how you plan to use the image.

Use the checkered preview to verify

Inspect the result after download before using it in another design.

Anti-aliasing matters for clean edges

Fine edges can vary with the source image and processing route. Inspect the result around detailed edges.

Frequently asked questions

What does transparent background actually mean?

A transparent background lets the surface behind an image show through. To keep one, leave the background transparent rather than selecting an opaque background color.

Why does my JPG look the same after?

The download format is PNG. To keep a transparent background, leave the background transparent rather than selecting an opaque background color.

Can I edit the cutout edges manually?

Download the mask for use in an external editor when you need manual refinement.

Does it work on transparent-already images?

Yes, but the AI re-detects what's foreground vs background. If your input already has perfect transparency, don't re-process — you'll just trade existing alpha for the AI's interpretation.

Do I keep my image's resolution?

Edge pixels or export dimensions may change; inspect the result.

Will it work on a phone?

Use a current browser and inspect the result before using it.

Is the output watermarked?

The download format is PNG. Inspect the result before using it.

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