Simple headshot
Representative result
A generated head-and-shoulders portrait with clear tonal separation provides the baseline case.
Synthetic fictional person generated specifically for this demo; not a customer or identified real person.
For Headshots & ID Photos
Portrait Background Remover
A professional headshot can help you present a consistent image, and you can start with a phone selfie, tourist photo, or Zoom screenshot. Upload a portrait to separate the subject from the background for LinkedIn, a resume, a passport-style ID photo, or your team's About page. 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. Inspect the result before using it for an ID photo.
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Supports PNG, JPG, WEBP and other common formats
Real preset results
Each result below is the untouched PNG returned by the current preset on our recorded staging runtime. Generated demo inputs are disclosed, and difficult results stay visible.
Curly hair with contrast
Representative result
High background contrast makes the committed curl-edge behavior easy to inspect.
Synthetic fictional person generated specifically for this demo; not a customer or identified real person.
Glasses and earrings
Representative result
Thin frames and small earrings provide inspectable edge details without claiming guaranteed preservation.
Synthetic fictional person generated specifically for this demo; not a customer or identified real person.
Loose hair on a similar tone
Mixed result — review the limitation
Several loose strands merge with the similarly colored wall; the limitation is visible and the output was not retouched.
Synthetic fictional person generated specifically for this demo; not a customer or identified real person.
How to remove the background from a portrait
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Upload the portrait
Drag in a JPG, PNG, or WEBP. Phone photos, screenshots, and webcam captures are supported. For ID photos, shoot against a contrasting wall first to give the AI an easier edge.
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Pick the portrait model
Auto chooses the available removal route. Choose an explicit model in Advanced settings when you need manual edge controls.
- 3
Choose Alpha Matting settings
Select a compatible explicit model before enabling Alpha Matting. The Portrait preset already selects birefnet-portrait and enables the current 240/10/10 settings.
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Review and download
Use the compare slider to inspect the hairline and earring edges. 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.
Built for
LinkedIn profile photo
Drop the cutout onto a brand-coloured backdrop or LinkedIn's default grey for a polished, consistent look across all your social profiles.
Resume and CV portraits
A clean white-background portrait can help keep a CV presentation consistent. Review the result before using it.
Passport, visa, and ID photos
Country requirements vary on background colour (often pure white or light grey). Choose #ffffff for pure white and verify the applicable requirements before publishing or printing.
Team About pages
Give your company's About page a uniform headshot row, even when the photos came from different phones, locations, and lighting setups.
Pro tips
Choose a model when you need control
Auto chooses the available removal route. Choose an explicit model in Advanced settings when you need manual edge controls. Inspect the result after choosing an explicit model.
Choose Alpha Matting settings
Select a compatible explicit model before enabling Alpha Matting. The Portrait preset already selects birefnet-portrait and enables the current 240/10/10 settings.
Crop close before uploading for ID photos
Passport and ID-photo requirements vary. Crop the image as needed, then verify dimensions, head position, background, and the processed result against the current issuing authority's rules.
Match the backdrop to the use case
Pale grey for LinkedIn, pure white for resumes and US passports, off-white for UK passports. Composite by setting the background colour after the cut.
Avoid backlighting
Strong light behind the subject can create a dark silhouette. Use a photo with clear separation between subject and background, then inspect the result.
Frequently asked questions
Will my hair look natural after cutout?
Select a compatible explicit model before enabling Alpha Matting. The Portrait preset already selects birefnet-portrait and enables the current 240/10/10 settings. Inspect the result, especially around fine details.
Can I keep my glasses, hat, or earrings?
The AI can treat items physically attached to the subject as part of the subject. Inspect the result for frames, jewelry, hats, and headphones.
Does it work for group photos?
The model may treat all human subjects together. If you only want one person, crop them out before uploading. Download the mask for use in an external editor.
Can I use this for a passport photo?
Background removal alone does not make a passport photo compliant. Verify dimensions, head position, expression, background, and other current requirements with the issuing authority before printing or submitting.
What if the lighting on my face is bad?
Harsh shadows or backlighting can reduce cutout quality and are not corrected by background removal. If possible, retake the photo with even front lighting, then inspect the result.
Is my photo private?
Uploads may use short-lived VPS storage and are deleted after processing or expiry cleanup. Review the current privacy information before uploading sensitive images.
What resolution is the output?
Edge pixels or export dimensions may change; inspect the result. Verify the dimensions and current requirements before using a result for printing or an ID photo.
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