Is my image uploaded to a server?

No. Your image never leaves your device. All processing happens locally in your browser using WebAssembly AI.

Remove background online

Upload a photo, get a clean transparent cutout in seconds. Processed on your device — your image is never uploaded to a server.

Drop an image, or click to upload

Works from your gallery or camera on mobile

JPG · PNG · WEBP · UP TO 15MB

Your image is never uploaded anywhere — it's processed entirely in your browser, either with a bundled AI model or a local fallback if unavailable.

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Runs entirely in your browser — no upload, no download.

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How it works

Cutout uses an AI segmentation model — the same category of technology behind professional editing tools — to identify the subject of your photo and separate it from the background. Unlike most "free" background removers, the model runs as WebAssembly directly in your browser instead of on a remote server, so nothing about your image is ever transmitted anywhere.

Upload your photo

Drag a JPG, PNG, or WEBP file into the upload area, or select one from your device. Files stay local — nothing is sent to a server at this stage or any other.

AI detects the subject

An ISNet segmentation model, run through ONNX Runtime's WebAssembly build, analyzes the image pixel-by-pixel to distinguish the foreground subject from everything behind it — including fine detail like hair and edges.

Download the result

Compare the original and the cutout with the drag slider, then download a transparent PNG or a version with a plain white background — full resolution, no watermark.

Who uses a background remover, and why

E-commerce product photos

Marketplaces like Amazon, Etsy, and Shopify storefronts generally require product images on a clean white or transparent background. Cutting out a busy studio or warehouse background in seconds saves a trip to a photo editor for every new listing.

ID and passport-style photos

Many visa, passport, and ID applications require a plain, uniform background — usually white or light grey. Removing a cluttered real-world background and placing the subject on a solid color helps meet that requirement.

Social media and thumbnails

Cut-out subjects — a product, a pet, a person — are a staple of thumbnail design and promotional graphics, letting the subject be composited onto any backdrop, banner, or template.

Presentations and design mockups

Designers and students frequently need to lift an object or headshot out of its original photo to place it into a slide, poster, or mockup without a distracting background competing for attention.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I remove a background from an image for free?

Click "Drop an image, or click to upload" above, select your photo, and the AI automatically removes the background in seconds. Download as a transparent PNG — no signup or payment required, ever.

Is this background remover really free?

Yes, completely free. No hidden fees, no watermarks, no account needed. The AI model runs entirely in your browser so there is no server cost per image.

What image formats are supported?

JPG, JPEG, PNG, and WEBP images are supported, up to 15MB in size. Most phone photos and product images work perfectly.

Is my photo uploaded to a server?

No. Your image never leaves your device. All AI processing happens locally in your browser using WebAssembly — nothing is sent to any server, so your photos stay completely private.

Can I remove the background from a photo of a person?

Yes. The AI is specifically trained to detect people, products, animals, and objects accurately — including fine details like hair and edges.

What can I download after removing the background?

You can download a transparent PNG (background fully removed) or a JPG with a plain white background — both at full resolution with no watermark.