Background removal
Remove image
background.
Cut out any subject and clear the background right in your browser — precise selection, layer masks and refine-edge — then export a clean transparent PNG. Try it free; $19.99 to download & own, no subscription.
Clean cutouts
Precise cutouts, transparent PNGs
Everything you need to isolate a subject and drop the background.
Smart selection
Select subjects with the marquee, lasso and quick-select tools, then fine-tune the edge.
Mask, don't erase
Hide the background with a non-destructive layer mask so you can bring detail back any time.
Refine the edges
Feather, expand and clean up hair and soft edges for a natural cutout.
Transparent PNG
Export a PNG with a real transparent background — ready to drop onto any design.
Replace or blur
Swap in a new background, add a solid color, or blur it for a clean product look.
Browser or desktop
Work in a tab or in the offline app you own — no upload required.
FAQ
Common questions
How do I remove the background from an image?
Open your image, select the subject with the quick-select or lasso tools, add a layer mask to hide the background, refine the edge, then export a transparent PNG.
Is it free?
Yes — remove backgrounds free in your browser. The one-time $19.99 download adds the offline app you own, with no subscription.
Can I get a transparent background?
Yes. Export as PNG and the removed area stays fully transparent, ready to place on any background.
Does it work for product photos?
Yes. Clean cutouts on a transparent or white background are ideal for product listings and marketing images.
Remove backgrounds without a subscription
Own the editor for $19.99 — no monthly fee, no watermark.