Image Background Remover

Remove image backgrounds with AI. Download as transparent PNG.

Drag & drop your image here

or click to browse

Supports JPG, PNG, WebP (max 20 MB)

AI-powered background removal runs entirely in your browser. Your image is never uploaded to any server.

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How to use Image Background Remover

1

Drag and drop an image or click to browse. Supported formats: JPG, JPEG, PNG, and WebP.

2

Click the "Remove Background" button to start the AI-powered background removal process.

3

Wait for the AI model to process. The first use may take a moment as the model (~40 MB) is downloaded and cached in your browser.

4

Preview the result with a transparent checkerboard background, then download it as a PNG file.

How it works

This tool uses an AI-powered background removal model that runs entirely in your browser using WebAssembly and ONNX Runtime:

  • AI Model: A neural network trained to distinguish foreground subjects from backgrounds. It uses image segmentation to produce accurate cutouts.
  • Browser Execution: The model runs via ONNX Runtime Web (WebAssembly), meaning no server-side processing is needed. Everything happens on your device.
  • First-Load: On first use, the AI model files (~40 MB) are downloaded and cached in your browser by @imgly/background-removal. Subsequent uses are instant.
  • Output: The result is returned as a PNG Blob with a transparent background, which you can download directly.
  • Privacy: Your image never leaves your device. No data is uploaded, transmitted, or stored on any server.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is my image uploaded to a server?
No. The AI model runs entirely in your browser using WebAssembly and ONNX Runtime. Your image is never uploaded, transmitted, or stored on any server. Your privacy is fully protected.
What image formats are supported?
You can upload JPG/JPEG, PNG, and WebP images. The output is always downloaded as a transparent PNG file, which preserves the transparent background.
Why does the first use take longer?
The AI model is approximately 40 MB in size. On first use, it needs to be downloaded and initialized in your browser. This is a one-time operation — the model is then cached for all future uses, making subsequent removals much faster.
Can I remove backgrounds from transparent images?
Yes, you can upload images that already have transparent areas (like PNGs). The AI will still attempt to detect and remove the remaining background. The output will be a PNG with enhanced transparency.

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