Background remover
Remove the background from any image with AI and use the primary elements in any context.
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Get the look you want, fast
Think creating, not cutting. Our intuitive AI background eraser tool automatically detects your foreground image, and then seamlessly removes image backgrounds to help you produce high-quality images in just seconds.
Spotlight your subject
Remove white backgrounds or detailed ones, and create a single focal point that gives your visuals a clean, professional appearance. Ideal for impactful product photography, engaging social media posts, website imagery, and more.
Transform your images
Experience the efficiency of our free background remover, then elevate your visuals further by exploring Wixel's complete range of visual creation tools designed to help you tailor your images for any project.
How to remove image backgrounds with AI
A background remover is an incredibly valuable online tool that makes it easy for you to achieve a clean, professional look for any image. Just follow these simple steps.
1. Upload your image
Begin by uploading the image you wish to edit. Our platform supports various formats, making it easy to start the process.
2. Refine the cutout
The background tool will open automatically and you can fine-tune your image to get the exact look you want.
3. Add a new background if needed
You can choose to keep a transparent background, replace the old one with a solid color, or generate a new one using AI.
4. Preview for last looks
Before you save your image, give it one final check to make sure it looks the way you envisioned.
You can always edit further if needed.
5. Download your edited image
Once you’re satisfied with the results, download your final image with a transparent background for use in any project or presentation.
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FAQs
How do I remove the background of a photo?
To remove the background of a photo using Wixel’s background remover, simply upload your image and use the intuitive background eraser tool to remove unwanted areas. The bg remover can remove any kind of background, from simple, solid colors to complex, busy backgrounds with ease.It automatically detects the main subject in your photo and cleanly cuts it out.
Here’s how to remove the background from an image:
Open your project in Wixel
Upload or select the image you want to remove the background from
Click Remove Background
From there, you can replace your image background or keep editing with the AI photo editor. If you want to keep the background transparent, make sure to download in PNG format when you’re ready.
Is Wixel’s background remover free?
Yes, Wixel’s background remover is free to use. With Wixel’s free plan, you have 20 weekly credits to use any AI feature, including the background remover, AI art generator, and more. Wixel also offers paid plans if you need to use AI more often in your creative work:
Max: includes 2,000 AI credits per month
Pro: includes 800 AI credits per month
Basic: includes 200 AI credits per month
Any manual edits you make with Wixel are free, like resizing or adding text to a photo.
Is the AI background remover easy to use?
Yes, Wixel’s AI background remover is designed to be quick and easy to use, making it perfect for people of all skill levels. Once you upload an image, the background remover automatically detects the subject and cleanly removes the background in a single click. This one-step process makes our bg remover ideal for projects like creating product images, designing clean portraits for resumes or LinkedIn, and making subjects stand out in social media posts or presentations.
Can I remove the image background without losing any quality?
Yes, our background remover preserves your photo's original quality during the editing process. You even have the option to further elevate your image. Wixel’s free image enhancer can instantly increase resolution and improve sharpness for crystal-clear detail. When your edits are complete, you can confidently download your new image in high quality, ready for any professional or personal use.
What is the best background remover?
The best background remover supports your specific creative needs and project goals. As you look for the right tool, here are some important factors to consider:
Speed and accuracy: look for a background remover with an intuitive interface. The best tools use AI to remove backgrounds with precision in just one click, saving you time doing it manually.
Additional editing: you might want to do more than remove the background from an image. The best background removal tools should be part of a larger creative suite, allowing you to make further edits without needing to switch to another app.
Image quality: ensure the tool preserves the original quality of your photo. The ability to download a high-resolution image with a transparent background (as a PNG file) is essential for professional use.
Versatility: the right photo background remover should be flexible. It needs to deliver excellent results for any project, whether you’re creating e-commerce product photos, professional headshots, or assets for a marketing campaign.
Wixel’s free background remover fulfills all these requirements, giving you the power to create high-quality, professional images with ease, all in one place.
How do I make my photo have a white background?
To get a white background, all you need to do is remove the original background from your photo and replace it with a solid white one. Start by uploading your photo to Wixel, and erasing the background with the AI background remover. Then, you can easily replace the background with a solid white one.
Adding a clean, white background takes only a few seconds and is the perfect way to create a professional look for product photos, headshots, or website images.
Can I change my photo background to something else?
Yes, instead of just removing a photo background, you can generate a new one or choose an image, pattern, or color.
Here’s how to replace an image background with Wixel:
Select the image you want to edit
Click Edit Image at the top
Choose Replace Background
To replace the background, you can generate a new one with a text prompt, or choose a solid color, pattern or a new image.
Where can I get images with transparent backgrounds?
You can find pre-made transparent images (often called transparent PNGs) on many stock image sites. But it might be difficult to find the image you need, or you could face licensing restrictions.
In some cases, it might be faster and easier to create an image with a transparent background yourself. With Wixel’s AI background remover, you can easily do this with any image you want. This is ideal for:
Removing backgrounds from your own product photos
Creating cutouts of team members for a website
Isolating any subject from any picture
Simply upload the image you want to use, and remove the background quickly and easily. You can then download a high-quality, transparent PNG file that you can use for your project.
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