Remove a Black Background
Strip a black or dark background off your subject and save a clean transparent PNG, in your browser.
A solid black background can hide a subject or clash with the page it lands on. This tool detects your subject and removes the dark background behind it, leaving a clean transparent PNG. It works whether the black is a studio backdrop, a night shot, or a flat fill behind a graphic.
Drop an image to remove its background
PNG, JPG, WEBP, or HEIC — up to 25 MB. Opens in the editor.
How do I remove a black background from an image?
Upload a photo with a dark or black backdrop and the AI separates the subject, leaving a transparent PNG. It works on studio shots and graphics, and runs entirely in your browser.
What you can do
Studio & low-light shots
Lift a subject off a black studio backdrop or a dark scene.
Graphics on dark fills
Pull artwork and text off a solid black background.
Transparent overlays
Get a clean PNG to layer onto any colour or photo.
Product & gear photos
Free a product from a dark surface for listings and ads.
Frequently asked questions
Will dark subjects survive a black background?
As long as the subject is reasonably lit and stands out from the black, it cuts cleanly. Very dark subjects on black can need a quick touch-up.
What do I get back?
A transparent PNG where the black background used to be.
Can I add a different background after?
Yes. Drop in a solid colour or your own image once the black is removed.
Is there a watermark or signup?
Neither. It is free, with no account and no watermark.