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Portrait-mode blur

Blur the background — keep the subject sharp

Upload a photo and we separate the subject from the background automatically. Choose how strong the blur should be, fine-tune it in the editor and download a JPG or PNG.

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How to blur the background of a photo

Three steps, no special camera or editing skills.

  1. 1

    Upload your photo

    Use a PNG, JPG or WebP. We find the subject and separate it from the background automatically.

  2. 2

    Set the blur

    Drag the slider from a light, natural blur to a strong portrait-mode look. Changes are free.

  3. 3

    Adjust and download

    Move, resize or brighten the subject in the editor if needed, then download a JPG or PNG.

When to blur the background

Blur hides distractions and draws the eye to what matters.

  • Portraits

    Get the soft background of a portrait lens from an ordinary phone photo.

  • Product photos

    Keep the setting for context while the product stays in sharp focus.

  • Hide what's behind you

    Blur a messy room, passers-by or personal details before you share a photo.

  • Social media posts

    Make selfies and stories stand out with a professional depth effect.

  • Pet photos

    Bring the focus to your pet even when the background is busy.

  • Travel and event photos

    Soften crowded backgrounds so the people you were with stand out.

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Blur background FAQ

Is blurring the background free?
Yes. Each photo uses one background removal from your free daily allowance or your credits. Changing the blur strength, switching to a color or editing afterwards costs nothing.
Will there be a halo around the subject?
No. Before blurring, the subject is taken out of the background and the gap is filled from its surroundings, so the subject's edges don't smear into the blur. The result looks like a real portrait lens.
How strong should the blur be?
A light blur keeps the scene recognizable, which suits product and travel photos. A strong blur gives the classic portrait look. You can change it as often as you like.
Which formats can I upload and download?
You can upload PNG, JPG and WebP photos. Download the result as a JPG for sharing or as a PNG for the best quality.
Can I edit the subject after blurring?
Yes. Open the editor to move, resize or rotate the subject and adjust brightness and contrast. The background stays blurred.
What happens to my photo?
Your photo is sent to our servers only to remove the background. It isn't used to train models or shared with third parties. The blur and your edits run in your browser.

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