
Background Remover
Remove the background from any image in seconds.
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How to remove the background from a picture
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Upload your image
Select the “Upload your image” button or easily drag and drop your files into the section.
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Edit your design
Select “BG Remover” on the toolbar to remove the background of your image in seconds.
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Download your design
Finally, download your design as a high-resolution PNG file.
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Wipe out distractions instantly
Need a quick headshot for your CV or a custom photo for tomorrow’s class presentation? Simply tap “BG Remover” in our intuitive editor, then remove the background and use your image however you like! The image background remover on Canva speeds up the editing process by instinctively detecting the foreground in your photo, so you can focus on what matters most.

Transform images for any purpose
Background Remover works on a range of images, from people and animals to objects. Upload in JPG, PNG, HEIC, or HEIF formats, or choose a stock photo from our library to remove the image background. Even with no design experience, get gorgeous product shots for your e-commerce site or create a collage of images. Unlock unlimited design possibilities by making your photo background transparent using Canva’s transparent image maker . Sign up for Canva Pro for unlimited usage and access to more tools like Video Background Remover .

Cut perfectly to your needs
Use our online background remover to make precise adjustments to your photos and achieve the perfect cutout. Taper the edges by erasing or restoring portions of the background. Set a new scene by picking a new background from the stock library. Then, spice up your image with filters and enhancers . Generate stunning visuals that drive your message home with the Background Remover, whether you’re editing photos or fine-tuning slides before converting a PPT to PDF online.
How to remove the background from an image
Open Canva
Launch Canva on the app or a web browser. Start a new design project from scratch, or choose a pre-made template from our gallery.
Upload your image
Select your file from your device or drag and drop it onto the page. Canva will immediately turn your image file into an editable design.
Remove the photo background
Select your image and tap BG Remover on the toolbar to remove its background. To refine your photo further, click on BG Remover again, then manually select the portions you want to adjust.
Enhance your design
Go beyond simple background removal with our powerful photo editor(opens in a new tab or window) . Crop(opens in a new tab or window) your image to reframe it, add text to tell a better story, or find other graphic elements to complement your design.
Download in PNG format
Download your image as a high-resolution PNG file. Share it online or use it for your brand assets, presentations, and other digital design materials.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best background removal?
Look no further for the best background remover. Our tool makes automatic background removal effortless. Simply drag and drop your photo to instantly upload and open a new design project in our online editor. Select your photo, then click “BG Remover” to work your magic.
How do I make a background transparent?
To make the background of your image transparent, upload your image and drag and drop it into your design. Click your photo, then click “BG Remover” on the editor toolbar. Once you’re happy with your design, download it as a PNG image with a transparent background.
How to change the background of a photo?
You can immediately make a new backdrop once you’ve removed the existing image background. Browse our extensive media library to find stock images of patterns, lines, and shapes, or upload your own. Click on your chosen image and adjust its position on the canvas. Then scale, move, and layer the original image to position it on the new background.
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Background Remover — one-click tool to remove or replace image backgrounds and refine cutouts for product shots and headshots.