Movavi Photo Editor

Instantly remove and replace photo backgrounds

By clicking the download button, you're downloading a trial version of the program.*

Meet the Background Removal Software

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Remove backgrounds automatically with AI

Use our offline background remover to separate your subject from the background in just a few clicks, without losing important details. The tool handles the selection for you, so there’s no need to deal with complex outlines or learn advanced techniques.

Replace backgrounds with custom images

After you remove the background from the image, you can easily switch it to something that better fits your idea. Choose a solid color, a photo, or any image to adjust the overall look and feel.

Improve results with additional editing tools

Make quick adjustments to refine your image. Built-in tools help fix small details and bring everything together into a clean, consistent result.

Easily remove a background from an image

Movavi offers background removal software designed for quick edits without unnecessary steps. The tools are arranged in a practical way, so you can keep a clear focus on your image instead of spending time figuring out what to do next.

Upload a photo, isolate the main subject, and continue editing in the same workspace. There’s no need to switch between programs, so your work stays uninterrupted.

This free background remover is available for Windows and Mac computers, so you can start editing right away.

How to remove a background for free

Step 1. Install the program and add your image

Download and install Movavi Photo Editor, then launch the program. Click Add image or drag and drop your file into the workspace to open the photo you want to edit. Once your image appears in the editor, you can start preparing it for editing with the built-in image background remover.

Step 2. Remove and adjust the background

Go to the Background change tab and select Automatically to remove the background using AI. The program will detect the main subject and separate it from the background.

If the result needs adjustment, click Edit and refine the selection with the Lasso or Selection Brush, then click Apply to confirm the changes.

You can also click Add photo to place a new background or choose one of the built-in options before moving on.

Step 3. Save the edited image

When you’re satisfied with the result, click Finish, then Save. In the window that opens, choose the format, adjust the quality settings if needed, and select a location for your file. Click Save again to export the final image.

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Easily enhance images and get professional-grade results in a snap.

*The trial version of Movavi Photo Editor has the following restrictions: you can save up to 10 images with added watermark, screenshots are disabled.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I remove the background from a pic?

To remove the background from a picture, you first need to install a photo editor that supports background removal. Here’s how to remove background from picture in Movavi Photo Editor:

  1. Open the program and load your image.
  2. Go to the Background change tab.
  3. Use the automatic option to detect the subject and delete the background, or remove it manually.
  4. Refine the edges if needed and apply the changes.
  5. Save the edited image.

Can ChatGPT remove a background from an image?

ChatGPT can work with images and apply basic edits, including changing or removing backgrounds. You can upload a picture and describe the result you want, and the system will generate a new version based on your request.

However, the result may not be a clean cutout or a transparent background, and there are no options to fine-tune small details. For more precise results, it’s better to use a dedicated program or an app like Movavi Photo Editor.

How do I auto remove background for free?

Install a photo editor that includes automatic background removal. In Movavi Photo Editor, open your image and select the automatic background removal option in the Background change tab. The program uses AI to separate the subject from the background. This feature is available for a PC and works in a few steps.

Can I remove the background from an iPhone photo?

On an iPhone, you can remove the background using built-in iOS tools or third-party apps. For more precise control, transfer the image to a computer and edit it in Movavi Photo Editor, where background removal and manual adjustments are available.

Movavi Photo Editor
Easily enhance images and get professional-grade results in a snap.

*The trial version of Movavi Photo Editor has the following restrictions: you can save up to 10 images with added watermark, screenshots are disabled.

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