Adding a white background, step by step
- Upload your pictureDrag it into the box above, paste it, or tap Upload image.
- Wait a few secondsThe AI finds the subject and removes the old background on your device.
- White is applied automaticallyThe default is pure white (#FFFFFF). Switch to another color any time.
- DownloadJPG for documents and listings, PNG if you want to keep transparency.
Two ways to “add white”
There are really two different jobs people mean by this, and the tool handles both. If your image has a busy background, the AI cuts the subject out first and then fills white behind it. If your image is already a transparent PNG — a logo, an icon, a pre-cut subject — the tool skips the cutting and simply adds a solid white layer behind it, which is exactly what you need before uploading logos to platforms that don’t support transparency.
Tips for the cleanest result
Use even lighting
Bright, diffused light lets the AI trace contours accurately — especially around fine details.
Contrast helps
When the subject differs from its backdrop, separation gets even more precise. Any plain-ish surface works.
Keep it sharp
Lock focus on the subject. Clear edges mean cleaner cutouts and zero retouching afterwards.
Common questions
Can I add a white background to a logo or icon?
Yes — upload the transparent PNG and the tool places a clean white layer behind it without re-cutting anything.
Will the colors of my subject change?
No. The subject is kept exactly as photographed — only the background is replaced. Nothing is bleached or brightened.
Can I add an off-white or cream background instead?
Yes — use the custom color option and enter any hex code. For ready-made cream and ivory downloads, see off-white backgrounds.
What sizes can I download?
Original size by default, or document presets (2×2 in, 35×45 mm, 33×48 mm). For plain white images in screen sizes like 1920×1080 or 4K, use the download page.
Is there a file limit?
Up to 15 MB per image, in JPG, PNG or WebP. That covers full-resolution photos from any modern phone.