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Features 3 min readUpdated February 15, 2026

How to Remove Image Backgrounds

Guide to using the AI background removal tool for transparent cutouts.

The AI Background Removal tool uses machine learning to automatically cut out the subject of a photo. ## How It Works 1. Upload a photo (JPG, PNG, WebP) 2. AI analyzes the image and detects the foreground subject 3. The background is removed, leaving a transparent PNG 4. Download your cutout image ## Best Results The tool works best with: - Clear distinction between subject and background - People, products, animals, and objects - Well-lit, in-focus subjects It may struggle with: - Complex hair or fur (use fine-edge mode) - Transparent or glass objects - Subjects with similar colors to the background ## Fine-Edge Mode For portraits with complex hair, enable Fine-Edge mode for better strand detection. ## Post-Processing After removal, you can: - Add a new background color or image in the Image Editor - Add a shadow - Export as PNG (transparent) or JPG (white background) ## Sign-In Requirement Background removal is an AI tool and requires a free Kamili account.
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How to Remove Image Backgrounds — Kamili Toolbox