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Easily remove the black background from any image.

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Remove black background from your image

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Declutter your pics with Canva’s one-click black background remover. Then download your image for all your content and project needs.

Remove black image background with BG Remover

Remove black backgrounds in a snap

Tired of boring black backgrounds on your portraits or product shots? Canva’s powerful Background Remover uses AI to quickly separate your photo’s subject from a dull black background. Replace that dark backdrop with something vibrant, or keep it simple, it's up to you. Simply select BG Remover in our intuitive editor and get a clean, polished photo in seconds.

Select a default color as your image background

Create striking brand visuals

Don’t let a plain, dark backdrop stop you from creating stunning brand assets. Remove the black background of your image, choose a different background color that fits your aesthetic, and then seamlessly incorporate your new visuals into your presentations, social media posts, and web content. Let your brand shine with effortless designs that stand out, no complex software needed.

Drag and drop your transparent image

Versatile images for any design need

Unlock endless possibilities when you turn a black background to transparent. This versatility allows your image to blend smoothly into any project across different platforms. Enjoy a crisp, transparent image that's ready for anything, whether you're an entrepreneur who needs flawless e-signatures or a graphic designer making multiple logo variations.

Edit your image with Magic Expand

Add some magic to your workflow

Removing the black background from an image isn’t all you can do with Canva. Tap into your creativity and elevate any project with more AI-powered tools. Remove unwanted objects or elements using Magic Eraser, extend your image in any direction with Magic Expand, or make your entire picture selectable and customizable with Magic Grab for easy repositioning and editing.

How to remove the black background from an image

  1. Upload your image

    Select the Upload your image button, or drag and drop your file. Our platform supports JPG, PNG, HEIC, and SVG files. Log in or sign up if prompted.
  2. Remove the black background automatically

    Canva detects and removes the black background the moment you upload your photo, with no toolbar button or editor to open first.
  3. Check the result

    Your image appears right on the page with the black background gone. Compare it with the original, or upload a different file if it needs another pass.
  4. Download your image

    Download your image as a high-resolution file, ready to use right away. You can also share your new transparent image via social media, email, or link.
  5. Edit further in the Canva editor

    Want to make more changes? Open it in the Canva editor⁠(opens in a new tab or window) to add a new background color and refine your design.
How to remove the black background from an image

Frequently asked questions

  • Yes, you can easily remove the black background from an image on a desktop or mobile device. Take advantage of the same tools and features and edit seamlessly from one device to another. Simply start a design project or upload your image, and then remove its black background with a click.

  • Whether your image is a photo from your camera or a logo you created yourself, you can easily remove its black background on our platform. Just ensure that your file is one of the following types: JPG, PNG, HEIC/HEIF, WebP, or SVG.
  • Yes! When you upload a PDF on our platform, our PDF editor breaks it into editable elements you can customize like any design asset, including removing the background. Meanwhile, to remove the black background from a video, check out our Video Background Remover and other powerful tools.