Dial the intensity
Subtle blur feels editorial; heavier blur feels cinematic. Keep catchlights and eyes crisp.
Use case · Blur BG
Blur Background of Portrait Photos
Get a DSLR-style portrait look in the browser — subject sharp, distractions softened.
Workspace
Upload. Process. Export.
Drop a photo below. Subject stays clear, only background gets blurred.
~2–3s typicalJPG · PNG · WEBPMax 15MB
Blur intensity
55Subject stays clear
Drop your image here
or click to browse · Max 15MB
Choose File No signup Subject stays clear Auto-delete in 1 hour
When to remove instead
Need transparent PNG or pure white? Use Remove BG, not blur.
Hair and glasses
Even lighting helps the model separate subject from backdrop cleanly.
FAQ
Does blur make a transparent PNG?
No — blur keeps the scene, just softened. Use Remove BG for transparency.
Good for LinkedIn?
Yes — professional headshots often look better with mild background blur.
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