How to remove the background from a photo on iPhone

Use Remove BG in Removal to separate the subject from its background, then keep it transparent or choose a new background.

1. Open Remove BG

On the Removal home screen, tap Remove BG and choose a photo with a clear subject.

2. Check the cutout

Removal detects the subject and removes the background. Zoom in on hair, hands and other fine edges.

3. Fix the edges

Use Eraser to take away leftover background, or Restore to bring back parts of the subject that were cut off.

4. Pick a background and save

Choose Background to place the subject on a new background, or keep it transparent, then save a copy.

For a better result

A subject that stands out from the background gives the cleanest cutout. Busy patterns and fine hair usually need a quick pass with Eraser or Restore.

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