AI Image Editor Free Online

Create studio-quality visuals with CapCut’s free AI image editor. Remove backgrounds, clean up images, upscale to 4K, or generate visuals from text—fast, simple, and works across all platforms.

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No install. Works on Web, iOS, Android, and Desktop.

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AI Tools You Need

Discover the powerful features that make our product stand out from the competition.

One-click Background Remover

Instantly cut out subjects with pixel-accurate edges and smart hair handling. Replace the background with a solid color, gradient, or your own image, and fine-tune with feathering and edge refinement. Learn more in our free AI image editor overview.

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Feature demo: magic eraser removes unwanted objects seamlessly

Magic Eraser for Objects

Erase unwanted people, logos, or clutter in seconds. The AI reconstructs missing pixels to maintain realistic textures and lighting. Try it inside the online photo editor for quicker workflows.

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Feature demo: AI upscaler to 4K with sharper details and reduced noise

AI Image Upscaler to 4K

Sharpen soft images and reduce noise while enlarging up to 400%. Recover detail in faces, text, and fine patterns for crisp results. Read the AI upscaler guide to get best practices.

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How It Works

Upload or import your image

Drag and drop from your device or import via CapCut Cloud, Google Drive, or Dropbox to start editing immediately without installing anything. See also Dropbox sync for faster cloud imports.

Apply AI tools in seconds

Remove the background, erase objects, upscale details, or generate new visuals from text while the editor auto-tunes color and lighting. Explore the AI image editor free guide.

Fine-tune and style it

Adjust exposure and contrast, add text and stickers, pick templates, and align layouts to your brand for consistent, professional results. Start inside the online photo editor.

Export and share anywhere

Download high-quality PNG/JPG (including transparency), copy to clipboard, share to social, or move the image into a CapCut video project. Convert assets when needed with utilities like WEBP to JPG.

Step 1: Upload in CapCut AI image editor free

Step 2: Remove background to transparent checkerboard with one click

Step 3: Enhance and style with smart sliders and templates

Step 4: Export PNG/JPG with transparency and share options

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What You Can Create

Use case: social thumbnail design with cutout and bold title

Social thumbnails and covers

Craft eye-catching YouTube thumbnails, TikTok covers, and Instagram posts with clean cutouts, bold text, and consistent color grading.

Use case: ecommerce product photo with clean background

Ecommerce product photos

Remove busy backgrounds, erase dust and reflections, and boost clarity for store-ready images. Export transparent PNGs for listings and ads.

Avatars and profile pictures

Improve portraits with subtle retouching, better lighting, and stylish backgrounds for professional headshots or playful avatars.

Campaign poster/banner example with creator cutout

Posters, banners, and flyers

Combine text-to-image with templates to produce campaign visuals on demand and export print-ready files or web-optimized graphics.

FAQ — Free AI Image Editor

Is CapCut’s AI image editor truly free?

Yes — core tools like background remover, magic eraser, upscaler, and auto enhance are free. Items labeled “Pro” (advanced assets, some premium features, larger cloud storage) require a subscription. Start online with no credit card and no install via the online photo editor.

Which platforms does it work on?

CapCut works on Web, iOS, Android, and Desktop. Sign in to sync files via CapCut Cloud and switch devices without losing progress. See the overview article for tips.

How does CapCut handle my privacy and data?

Your files are stored in CapCut Cloud under your account. You control sharing and can delete projects anytime. Review official policies within the app or website.

What export formats and quality are supported?

Export PNG or JPG, including transparent backgrounds. The AI Upscaler can enlarge images up to 4K while improving sharpness and reducing noise.

Are there limits on storage or usage?

Free accounts include limited cloud storage. Upgrade to CapCut Pro for more space, premium assets, and advanced collaboration. Details vary by region and plan.

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