AI Background Blur
Blur photo or webcam backgrounds instantly using AI. Portrait mode for any image — runs entirely in your browser.
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MediaPipe Selfie Segmentation (~2MB, one-time)
How to use
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Upload a photo or switch to Live Camera mode. The AI model loads automatically — no setup needed.
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Adjust the blur intensity from Subtle to Maximum, or choose a preset. The result updates in real time.
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Download the blurred image as a PNG. For live camera, the blur applies instantly to your webcam feed.
Free AI Background Blur — Blur Photo Backgrounds Online Instantly
Blur photo or webcam backgrounds instantly using AI. Portrait mode for any image — 4 blur presets, real-time camera preview. 100% private, runs in your browser. No signup.
Skycally's AI Background Blur uses MediaPipe Selfie Segmentation to automatically detect the person in your photo or webcam feed and apply a smooth blur to everything behind them. The result looks like portrait mode on a high-end smartphone — without needing one. Upload any JPG, PNG, or WebP image and the blurred version appears in seconds.
Four blur presets cover every use case: Subtle (8px) for a gentle depth-of-field effect, Portrait (15px) for the classic smartphone bokeh look, Studio (22px) for a professional photography feel, and Maximum (30px) for heavily defocused backgrounds. A slider lets you fine-tune to any value between 5 and 30 pixels.
Live Camera mode applies background blur to your webcam feed in real time — ideal for testing how you'll look in a video call or creating content with a blurred background without a green screen. The camera starts and stops with a single click and requires only browser camera permission — no extension or software needed.
Everything runs locally in your browser using WebAssembly and the MediaPipe AI model. Your photos and camera feed never leave your device and are never uploaded to any server. This makes the tool completely safe for personal photos, professional headshots, confidential meeting backgrounds, and any image you would not want stored on a third-party service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this work for group photos with multiple people?
Yes. The AI detects all people in the frame and keeps them in focus while blurring the background behind all of them.
Can I use this for video call backgrounds?
Yes — use Live Camera mode to preview your blurred background in real time. Note that this tool cannot directly integrate with Zoom or Teams as a virtual camera; use it to create a blurred background image to upload as a virtual background.
What blur strength should I use?
For a natural portrait look, use the Portrait preset (15px). For a strong studio effect, try Studio (22px). Subtle (8px) works well for product photos and headshots where a gentle blur is preferred.
Does it work with non-human subjects?
The model is optimized for human subjects. For objects, pets, or scenes without people, results may be less accurate.
Is my photo uploaded to a server?
No. Everything runs locally in your browser using WebAssembly. Your images and camera feed never leave your device.
What image formats are supported?
JPG, PNG, and WebP are all supported. The output is always saved as a high-quality PNG to preserve transparency and avoid compression artifacts.
How long does the AI model take to load?
The MediaPipe model loads once when you first open the tool — typically 2–4 seconds depending on your internet speed. Subsequent uses in the same session are instant.
Does this work on mobile?
Yes. Upload mode works on all mobile browsers. Live Camera mode works on mobile browsers that support getUserMedia — most modern iOS and Android browsers do.
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