Background Removal Service
Background removal isolates the subject of a photo and replaces the original backdrop with white, transparent or any custom background. Photo Fixion removes backgrounds by hand, which keeps product edges accurate and makes images ready for online stores and marketplaces.
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At a glance
Background Removal at a glance
| What it is | Clean white, transparent or custom backgrounds for product photos. |
|---|---|
| Best for | Online stores, Marketplace main images, Advertising creatives |
| Method | Hand-drawn paths and masks, chosen per image |
| Turnaround | 24 hours standard, 12 hours express, 6 hours rush |
| File formats | PNG (transparent), JPG (white), PSD, TIFF |
| Free trial | Available on request |
Types
What types of background removal do you offer?
Photo Fixion offers 4 types of background removal: white background, transparent background, custom background, background clean-up.
White background
Pure white (RGB 255, 255, 255) backgrounds, the standard for marketplace main images.
Transparent background
PNG files with no background, ready to place on any design, banner or colour.
Custom background
A brand colour, gradient or lifestyle scene added behind the product.
Background clean-up
The original backdrop is kept but creases, stains and uneven lighting are removed.
What is included in background removal?
- Pure white or transparent background
- Custom colour or scene background
- Edge refinement
- Consistent canvas size and margins
Who is background removal best for?
- Online stores
- Marketplace main images
- Advertising creatives
Process
How does background removal work?
Background Removal at Photo Fixion follows 4 steps, from upload to delivery within 24 hours.
Send photos and background choice
Upload your images and choose white, transparent or a custom background.
Subject is isolated
Editors cut out the subject with a clipping path for hard edges or a mask for soft edges.
New background is applied
The background is replaced and edges are refined so no halo or colour fringe remains.
Sizing, check and delivery
Images are cropped to a consistent canvas, checked and delivered within 24 hours.
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Is manual background removal better than automatic tools?
Automatic tools are fast for simple subjects, but they often leave rough edges, missing parts and halos on products with holes, reflections or low contrast. Manual background removal takes longer and gives clean, consistent edges across a whole catalogue, which is what marketplaces and print require.
Pricing
How much does background removal cost?
The price of background removal is quoted per image and depends on four things. Send a few sample images to get an exact quote, and ask about discounts for bulk volume.
- Edge complexity of the subject
- Hair, fur or transparent areas
- Type of new background
- Order volume and delivery speed
FAQ
Background Removal questions and answers
Which background should I choose for my online store?
Most marketplaces ask for a pure white background on main images. Transparent PNG files are useful when you place the product on different designs.
Can you handle bulk orders?
Yes. Our team of 50+ editors works in shifts around the clock, so large batches are split and edited in parallel.
Will there be a white halo around the product?
No. Edges are refined by hand so no halo or colour fringe from the old background remains.
Can you keep the natural shadow?
Yes. The original shadow can be kept, or a new natural shadow can be created after the background is removed.
Which file format will I receive?
PNG for transparent backgrounds and JPG for white backgrounds are standard. PSD and TIFF files are available on request.
Related
Services often ordered with background removal
Clipping Path
Hand-drawn paths that cut products cleanly from any background.
Clipping Path service →Image Masking
Precise masks for hair, fur, fabric and semi-transparent objects.
Image Masking service →Shadow Creation
Drop, natural, cast and reflection shadows that add depth.
Shadow Creation service →Product Photo Editing
Complete, store-ready editing for whole product catalogues.
Product Photo Editing service →Try our background removal service free.
Send a few images and get edited samples back within 24 hours.