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Describe what to blur. AI handles subject separation.

Portrait with sharp cluttered coffee shop background Portrait with beautifully blurred background

Upload photo to add background blur

"add strong background blur to make the product stand out, keep product sharp"

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How it works

  1. Upload your photo

    Upload a clear photo showing the area you want to edit. Good lighting and sharp focus help the AI deliver better background blur results. JPG, PNG, WebP up to 7MB.

    Expect: Clear subject separation: 15-20 seconds for natural blur. Complex scenes with similar foreground and background: may need refinement.
  2. Describe what to keep sharp

    Type your instruction: 'blur background keeping person sharp' or 'add strong bokeh to background, keep product in focus.' The AI automatically identifies your subject and blurs everything else naturally.

    Tip: Specify blur intensity with words like 'soft blur', 'strong bokeh', or 'heavy background blur' to control how much blur is applied.

    Copy one of these to get started:

    Portrait photography blur blur background with bokeh effect, keep person in sharp focus
    Product photography focus add strong background blur to make the product stand out, keep product sharp
    Professional depth of field create shallow depth of field effect with natural background blur, subject remains in focus
    Pet photography emphasis blur busy background to emphasize the pet, keep pet in sharp focus
    2 more prompts
    Subtle background softening add soft gentle blur to background, maintain natural look
    Maximum background blur heavy background blur with strong bokeh circles, very blurred background
  3. Generate and download

    Click Generate and watch the AI separate your subject from the background and apply natural blur. Download your professional-looking photo with no watermark.

See it in action

Portrait with sharp cluttered coffee shop background
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Portrait with beautifully blurred background
After

Portrait with professional bokeh

Added beautiful background blur to make a portrait pop with professional depth of field.

Prompt: blur background with bokeh effect, keep person in sharp focus
Camera with sharp distracting background
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Camera with blurred background highlighting the product
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Product photo background emphasis

Isolated a product by blurring the background for a clean professional look.

Prompt: add strong background blur to make the product stand out, keep product sharp

Quick answers

Do I need to mark the subject before blurring the background?

No! Just describe what you want: 'blur background keeping person sharp' or 'add bokeh to background.' The AI automatically detects your main subject.

How do I blur a photo background for free?

Upload your photo to EditThisPic, type 'blur background keeping subject sharp', and click Generate. The AI handles subject detection and blur application automatically. No Photoshop or manual selection required. Free to try with no signup.

Will the blur look like a real camera or obviously fake?

When you request 'bokeh' or 'depth of field', the AI creates natural-looking blur that mimics expensive camera lenses. The key is good subject separation in your original photo. Photos with clear foreground/background distinction produce the most realistic results.

What's the best free tool to blur photo backgrounds?

EditThisPic offers free AI-powered background blur with no signup, no watermark, and no download required. Unlike manual blur tools that require selecting areas, EditThisPic understands natural language and automatically separates subjects from backgrounds. Perfect for portraits, product photography, and social media posts.

Is EditThisPic's AI background blur adder really free?

Yes — you get 1 free edit per week, no account needed. Plans start at $4.99/month for 15 edits.

Can I add background blur on my phone?

Yes. EditThisPic works in any mobile browser — iPhone, Android, tablet. No app download needed.

What photo formats does the AI background blur adder support?

JPG, PNG, WebP, and HEIC. Upload any common photo format and EditThisPic handles the rest.

How long does it take to add background blur?

Usually 15-30 seconds. Upload your photo, describe what you want, and the AI delivers the result.

How much does EditThisPic cost?

You get 1 free edit per week — no account needed. After that, credit packs start at $1.99 for 3 edits. Monthly plans start at $4.99/mo for 20 edits with unused credits rolling over. All edits are full resolution with no watermark.

Ready to blur your photo backgrounds?

Free to try. No signup required.

1 free edit included·Credit packs from $4.99