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Remove Emoji · Free

AI Emoji Remover

Remove emoji stickers and overlays from photos in seconds.

Selfie with laughing emoji covering face
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Clean selfie with face restored
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AI Emoji Remover

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Popular use cases:
  • social media photos
  • Instagram screenshots
  • Snapchat saves
  • meme cleanup
Cost
Free No signup required
Time
Instant results in 15-30 seconds
Works on
Any device - browser, phone, tablet, desktop
Powered by
AI-powered photo editing
Scenario Prompt Time
Face emoji remove the emoji sticker from the face and restore the skin underneath 15s
Multiple emoji remove all emoji stickers from the photo and fill with original background 15s
Emoji on object remove the heart emoji from the car and show the paint underneath 15s

How it works

  1. Upload Your Photo

    Drop your image with emoji overlays into EditThisPic. Works with screenshots, social media saves, and photos with emoji stickers. Supports JPG, PNG, WebP up to 7MB.

    Expect: Simple emoji removals: 15-20 seconds. Multiple emoji overlays: may need 2-3 refinements.

  2. Describe What You Want

    Type your instruction: 'remove the emoji sticker from the face and restore the skin underneath' or 'remove all emoji overlays and show clean background.' Be specific about which emoji to remove if there are multiple. No marking needed—the AI understands emoji overlays.

    Tip: Mention what should replace the emoji: 'restore the original face' or 'fill with background'

    Copy one of these to get started:

    Face emoji on selfie remove the emoji sticker from the face and restore the skin underneath
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    Multiple emoji overlays remove all emoji stickers from the photo and fill with original background
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    Emoji on specific object remove the heart emoji from the car and show the paint underneath
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    Screenshot emoji remove the laughing emoji at the bottom and extend the screenshot
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    Emoji covering text remove the emoji and reveal the text underneath without changing anything else
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  3. Review and Download

    Check the result at full zoom to ensure the emoji is completely removed and the background looks natural. Download your clean photo in full resolution with no watermark.

  4. Refine with Markers if Needed

    If edges remain or the AI missed parts of the emoji, tap markers on those specific spots and regenerate. This is optional—most emoji removals work without markers.

    Tip: Markers are for precision refinement, not a required step. Try without them first.
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AI Emoji Remover

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"Saved my favorite photo that had an emoji covering my face. Worked perfectly on the first try!" @photorescue

See it in action

Selfie with laughing emoji covering face
Before
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Clean selfie with face restored
After

Face Emoji Removed from Selfie

Instagram photo with laughing emoji covering face. One prompt removed it and restored natural skin.

Prompt: remove the emoji sticker from the face and restore the skin underneath
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Group photo with multiple emoji stickers on faces
Before
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Clean group photo with all faces restored
After

Multiple Emoji Removed from Group Photo

Group photo with three emoji stickers placed over different faces. All removed cleanly in one edit.

Prompt: remove all emoji stickers from the photo and fill with original background
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Detailed Guides by Scenario

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Art & Decoration

Transform your photos into emoji artwork for wall prints, framed art, and home decoration.

Common Scenarios

  • Converting a favorite photo into a emoji print for your living room wall
  • Creating a series of emoji portraits of family members as matching wall art
  • Turning landscape or travel photos into emoji art for office decoration

Best Practices

  • Start with a high-resolution photo — printed art needs sharp detail even after the style transform
  • Request a specific aspect ratio if the print will go in a particular frame
  • Try 'bold emoji' vs. 'subtle emoji' to control how dramatic the transformation looks
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Social Media & Content

Create scroll-stopping social media content by converting photos to emoji — perfect for profiles, stories, and viral posts.

Common Scenarios

  • Making a unique emoji profile picture that stands out in feeds
  • Creating a emoji version of a trending meme or photo challenge
  • Building a themed Instagram series where every post uses emoji transformation

Best Practices

  • Pair the transformation with a catchy caption that references the art style
  • For Instagram stories, add text overlays after the emoji conversion for maximum engagement
  • Process several photos in the same session to maintain a consistent style across posts
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Gifts & Personal Keepsakes

Turn meaningful photos into emoji keepsakes — custom gifts, cards, and personalized items that people actually treasure.

Common Scenarios

  • Creating a emoji portrait as a birthday or anniversary gift
  • Designing emoji wedding invitations or save-the-dates from engagement photos
  • Making a emoji memorial portrait for a loved one

Best Practices

  • Choose photos with clear faces and good lighting — the transformation preserves detail best from quality originals
  • For gifts, print on canvas or premium paper to complement the emoji aesthetic
  • Request 'warm tones' or 'cool tones' to match the recipient's home decor

If something looks off

AI changed the wrong area or removed something I didn't want changed

Why: The AI couldn't determine exactly which emoji you meant from description alone. This happens when there are multiple overlays or similar elements.

Try: Tap a marker on the specific emoji you want to remove, then regenerate with the same prompt
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Tip: Markers tell the AI 'I mean THIS one specifically.' Use them when description alone is ambiguous.

Emoji edges still visible after removal

Why: Semi-transparent emoji or emoji with gradients can leave faint outlines that need extra attention.

Try: Add 'including all edges and shadows' to your prompt and regenerate
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Tip: For stubborn edges, place markers around the emoji perimeter

Background reconstruction looks blurry or unnatural

Why: The AI struggled to infer what was behind the emoji, especially over complex textures or patterns.

Try: Try 'remove emoji and blend with surrounding area' for better texture matching
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Tip: Include 'keep natural texture and detail' in your prompt to avoid over-processing.

Only part of the emoji was removed

Why: Multi-color emoji or emoji with outlines may be detected as separate elements.

Try: Use 'remove the entire emoji sticker including border' to ensure complete removal
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Tip: Try adjusting your prompt wording if the first result isn't perfect — small changes make a big difference.

Quick answers

Do I need to mark the emoji before describing?

No! Just describe what you want: 'remove the emoji sticker from the face' or 'remove all emoji overlays.' The AI understands emoji as overlay elements. Only use markers when you have multiple emoji and need to specify which one, or when refining edges after your first attempt.

How do I remove emoji from photos for free?

Upload your photo to EditThisPic, type 'remove the emoji sticker' and describe where it is, then download. Free to use, no account required, no watermark. Works on selfies, screenshots, and social media photos with emoji overlays.

Can it remove emoji from faces without ruining the photo?

Yes. The AI reconstructs skin texture, tone, and features behind the emoji. Works best on photos where the emoji is clearly an overlay (bright, high contrast) rather than blended into the image.

What's the best free tool to remove emoji stickers?

EditThisPic's AI Emoji Remover is free, requires no signup, and intelligently reconstructs the area behind emoji overlays. Unlike basic clone tools, it understands skin texture and background patterns for natural results.

Is EditThisPic's AI emoji remover really free?

Yes — you get 1 free edit per week, no account needed. For unlimited edits, plans start at $3.99/month.

Can I remove emoji on my phone?

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

What photo formats does the AI emoji remover support?

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

How long does it take to remove emoji?

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

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