How do I remove a license plate from a photo for free?
Upload your car photo to EditThisPic, type 'remove the license plate and fill it with matching paint,' and download the result. The free tier gives one edit per week with no signup or watermark.
Does it leave a black box or actually clean it?
It cleans it. Instead of covering the plate with a censor box, the AI repaints the area with matching bodywork so the car looks natural. If you prefer an obvious blur, you can ask for that instead.
Why remove a license plate before selling a car?
Your plate number can be tied to your identity, registration, and location. Removing it before posting on Marketplace, Craigslist, or a dealer site keeps that private while still showing the car.
Can it remove plates from more than one car?
Yes. Describe which cars — 'remove the plates from all the cars in this photo' or point at a specific one. Multiple plates may take a second pass to catch them all.
Will the number be recoverable from the edited photo?
No. The pixels showing the original number are replaced, not just visually hidden, so the number isn't in the downloaded file. Always keep your own copy of the original if you need the number later.
Does it work on motorcycle or trailer plates?
Yes, though smaller plates on motorcycles or trailers occasionally need a marker tap on the exact spot before regenerating for a clean fill.
Is signup required?
No. You can remove a plate without creating an account — upload, describe, and download directly. An account only helps if you want to save edits to a library.
Can I keep the plate frame but remove the numbers?
Yes. Ask to 'remove only the plate numbers and keep the frame.' The AI leaves the dealership or decorative frame and clears just the number characters.
How much does EditThisPic cost?
You get 1 free edit per week — no account needed. After that, one-time credit packs start at $4.99 for 10 edits, valid 12 months, no subscription. Power users who edit daily can pick Studio Membership, a monthly workspace at $49.99/mo for 300 edits. Purchased downloads are clean with no watermark.
