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Create the photo that should have been. Add someone who couldn't make it by uploading their photo.

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How it works

  1. Upload the group photo

    Start by uploading the group or family photo that's missing someone. This could be a wedding party, family reunion, graduation, holiday gathering—any photo where you wish someone who couldn't be there was included. JPG, PNG, and WebP formats work.

    Expect: The group photo should have enough space or context for where the missing person would naturally fit. If everyone is tightly packed, you may need to describe where to add them.
  2. Upload the reference photo

    Click 'Add reference image' and upload a photo of the person you want to add to the group. This should be a clear photo of them—ideally from a similar time period, similar lighting, and showing them from a similar angle. The AI will use this to composite them into the group photo naturally.

    Tip: Use a photo taken around the same time if possible. If adding someone who passed away, choose a photo where they look how you remember them best.

    Copy one of these to get started:

    Dad missed the wedding because he passed away add him standing between my mom and me on the left, smiling naturally like he's part of the celebration
    Sister couldn't make it to the family reunion put her in the back row on the right side, standing next to grandma, wearing similar casual clothes
    Friend was sick and missed the group photo add her standing on the far left of the group, same height as the others, looking at the camera
    Grandparent lives far away and couldn't attend add grandpa sitting in the front row center, smiling warmly like he's with the family
    2 more prompts
    Wedding party missing the best man who was deployed add him standing on the groom's right side in the groomsmen row, wearing a matching suit
    Mom passed before graduation and I want her in the family photo add her standing next to me on my left, dressed nicely for graduation, smiling proudly
  3. Describe the placement

    Type where you want them added and how they should appear. Examples: 'add this person standing on the left side of the group' or 'put her between the bride and groom' or 'add him in the back row on the right.' The AI matches lighting, perspective, and blends them in naturally.

    Tip: Be specific about position. 'Standing between mom and dad' works better than just 'add them to the photo.'

    Copy one of these to get started:

    Dad missed the wedding because he passed away add him standing between my mom and me on the left, smiling naturally like he's part of the celebration
    Sister couldn't make it to the family reunion put her in the back row on the right side, standing next to grandma, wearing similar casual clothes
    Friend was sick and missed the group photo add her standing on the far left of the group, same height as the others, looking at the camera
    Grandparent lives far away and couldn't attend add grandpa sitting in the front row center, smiling warmly like he's with the family
    2 more prompts
    Wedding party missing the best man who was deployed add him standing on the groom's right side in the groomsmen row, wearing a matching suit
    Mom passed before graduation and I want her in the family photo add her standing next to me on my left, dressed nicely for graduation, smiling proudly

See it in action

Wedding family photo with visible gap where father should be standing
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Complete wedding family photo with father added next to bride naturally
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Adding missing father to wedding family photo

Bride's father passed away before the wedding. We added him into the family group photo using a portrait from a few years earlier. The AI matched the formal lighting and positioned him naturally next to the bride.

Prompt: add him standing between my mom and me on the left, smiling naturally like he's part of the celebration
Family reunion photo with gap in back row where deployed son should be
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Complete family reunion photo with son in uniform added to back row
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Adding deployed soldier to military family photo

Son was deployed overseas and missed the family reunion photo. We added him into the group using a recent portrait in uniform. The AI positioned him in the back row and matched the outdoor lighting perfectly.

Prompt: add him standing in the back row on the right side, in his military uniform, looking proud

Quick answers

Why does this require TWO photos?

You need the group photo (where someone is missing) and a separate photo of the missing person (the reference image). The AI uses the reference photo to know what the person looks like, then composites them into the group photo in the position you specify. Without the reference photo, the AI wouldn't know who to add.

Can I add someone who passed away to a family photo?

Yes. Many people use this to create the family photo they wish they had—adding a parent, grandparent, or loved one who passed before an important event like a wedding, graduation, or reunion. Choose a photo where they look how you remember them best. The AI will blend them in respectfully and naturally.

What if the reference photo is old or from a different time period?

The AI will match the person's appearance from the reference photo to the group photo's lighting and style. If the reference is much older (like adding a young photo of grandma to a current family shot), the person will look as they did in that photo. For best results, use a reference photo from around the same time period as the group photo.

Can I add multiple missing people to one group photo?

Yes, but you'll need to do it one person at a time. Add the first person, download the result, then upload that result and add the second person. Each addition requires its own reference photo and positioning instructions.

What kind of reference photo works best?

A clear, well-lit photo of the person facing the camera works best. Ideally from around the same time period as the group photo. Avoid heavily cropped faces or photos where they're at a very different angle. A portrait or solo photo is easier for the AI to work with than cropping them out of another group shot.

Will the added person look natural or fake?

The AI matches lighting, perspective, and blends edges so the person looks like they were actually there when the photo was taken. The quality depends on how similar the reference photo is to the group photo's lighting and angle. With a good reference photo and clear positioning instructions, the result looks very natural.

Is EditThisPic's AI missing person in group fixer really free?

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

Can I fix missing person in group on my phone?

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

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.

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