How to blur the background of a picture step by step:
- Step 1: Click the “Add file” button and select a photo in which you want to blur the background.
- Step 2: Adjust the blur power using the slider.
- Step 3: Wait 10-30 seconds.
- Step 4: After processing, click “Edit this image” if you want to adjust the result. In the editor, you can crop, rotate or flip the picture, fine-tune colours, apply filters, add watermarks or annotations, or manually set a new size by entering exact dimensions.
- Step 5: To save the result, click the “Download” button.
How does background blur work
A background blur tool starts by trying to understand what in the image is the main subject and what belongs to the surroundings. To do this, it uses an AI segmentation model that has been trained on many annotated photos, so it can recognise outlines, shapes and depth cues with fairly high accuracy. The model builds a mask around the subject, sometimes even adjusting it as it analyses finer details along the edges.
Once the subject is separated, the background becomes a standalone layer. That’s where the blur is applied, while the foreground stays sharp. The tool then smooths the transition between these two areas so the effect doesn’t look cut out or artificial. With this approach, the final result keeps the important parts of the photo clear while the rest softly fades into the background.
Why to Blur the Background of Your Picture?
Blurring the background of your picture can:
- Draw attention to the main subject of your photo
- Create a professional and polished look
- Reduce distractions and clutter from the background
- Make your headshots, product photos, and social media images stand out
Our blur background tool helps you achieve this effect in just a few clicks, with no editing experience needed. Ready to blur your background? Start now – it’s free!
