Background Removal
Background Removal instantly removes backgrounds from your product images, creating clean, transparent PNGs ready for any platform. Perfect for e-commerce listings, social media, and marketing materials.
5-10 Seconds: That’s all it takes to transform a product photo with any background into a professional, transparent-background image ready for use anywhere.
What is Background Removal?
Background Removal uses advanced AI to detect your product and cleanly separate it from any background. The result is a PNG with perfect transparency - ready for your website, marketplace listings, or design projects.
Key Features
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Processing Time | 5-10 seconds |
| Output Format | PNG with transparency |
| Credit Cost | 20 credits (fixed) |
| Max File Size | 10MB |
| Supported Formats | PNG, JPG, WEBP |
Interface Overview
Three-Step Workflow
┌──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
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│ Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 │
│ ● Upload ○ Processing ○ Results │
│ │
│ ┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐ │
│ │ │ │
│ │ Upload Your Product Image │ │
│ │ │ │
│ │ ┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐ │ │
│ │ │ │ │ │
│ │ │ 📁 Drag & drop your image │ │ │
│ │ │ or click to browse │ │ │
│ │ │ │ │ │
│ │ │ PNG, JPG, WEBP • Max 10MB │ │ │
│ │ │ │ │ │
│ │ └─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘ │ │
│ │ │ │
│ └─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘ │
│ │
│ 💰 20 credits per image │
│ │
│ ┌────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐ │
│ │ │ │
│ │ ✨ Remove Background │ │
│ │ │ │
│ └────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘ │
│ │
└──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘Processing Flow
Step 2: Processing
┌──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ │
│ Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 │
│ ✓ Upload ● Processing ○ Results │
│ │
│ ┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐ │
│ │ │ │
│ │ 🔄 Removing Background │ │
│ │ │ │
│ │ ▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓▓░░░░░░░░░░░░░░░░ 55% │ │
│ │ │ │
│ │ ✅ Analyzing image │ │
│ │ ✅ Detecting subject │ │
│ │ 🔄 Removing background │ │
│ │ ⏳ Refining edges │ │
│ │ ⏳ Finalizing result │ │
│ │ │ │
│ │ "Removing background..." │ │
│ │ │ │
│ └─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘ │
│ │
└──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘Processing Stages
| Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Analyzing image | AI examines the image structure |
| Detecting subject | Identifies the product/subject |
| Removing background | Separates subject from background |
| Refining edges | Cleans up edges for perfect cutout |
| Finalizing result | Generates final transparent PNG |
Results
Step 3: Before/After Comparison
┌──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
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│ Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 │
│ ✓ Upload ✓ Processing ● Results │
│ │
│ ┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐ │
│ │ │ │
│ │ ┌─────────────────────────┬─────────────────────────┐ │ │
│ │ │ │ │ │ │
│ │ │ BEFORE │ AFTER │ │ │
│ │ │ │ │ │ │
│ │ │ Product on │ Product on │ │ │
│ │ │ original │ transparent │ │ │
│ │ │ background │ background │ │ │
│ │ │ │ │ │ │
│ │ │ ◄─┼─► │ │ │
│ │ │ │ │ │ │
│ │ └─────────────────────────┴─────────────────────────┘ │ │
│ │ │ │
│ │ Drag slider to compare results │ │
│ │ │ │
│ └─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘ │
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│ [⬇️ Download PNG] [🔗 Share] [🔄 Try Different] [↩️ Start Over] │
│ │
└──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘Actions Available
| Action | Function |
|---|---|
| Download PNG | Save transparent PNG to device |
| Share | Share result via link |
| Try Different | Upload new image |
| Start Over | Reset and begin fresh |
Credit Cost
Fixed Pricing
| Resolution | Cost |
|---|---|
| Any resolution | 20 credits |
Background Removal has a simple, fixed cost regardless of image size or complexity.
Batch Examples
| Scenario | Images | Total Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Small catalog | 25 | 500 credits |
| Medium catalog | 100 | 2,000 credits |
| Large catalog | 500 | 10,000 credits |
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Cost Effective: At ~$0.20 per image, Background Removal is significantly cheaper than manual editing or hiring professionals.
Credit Policy
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Important: Credits are deducted when generation starts. All credit purchases are final and non-refundable. For platform errors, credits may be restored at ecomVance’s discretion. See Pricing & Credits for full details.
Best Practices
Ideal Input Images
| Do ✅ | Don’t ❌ |
|---|---|
| Clear, well-lit product | Dark or shadowy images |
| Product fills frame | Tiny product in large image |
| Distinct subject | Ambiguous or cluttered |
| High resolution | Blurry or pixelated |
| Contrasting background | Product same color as background |
Optimal Photography Tips
Best Input Example:
┌─────────────────────────────────────┐
│ │
│ Good lighting │
│ ↓ │
│ ┌───────────────────┐ │
│ │ │ │
│ │ PRODUCT │ ← Clear │
│ │ │ edges │
│ │ │ │
│ └───────────────────┘ │
│ ↑ │
│ Contrasting background │
│ │
└─────────────────────────────────────┘Products That Work Best
| Category | Tip |
|---|---|
| Apparel | Lay flat or use mannequin |
| Electronics | Clean surface, good angles |
| Jewelry | White/black background |
| Furniture | Uncluttered setting |
| Food | Contrasting plate/surface |
| Cosmetics | Simple, clean setup |
Use Cases
E-commerce Marketplaces
Most marketplaces require or prefer white/transparent backgrounds:
| Platform | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Amazon | Pure white background required |
| eBay | White preferred |
| Etsy | Clean backgrounds convert better |
| Shopify | Consistent backgrounds recommended |
Marketing Materials
Background Removal enables:
├── Website hero images
├── Social media posts
├── Email campaigns
├── Print catalogs
├── Banner ads
└── Promotional materialsDesign Compositions
With transparent backgrounds, you can:
- Place products on any background
- Create lifestyle compositions
- Design promotional graphics
- Build product collages
- Create branded materials
Technical Specifications
AI Model
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | lucataco/remove-bg |
| Provider | Replicate |
| Processing | Cloud-based |
| Speed | 5-10 seconds |
Output Quality
| Aspect | Quality |
|---|---|
| Edge Detection | Pixel-perfect accuracy |
| Transparency | Full alpha channel |
| Color Preservation | 100% original colors |
| Resolution | Matches input resolution |
Common Scenarios
Scenario 1: Product Photography
Input: Product photo taken on kitchen counter
Process: Background Removal
Output: Clean product on transparent background
Use: Upload to Amazon, Shopify, eBay
Cost: 20 creditsScenario 2: Catalog Update
Input: 50 existing product photos
Process: Batch Background Removal
Output: 50 transparent PNGs
Use: Unified catalog appearance
Cost: 1,000 creditsScenario 3: Marketing Campaign
Input: Hero product photo
Process: Background Removal
Output: Transparent product image
Use: Place on campaign background
Cost: 20 creditsWorkflow Integration
With Other ecomAI Tools
Background Removal
↓
┌───┴───┐
│ │
↓ ↓
Image Object
Enhance Removal
│ │
└───┬───┘
↓
Final ImageWith ecomStage Tools
Background Removal → Product Placement
↓ ↓
Transparent PNG → Lifestyle SceneWith ecomFit Tools
Background Removal → Product Try-On
↓ ↓
Clean Product → On AI ModelTroubleshooting
Common Issues
Edges not clean
- Use higher resolution input
- Ensure product has clear boundaries
- Try with better lighting
Part of product removed
- Product may blend with background
- Try different angle/lighting
- Ensure product is clearly visible
Background remnants
- Complex backgrounds may leave traces
- Simplify original background if possible
- Contact support for difficult cases
File too large
- Compress image under 10MB
- Reduce resolution before upload
- Use image compression tool
Comparison: Manual vs AI
| Aspect | Manual Editing | Background Removal |
|---|---|---|
| Time | 10-30 minutes | 5-10 seconds |
| Skill Required | Photoshop expertise | None |
| Cost | $5-15 per image | 20 credits (~$0.20) |
| Consistency | Varies | Always consistent |
| Scalability | Limited | Unlimited |
Next Steps
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Processing Thousands of Images? Contact hello@ecomvance.ai for bulk processing options and enterprise pricing.
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