Remove Background API
Integrate enterprise-grade background removal into your application with a single API call. GPU-accelerated processing and transparent pricing.
Why switch to RemoveBG API?
Ultra-affordable
Pricing engineered for scale. Pay only for what you process.
Fast Processing
Optimized GPU clusters deliver results in under 5 seconds avg.
Dev-first Docs
SDKs for Python, Node, Go and Ruby. Copy-paste ready.
Transparent Billing
Simple invoices. No hidden fees or complex credit math.
99.9% Uptime SLA
Reliability you can build your business on. Guaranteed.
The new standard for masking.
Stop wrestling with OpenCV or expensive enterprise APIs. Our v2 model understands context, depth, and structure better than any other solution.
Lightning Fast Inference
Optimized GPU clusters deliver results in under 5 seconds. Built for real-time user experiences.
Hair-Level Precision
Our v2 model handles complex edges like fur, hair, and transparent objects perfectly.
Global Scale
Infrastructure distributed across 8 regions. 99.9% Uptime SLA guaranteed.
Developer First
Webhooks, batch processing, and SDKs for Python, Node.js, PHP, and Go.
Integrate in less than
10 lines of code
Stop worrying about machine learning infrastructure, GPU scaling, or Python dependencies. Just send us an image via a standard HTTP request, and we'll handle the heavy lifting.
curl -X POST https://removebgapi.com/api/v1/remove \
-H 'X-API-Key: YOUR_API_KEY' \
-F '[email protected]' \
-F 'size=auto' \
-o no-bg.pngSimple, Transparent Pricing
Stop overpaying for background removal. Save up to 95% compared to remove.bg api pricing per image.
Free
For trying out the API.
- No credit card required
- Full Resolution Output
- Community Support
Pro
For professionals and small businesses.
- Full Resolution Output
- Standard Email Support
- Commercial License
Ultra
For growing businesses with higher volume needs and priority support.
- Full Resolution Output
- Priority Email Support
- 99.9% Uptime SLA
- Increased Rate Limits
Mega
For large-scale operations with maximum credits and enterprise-level support.
- Full Resolution Output
- Direct Engineering Support
- 99.9% Uptime SLA
- Highest Rate Limits
- Integration Assistance
Built for scale and precision.
Whether you are processing 10 images or 10 million, our infrastructure adapts to your needs without compromising on quality or privacy.
Smart Object Detection
Our AI automatically detects the primary subject, whether it's a person, product, car, or animal, and isolates it with micron-level accuracy, handling hair and fur effortlessly.
6K Resolution
Support for images up to 36 megapixels without downscaling.
Enterprise Security
Images processed in memory and deleted immediately. GDPR compliant.
Trusted By Builders
See what developers and business owners are saying about their workflow since switching.
JW"I was initially skeptical about the low price point compared to the market leaders. But after running a batch test, the edge detection was precise, and the API response time was consistent. It effectively cut our image infrastructure costs in half."
CV"The docs are actually readable, which is a rare find. Dropped the API key into our Node backend, tweaked one param, and it just worked. No weird errors or debugging needed. Solid experience."
EV"I process hundreds of product photos weekly for my store. Manual editing was killing me. This API handles bulk uploads way faster than I expected. The edge detection on hair and jewelry is surprisingly good too."
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our image background removal API. Can't find an answer? Contact our support team.
You can get a free API key instantly by signing up for our Free plan. No credit card is required. Your free API key comes with 100 credits to test the full capabilities of our background removal API.
Our service is designed to be highly affordable. We offer the same, if not better, high-accuracy results as major competitors but at a price up to 20 times lower. Our goal is to provide a scalable, professional solution that doesn't break the bank.
We focus on a developer-first experience: simple and clear documentation, a robust REST API, idempotent requests for reliability, and competitive pricing that supports projects of all sizes, from hobby apps to large-scale enterprise solutions.
Our API to remove background from images supports JPG, PNG, and WebP formats. The maximum file size is 20MB. For optimal results, we recommend using high-resolution images.
No. Your privacy is paramount. Images are processed in real-time and are deleted from our servers immediately after the operation is complete. We do not store or use your images for any other purpose.
Yes, you have complete control. You can cancel your subscription at any time from your dashboard. You will retain access and be able to use your remaining credits until the end of your billing period.
Rate limits are based on your plan. Our paid plans offer generous limits suitable for production applications. The free plan has a lower rate limit, which is perfect for development and testing.