Add depth in one step

Use starryai to blur the background of a photo using the Edit tool. Upload an image, prompt the tool to blur the background, and create a professional looking photo with a natural blur effect that keeps the main subject in focus.

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How to Blur a Photo Background

Step 1

Upload your image

Upload a photo or picture using the Edit tool. It works with common image files like JPG and supports portraits, headshots, and everyday photos.

Step 2

Blur the background

Prompt the tool to blur the background or apply background blur. The AI automatically detects the main subject and applies a smooth blur effect, adding depth without affecting foreground detail.

Step 3

Download the result

Preview the image and download it instantly. The blurred background photo is ready for social media, professional use, or personal projects.

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Automatic background blur

starryai works as a background blur tool that automatically separates the subject from the background and applies blur in one step.

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Blur background Sign up for free today

Automatic background blur

starryai works as a background blur tool that automatically separates the subject from the background and applies blur in one step.

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Blur background Sign up for free today

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Natural blur and depth

Create shallow depth, soft bokeh blur, or a dreamy mood while keeping the subject sharp and clear.

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Add depth Sign up for free today

Natural blur and depth

Create shallow depth, soft bokeh blur, or a dreamy mood while keeping the subject sharp and clear.

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Add depth Sign up for free today

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Professional looking photos

Blur photo backgrounds to instantly enhance portraits, professional headshots, and business photos without expensive equipment.

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Enhance portrait Sign up for free today

Professional looking photos

Blur photo backgrounds to instantly enhance portraits, professional headshots, and business photos without expensive equipment.

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Enhance portrait Sign up for free today

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Simple and fast workflow

Upload, prompt, and download in just a few clicks. No manual dragging or complex photo editing required.

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Try background blur Sign up for free today

Simple and fast workflow

Upload, prompt, and download in just a few clicks. No manual dragging or complex photo editing required.

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Try background blur Sign up for free today

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Works across devices

Blur backgrounds online using the browser or mobile app with the same simple process.

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Blur image now Sign up for free today

Works across devices

Blur backgrounds online using the browser or mobile app with the same simple process.

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Blur image now Sign up for free today

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to all your pressing questions about starryai

Can I control the blur intensity?

Yes. You can prompt for lighter or stronger background blur depending on the look you want.

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Does the tool detect the subject automatically?

Yes. The AI automatically detects the main subject and blurs the background around it.

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Will the image stay sharp?

Yes. The foreground and subject remain sharp while the background is blurred.

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Is this free to try?

starryai offers free access so you can test background blur before upgrading.

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Can I blur backgrounds for portraits?

Yes. The tool works well for portraits, headshots, and professional photos.

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This is actually a very nice ai text to image app. I use it quite a bit when I'm mobile and can't access my home Stable Diffusion setup.

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Add depth in one step

How to Blur a Photo Background

Upload your image

Blur the background

Download the result

Automatic background blur

Automatic background blur

Natural blur and depth

Natural blur and depth

Professional looking photos

Professional looking photos

Simple and fast workflow

Simple and fast workflow

Works across devices

Works across devices

Frequently Asked Questions

starryai is loved by millions

Go further with starryai

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