PhotoScissors

What PhotoScissors is

PhotoScissors removes photo backgrounds to isolate people or objects, create cutouts or place subjects against replacement backgrounds. Its online tool automatically processes uploaded images using deep neural networks, while manual markers let users identify areas to keep or remove for group-by-color processing. The site describes a Hair tool for semi-transparent subjects such as hair and a transparent marker for retaining foreground and background textures on transparent objects. Online uploads accept JPG, PNG or WebP files up to 10 MB and 4.2 megapixels; free downloads are standard definition. Windows and Mac desktop versions add bulk background removal and offline processing, with no image-size or file-size limits listed on the upload page. The API can add background removal to an app or website, accepting JPG or PNG images with output resolution up to 4 megapixels. PhotoScissors is offered for Windows, Mac and iOS; desktop requirements are Windows 8 or later and Mac OS 10.14 or later. Credit plans list 10 images for $4.99 a month, 50 for $9.99 a month and 200 for $19.99 a month. A desktop license covers unlimited processing for one year and requires internet activation.

Who it suits

PhotoScissors suits people who need to isolate subjects, replace backgrounds or make cutouts, as well as developers adding background removal to an app or site. Desktop versions add bulk and offline processing.

Limits

The online uploader accepts files up to 10 MB and 4.2 megapixels, and free downloads are in standard definition. The API accepts JPG or PNG with output resolution up to 4 megapixels. Monthly credit plans specify 10 images for $4.99 a month, 50 for $9.99 a month, or 200 for $19.99 a month.

Getting started

1. Open photoscissors.com to use the online tool.
2. Upload a JPG, PNG, or WebP image within the online limits.
3. Mark areas to keep or remove, or let the automatic tool process the image.
4. Download the result; free downloads are in standard definition.
5. For desktop use, download the Windows or Mac version and meet its system requirements.
6. For app or website integration, use the API with JPG or PNG images.

Verdict

PhotoScissors offers automatic and manual background removal online, plus desktop bulk processing and an API. Check the online upload limits and the output or license terms that fit your workflow.