# https://poof.bg llms-full.txt ## Background Removal API Now with matte confidence scores # Remove Background API Integrate enterprise-grade background removal into your application with a single API call. GPU-accelerated processing and transparent pricing. [Get API Key](https://dash.poof.bg/auth/sign-up) [View Documentation](https://docs.poof.bg/) Used in production by 1,750+ teams ## Why switch to Poof? ### Ultra-affordable Pricing engineered for scale. Predictable monthly plans, with top-ups when you need them. ### Fast Processing GPU-accelerated processing, under 2 seconds per image. ### Dev-first Docs Python and TypeScript SDKs. Copy-paste ready. ### Transparent Billing Simple invoices. No hidden fees or complex credit math. ### 99.9% Uptime 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 GPU-accelerated processing, under 2 seconds per image. Built for responsive user experiences. ### Hair-Level Precision Our v2 model handles complex edges like fur, hair, and transparent objects perfectly. ### Global Scale GPU-accelerated processing on global edge. 99.9% uptime. ### Developer First Python and TypeScript SDKs, plus n8n, Zapier, Make and MCP integrations. ## 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 -fX POST https://api.poof.bg/v1/remove \ -H 'x-api-key: YOUR_API_KEY' \ -F 'image_file=@image.jpg' \ -o no-bg.png ``` ## Simple, Transparent Pricing Stop overpaying for background removal. Save up to 99% compared to remove.bg api pricing per image. Save 20% with yearly billing. Every successful request costs exactly 1 credit regardless of size or format; failed requests cost nothing. Unused credits do not roll over. Billing via Stripe. ### Free $0 - 100 credits/month - 4 requests/minute - Full resolution output - Community support ### Basic (yearly only) $60/yr - 300 credits/month - 8 requests/minute - Full resolution output - Email support ### Pro $9/mo or $96/yr - 2,000 credits/month - 12 requests/minute - Full resolution output - Priority email support - Top-up: $10 / 1,000 credits ### Mega (most popular) $29/mo or $288/yr - 10,000 credits/month - 40 requests/minute - Full resolution output - Priority support - Top-up: $10 / 3,000 credits ### Ultra $99/mo or $996/yr - 50,000 credits/month - 100 requests/minute - Full resolution output - Priority support - Top-up: $20 / 10,000 credits ### Giga $299/mo or $2,988/yr - 200,000 credits/month - 200 requests/minute - Full resolution output - Dedicated support - Top-up: $20 / 30,000 credits ## 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. ### EU company, GDPR compliant Your images are never used to train models. Commercial use on every plan, no attribution required. ## Trusted By Builders See what developers and business owners are saying about their workflow since switching. Jonas Weber, SaaS Founder: "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." Callum Vane, Lead Developer: "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." Elara Vance, E-commerce Owner: "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 ### How can I get a free API key for remove bg? 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. ### How does your pricing compare to other background remover APIs? 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 200 times lower. Our goal is to provide a scalable, professional solution that doesn't break the bank. ### What makes this the best background removal API for developers? We focus on a developer-first experience: simple and clear documentation, a robust REST API, a request ID on every response for easy debugging, and competitive pricing that supports projects of all sizes, from hobby apps to large-scale enterprise solutions. ### What image formats and sizes do you support? 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. ### Do you use my images for anything else? No. Your images are only processed to fulfil your request and are never used to train models or for any other purpose. How images are handled and for how long is described in our privacy policy. ### Can I cancel my subscription at any time? Yes, you have complete control. You can cancel your subscription at any time from Billing settings in your dashboard (Manage subscription). You will retain access and be able to use your remaining credits until the end of your billing period. ### Are there any rate limits on the remove background API? Rate limits are per plan, from 4 requests/minute on Free up to 200 requests/minute on Giga. Paid plans offer limits suitable for production applications, while the free plan is perfect for development and testing. --- ## Documentation: Introduction ### What is Poof? Poof is a background removal API built for developers who need precision at scale. Whether you're building an e-commerce platform, a photo editing app, or automating image workflows, Poof delivers consistent, high-quality results with a simple API. ### Key Features - Precision Edge Detection: State-of-the-art AI that handles hair, fur, transparency, and complex edges with pixel-perfect accuracy. - Fast Processing: Under 2 seconds per imageeconds per image. Process thousands of images without breaking a sweat. - Flexible Output: PNG with transparency, JPEG with custom backgrounds, WebP for web optimization. Crop, resize, and customize. - Simple Integration: One endpoint. One API key. Python and TypeScript SDKs, plus n8n, Zapier, Make and MCP integrations. ### Quick Example Remove a background in seconds: ``` curl -X POST https://api.poof.bg/v1/remove \ -H "x-api-key: YOUR_API_KEY" \ -F "image_file=@photo.jpg" \ -o result.png ``` ### How It Works 1. **Upload** — Send your image to the `/remove` endpoint 2. **Process** — Our AI analyzes and removes the background 3. **Download** — Receive the processed image in your response Ready to get started? Get your API key at https://dash.poof.bg/auth/sign-up --- ## API Error Codes See the error reference at https://docs.poof.bg/errors/list. --- ## Blog: Our Blog Tutorials, product updates, and industry insights to help you get the most out of our background removal API for developers. --- ## Privacy Policy Summary of https://poof.bg/privacy. Operated by Dumpling Software UG (haftungsbeschränkt), Kollwitzstrasse 76, 10435 Berlin, Germany. - Information we collect: contact details you provide (name, company, address, email, phone), messages you send us, usage data (element clicks and how you interact with the site and API), and technical data (IP address, browser type, device information). Standard hosting log files are kept for analytics and are not linked to personally identifiable information. - Images: images submitted to the API are processed in-memory and permanently deleted immediately after the processed image is returned. We do not store, retain, or use your images for training or any other purpose. - How we use it: to provide, operate, improve and analyse the website and API; to communicate with you (support, updates, marketing); to find and prevent fraud; and to disclose data if required by law. - Your rights: GDPR rights (access, rectification, erasure, restriction, objection, data portability) and CCPA rights (disclosure, deletion, do-not-sell). We respond within one month. - Children: we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. - Contact: support@poof.bg --- ## Terms of Use Summary of https://poof.bg/terms. The API is provided by Dumpling Software UG (haftungsbeschränkt), Kollwitzstrasse 76, 10435 Berlin, Germany. - License: a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable licence to call the API. Resale, sub-licensing, or white-labelling requires prior written consent. - Your content: you keep all rights to the images you submit and warrant that you have the rights to submit them. Images are processed in-memory and deleted immediately after the result is returned; they are never used for model training. - Your responsibilities: comply with applicable laws, data-protection rules, export controls and third-party terms; keep your API key confidential (you are liable for all requests made with it); no processing of personal data without a legal basis, no fraud, no reverse engineering or unauthorized access. - Rate limits and availability: keys exceeding plan rate limits or reasonable volumes may be throttled or suspended. The API is offered on a best-effort basis and may change or be discontinued without notice. - Warranty and liability: the API is provided "as is" without warranties. Unlimited liability for intent, gross negligence and personal injury; simple-negligence liability is limited to foreseeable, typical damages from a breach of a cardinal duty; no liability for indirect or consequential damages. German Product Liability Act obligations remain unaffected. - Refunds: monthly plans (Pro, Mega, Ultra, Giga) are refundable if no API requests were made during the billing period. Annual plans (Basic and yearly billing of paid plans) are non-refundable except within the 14-day cooling-off period, with pro-rated refunds for unused time. - Governing law and venue: German law; exclusive venue is the competent court in Berlin-Mitte. EU Data Act (Regulation (EU) 2023/2854) requests are handled from 12 September 2025. - Amendments: updated Terms are posted on the site; continued use constitutes acceptance. --- ## API Playground Interactively test the background removal API. Enter your API key to unlock HD and full-resolution output, or leave it blank to test as a guest (medium size). ### Technical Specifications Built for high-performance applications. Performance: - Max Resolution: 36 Megapixels - File Size: Up to 20 MB via the API (4.5 MB in this playground) - Formats: JPG, PNG, WEBP Reliability: - 99.9% Uptime - Under 2 seconds per image - Automatic Retries Capabilities: - Transparent or Solid Backgrounds - Smart Subject Cropping - Alpha Mask Output --- ## About: Our Mission Making professional-grade image editing accessible to everyone through radical affordability. ### The Story Behind Poof Poof was born to bridge the gap between high-cost industry leaders and independent creators who need scalable solutions without prohibitive costs. ### Our Core Values - Developer-First: Simple, robust, and well-documented API. - Radical Affordability: The best value per image in the market. - Customer Success: Transparent and responsive engineering support. --- ## remove.bg Alternative: remove.bg Is Shutting Down, Switch to Poof URL: https://poof.bg/alternative/remove-bg | Last updated: 2026-09-08 remove.bg shuts down on 1 December 2026. Migrate before your workflows stop working. remove.bg's site banner states the standalone website will no longer be available from 1 December 2026 at 9:00am CET, and its API documentation (https://www.remove.bg/api) announces that the API moves to a different service on the same date. remove.bg keys and credits cannot be transferred to Poof. Poof is the plug-and-play replacement. Developers switch the domain from api.remove.bg to api.poof.bg, use a Poof key, and their existing requests keep working (uploads, image links and base64 images are all accepted). Non-developers use Studio in the Poof dashboard (https://dash.poof.bg: upload, process, select and download images in the browser, with a history of past runs), no-code automations for n8n, Zapier and Make (https://docs.poof.bg/integrations/overview), or the MCP server for AI assistants (https://docs.poof.bg/integrations/mcp). The public playground (https://poof.bg/playground) works without an account. ### Why teams switch - Plug and play: switch the domain, paste a Poof key; no rewrite. - 100x cheaper: remove.bg $0.20/image at standard rates; Poof from $0.002/image on volume plans, 100 free credits every month. - Same quality: full resolution on every plan including Free, under 2 seconds per image. - Trust: EU company, GDPR compliant, images never used for training, commercial use with no attribution on every plan. ### remove.bg vs Poof (feature comparison) | Feature | remove.bg | Poof | |---|---|---| | Keeps working after 1 December 2026 | No (shuts down) | Yes | | Remove backgrounds in the browser | Yes | Yes (Studio) | | Accepts your existing remove.bg requests | Yes | Yes (plug and play) | | API access | Yes | Yes | | Upload from an image link | Yes | Yes | | No-code automations (n8n, Zapier, Make) | Yes | Yes | | AI assistant integration (MCP) | not listed | Yes | | Python & TypeScript SDKs | Yes | Yes | | Full resolution on the free plan | No (previews only) | Yes | | Free monthly quota | 50 API calls | 100 credits | | Price per image | $0.20 | from $0.002 | | Processing time | not listed | under 2 seconds | | No attribution required | Yes | Yes | | GDPR compliant | Yes | Yes | A few remove.bg extras (shadows, background images, region of interest) are not supported. Full migration guide with every parameter and header: https://docs.poof.bg/guides/migrate-from-remove-bg ### Price comparison (remove.bg $0.20/image vs Poof plan price, per month) - 2,000 images: $400 vs $9 (Pro) - 10,000 images: $2,000 vs $29 (Mega) - 50,000 images: $10,000 vs $99 (Ultra) - 200,000 images: $40,000 vs $299 (Giga) Poof facts: under 2 seconds per image, inputs up to 36 MP, full resolution on every plan, up to 200 requests/minute on higher plans, Python and TypeScript SDKs plus n8n, Zapier, Make and MCP integrations, Studio in the dashboard, commercial use with no attribution, images never used for training, EU company, GDPR compliant. --- ## Blog: remove.bg Is Shutting Down: How to Migrate Your API Integration March 30, 2026 (updated September 8, 2026) | 6 min read remove.bg's standalone website closes on 1 December 2026 at 9:00am CET and its API is discontinued in favour of another Canva service (Leonardo.Ai) on the same date; remove.bg credits cannot be moved to Poof. remove.bg charges $0.20 per image at standard rates. Poof charges from $0.002 per image (Giga: $299 for 200,000 credits), with 99.8% accuracy and processing under 2 seconds per image. 10,000 images/month cost $2,000 on remove.bg versus $29 on Poof's Mega plan. ### Migration summary Switch the domain from api.remove.bg to api.poof.bg and use a Poof key; most integrations keep working unchanged. Uploads, image links and base64 images are all accepted. A few remove.bg extras (shadows, background images, region of interest) are not supported. Test on the free plan (100 credits/month) before moving production traffic. ### Technical migration guide for developers Full guide: https://docs.poof.bg/guides/migrate-from-remove-bg. Poof keeps the remove.bg request shape: multipart/form-data with `image_file`, an API key header, and the binary image in the response. The remove.bg path /v1.0/removebg is also served on api.poof.bg. Poof's `size` values are `preview`, `medium`, `hd` or `full` (default); the remove.bg compatibility layer maps remove.bg's other values, `crop_margin`, `image_url` and `image_file_b64`. `type`, `type_level` and `semitransparency` are ignored; shadows, `roi` and background images are not supported. Errors are a flat JSON body: {"code", "message", "details"?, "request_id", "doc_url"}. remove.bg's X-Width, X-Height and X-Credits-Charged headers are not sent; read X-Image-Width and X-Image-Height. --- ## Blog: Free Background Removal APIs (2026): Best Affordable Options March 30, 2026 | 5 min read In 2026, background removal technology has advanced to provide highly accurate, AI-powered solutions that are both affordable and accessible to developers, businesses, and creatives. Whether for e-commerce, SaaS applications, or personal projects, a good background removal API can save hours of manual editing by automatically isolating subjects in images. ### Poof: The Leading Choice for Developers in 2026 Poof stands out in 2026 as the best AI-powered background removal API for developers. It delivers high-accuracy results even on complex images while being up to 200 times more affordable than many incumbents. Key features include a real-time processing REST API, scalability for high-volume requests, and seamless integration options for SaaS and e-commerce platforms. One of the biggest advantages of Poof is the ease of access to the API key. Developers can generate a secure API key instantly from the developer dashboard with one click and start making requests in under 5 minutes. Processing takes under 2 seconds per image. Pricing starts with a Pro plan with 2,000 credits for $9/month (Mega: 10,000 for $29). ### Other Free and Affordable Background Removal APIs in 2026 - Remove.bg Free Tier: Offers 50 free preview images per month with a mature, highly accurate AI model. - PhotoRoom Free API: Provides 25 free images monthly with creative output options. - JUHEAPI Nano Banana Model: Focuses on very low latency (~400ms) and low compute costs. - Easy-Peasy.ai API: Simple API key authentication with easy integration. - Appy Pie Copy AI Background Remover: Offers no-code API key generation. --- ## Blog: How to Choose the Best Background Removal API for SaaS & E-commerce March 30, 2026 | 4 min read Choosing the right background removal API is crucial for SaaS and e-commerce businesses aiming to streamline image processing and enhance visual presentation. ### Key Factors to Consider - Accuracy: The API should reliably handle complex images with fine details such as hair, shadows, and transparent objects. - Speed and Scalability: Real-time processing and the ability to handle bulk or high-volume requests are essential. - Cost Efficiency: Pricing should align with your budget, offering affordable plans that support your usage scale. - Ease of Integration: Developer-friendly APIs with RESTful interfaces, extensive documentation, and SDKs. - Additional Features: Background replacement, batch processing, and image format support. --- ## Blog: Best Background Removal APIs for Developers in 2026 — Compared March 25, 2026 | 9 min read Background removal is a crucial feature for developers building applications in e-commerce, SaaS, photography, and content creation. ### Summary Comparison Table | API | Accuracy | Speed | Cost | Key Strength | |---------------|------------|------------|-------------------------|-------------------------------------------| | Poof | Very High | Under 2 s | Affordable (100× cheaper) | Developer-friendly, scalable | | Remove.bg | Very High | Fast | Higher pricing | Accuracy, ecosystem | | PhotoRoom API | High | Very Fast | Moderate | Customization, product centering | | Slazzer | Good | Lightning | Competitive | Batch processing, volume | | ClippingMagic | High | Moderate | Expensive | Customizable editing | --- ## Blog: High-Accuracy Background Removal API for E-commerce March 28, 2026 | 5 min read In the competitive world of e-commerce, product imagery is everything. A clean, professional product photo can be the difference between a bounce and a sale. ### Benefits of an AI-Powered Image Background Removal API - Increased Conversion Rates: Crisp, clean images allow customers to focus on the product. - Enhanced Brand Perception: Consistency and quality create a polished, premium brand image. - Operational Efficiency: Automates a tedious manual process. - Marketplace Compliance: Ensures every image meets platform requirements. --- ## Blog: How to Use a Background Removal API with Node.js March 27, 2026 | 7 min read Automating image processing is a core requirement for modern applications, especially in e-commerce and content management. ### Prerequisites - Node.js and npm installed on your machine. - An API key from Poof. You can get a free API key from your dashboard. - An image file you want to process. ### Step 1: Set Up Your Node.js Project ``` mkdir node-poof-demo cd node-poof-demo npm init -y npm install node-fetch@2 form-data ``` ### Step 2: Write the API Integration Code ```javascript const fetch = require('node-fetch'); const FormData = require('form-data'); const fs = require('fs'); async function removeBackground(imagePath) { const apiKey = 'YOUR_API_KEY'; const url = 'https://api.poof.bg/v1/remove'; const formData = new FormData(); formData.append('image_file', fs.createReadStream(imagePath)); try { const response = await fetch(url, { method: 'POST', headers: { 'x-api-key': apiKey, ...formData.getHeaders() }, body: formData, }); if (!response.ok) { const errorData = await response.json(); throw new Error(`API Error: ${response.status} (${errorData.code}) - ${errorData.message || 'Unknown error'}`); } const imageBuffer = await response.buffer(); fs.writeFileSync('result.png', imageBuffer); console.log('Background removed successfully! Saved as result.png'); } catch (error) { console.error('Failed to remove background:', error.message); } } removeBackground('./path/to/your/image.jpg'); ``` ### Step 3: Run the Script ``` node index.js ``` --- ## Cookie Policy Last updated: January 2025 ### 1. What Are Cookies As is common practice with almost all professional websites, this site uses cookies, which are tiny files that are downloaded to your computer, to improve your experience. ### 2. How We Use Cookies We use cookies for a variety of reasons detailed below. We recommend that you leave on all cookies if you are not sure whether you need them. ### 3. The Cookies We Set - Account related cookies: For management of the signup process and general administration. - Login related cookies: To remember that you are logged in. - Site preferences cookies: To remember your preferences (e.g., Light/Dark mode). ### 4. 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