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Background Removal API

Remove backgrounds from images via a simple REST API. Output is a transparent PNG, suitable for e‑commerce product photos, thumbnails, profile photos, and design workflows.

See docs Get an API key

Endpoint

POST https://api.pixelapi.dev/v1/image/remove-background

curl -X POST https://api.pixelapi.dev/v1/image/remove-background \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \
  -F "[email protected]"

Polling

Poll the generation id until completed.

curl https://api.pixelapi.dev/v1/image/UUID \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"

Common use cases

  • Product photo background removal for Shopify / marketplaces
  • Profile photo cutouts
  • Poster & thumbnail creation
  • Batch automation (upload → poll → download)

Tips

  • Use high-contrast images when possible.
  • Prefer front-lit subjects over harsh backlight.
  • If you need object removal instead of cutout, use Remove Object API.

Also see: Remove Object API • AI Image Editor