Image Segmentation API
Image segmentation APIs detect foreground subjects and enable automatic background removal at scale.
Common use cases
- SaaS image editors
- Catalog pipelines
- Creative automation
How it works
- 1.Send image to segmentation endpoint.
- 2.Receive mask or cutout.
- 3.Render final transparent output.
FAQs
Is segmentation same as background removal?
Segmentation is the core process used to remove backgrounds.
Can I run this in real time?
Yes, depending on API latency and architecture.
Is image segmentation api free on BG Clear?
Yes. BG Clear lets you remove backgrounds online for free with no signup required.
Which image formats are supported?
BG Clear supports common web image formats including JPG, PNG, and WebP uploads.
Can I download a transparent PNG?
Yes. After removing the background, you can download the result as a transparent PNG.
Does this work on mobile?
Yes. The background remover works in modern mobile browsers as well as desktop browsers.