What is cinematic background blur?

Cinematic background blur softens the background to create stronger subject focus and a more dramatic photo style.

Can I use this for thumbnails?

Yes. It works well for thumbnails, covers, posters, and social visuals where the subject needs to stand out quickly.

Is this the same as portrait background blur?

No. Portrait background blur is tuned for people and profile photos. Cinematic background blur is better for a stronger creative look.

How many credits does cinematic background blur use?

Each background blur currently uses 8 credits. Usage is recorded with the generation for account history.

Cinematic Background Blur Online

Cinematic background blur online

Upload a photo and create a more cinematic look by softening the background and drawing attention to the subject. Use it for thumbnails, posters, social visuals, and creative edits.

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Problem

Creative images need mood and focus

A cinematic image often depends on subject separation, atmosphere, and visual hierarchy. Background blur can make a normal photo feel more intentional without replacing the scene.

More dramatic focus

Make the subject stand out with a stronger depth-of-field look.

Better thumbnails and covers

Create stronger visuals for YouTube thumbnails, social covers, posters, and campaign assets.

Keep the original atmosphere

Soften the background while preserving the scene, color, and mood of the image.

Examples

cinematic background blur examples

Use background blur when the image should keep its original scene but needs stronger focus.

Creator thumbnails

Make people, products, or objects stand out faster in crowded feeds.

Poster-style visuals

Add stronger subject focus for promotional images, event visuals, and covers.

AI and creative images

Improve generated or edited images that need more depth and visual direction.

How to create cinematic background blur

Upload one image, blur the background, then review and download the result.

Upload your image

Choose a cinematic image with a clear subject and background.

Blur the background

Run background blur to soften distractions while keeping the subject easy to see.

Download the result

Review the original and blurred result, then save the finished image.

Best practices

Tips for better cinematic background blur

A clear subject and the right crop usually create the most natural background blur.

Use an image with a clear subject and visible background depth.

Avoid photos where the subject is already heavily blurred.

Choose a crop that leaves space around the subject for a cinematic feel.

Review faces, hands, text, and product details before downloading.

Related background blur tools

Choose the closest background blur workflow for your image type.

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