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Black & White

Convert your photo to black & white instantly. Uses luminance-preserving grayscale conversion. 100% private — processed in your browser.

Drag & drop your image here

Supported: PNG, JPG, JPEG, WebP, GIF, BMP

Max file size: 20MB

How to Convert to Black & White

Convert any image to black & white in 3 simple steps.

1

Upload Image

Upload a PNG, JPG, WebP, GIF, or BMP image from your device.

2

Auto Convert

Your image is instantly converted to black & white using luminance-based grayscale.

3

Download Result

Click 'Download' to save your black & white image to your device.

Black & White Tips

Get the best results when converting images to black & white.

Luminance Preservation

We use the ITU-R BT.601 formula (0.299R + 0.587G + 0.114B) to produce natural-looking grayscale that matches human perception.

High-Contrast Subjects

Images with strong contrast between light and dark areas tend to look most dramatic in black & white.

Portrait Photography

Black & white conversion can add a timeless, classic feel to portrait photos and emphasize textures and expressions.

Original Preserved

Your original image stays untouched. Download the converted version separately and keep both.

Black & White FAQ

Common questions about converting images to black & white.