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Black & White Image

Convert any colour photo to black and white online for free — with an adjustable intensity slider for a subtle desaturation or a full grayscale, all in your browser.

Max file size 10MB. Sign up for more.

How To Convert An Image To Black And White Online For Free

Upload Your Image

Drag and drop an image or click to browse. Supports PNG, JPG, WebP, and BMP.

Adjust Intensity

Drag the Intensity slider — 100% for full black and white, or lower to keep some colour.

Download

Choose PNG, JPG, or WebP and download the result at full resolution.

100% Free

No fees, no watermark, no sign-up required.

Private

Runs in your browser — images never leave your device.

Full Resolution

Exports keep your image’s original dimensions.

Any Device

Works on desktop, tablet, and mobile browsers.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I make an image black and white?

Upload your image and drag the Intensity slider — 100% is full black and white, while lower values keep some colour for a faded, muted look. Click Download to save.

What is the difference between black and white and grayscale?

In everyday use they mean the same thing: a grayscale image maps every colour to a shade of grey between black and white. True 1-bit 'black and white' (only pure black or pure white) is different, but this tool produces the grayscale look most people want.

Can I keep a little colour instead of full grayscale?

Yes. Set the Intensity slider below 100% to partially desaturate the image, keeping a hint of the original colour for a vintage or muted effect.

Does converting to black and white reduce quality?

No. Only the colour of each pixel changes; resolution and detail are preserved. PNG export is lossless.

Are my images uploaded anywhere?

No. The conversion happens locally in your browser via the Canvas API — your images never leave your device.

What formats are supported?

Upload PNG, JPG, JPEG, WebP, or BMP, and export as PNG, JPG, or WebP.

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