How to remove a photo background on iPhone
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On iPhone, open Hawaf BG in Safari. Use the photo picker to select an image and download your cutout as a file. This workflow helps when you need the exported PNG for a design, rather than a screenshot of the preview.
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From the photo picker to the Files app
- Tap Choose images on device and select a photo or a supported file. If a file named .heic is rejected, export a JPG or PNG copy first. Hawaf BG accepts JPG, PNG and WebP.
- Inspect the cutout, select PNG and Transparent in the export settings and tap Download PNG. Keep the original photo so you can repeat the export if you notice an edge later.
- In Safari, open Downloads near the address field, or go to Files, Browse and Downloads. If the folder is missing there, check iCloud Drive or your Safari download location.
Use the file when sharing the cutout
Import the PNG from Files into your design app and try it over a coloured background. For a messaging app, sending the downloaded file as a document can help you preserve the original export. Reopen the received file if the recipient needs transparency.
Check the format in Files
Keep the camera original when Safari returns an unsupported-file message. Try a separate JPG or PNG and verify its extension. Use the timestamp to find the new PNG in Downloads before sending it as a file.
Remove a photo background on iPhone
Source · Apple Support