Add a Vignette to a Photo
Darken or lighten the edges to draw attention to the centre of the photo.
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JPG, PNG, WebP, AVIF, HEIC, GIF · up to 100 MB
Your images are processed locally in your browser and are not uploaded.
A vignette gently darkens the corners so the eye goes straight to the subject — a classic trick of portrait and landscape photographers. A light vignette does the opposite and gives a soft, dreamy look. Choose the strength and how much of the centre stays untouched.
How to add a vignette to a photo
- Step 1
Add a photo.
- Step 2
Set the strength (negative values make the edges light) and the size.
- Step 3
Download the photo.
Why use PhotoTools
Dark or light
Classic dark corners or a soft white vignette.
Smooth fall-off
The effect follows the shape of the photo without visible bands.
Private
Processed on your device, never uploaded.
Supported formats
Input
- JPG
- PNG
- WebP
- AVIF
- HEIC
- GIF
- BMP
- TIFF
- PSD
- RAW
Output
- JPG
- PNG
- WebP
- AVIF
Frequently asked questions
When should I use a vignette?
For portraits, food and product photos, and landscapes with a busy border — anywhere the centre matters most.
Is it free?
Yes. Browser tools on PhotoTools are free, unlimited and work without an account.
Are my images uploaded to a server?
No. This tool runs entirely in your browser using WebAssembly. Your images never leave your device, and nothing is stored.