Have you ever struggled with creating images that perfectly fit your design needs? Maybe you wanted to make a collage of images feel cohesive, but the various colored backdrops made it obvious they weren’t. Or, maybe you wanted an image overlaid over another, but couldn’t make it look right. Removing the background is the best option! However, not every editing tool allows you to do this . . . but you can do it in Canva!
If you have been following our blog for a while, you know we’re big Canva fans. It’s one of the best tools to elevate your brand as a blogger because you can create professional, custom graphics in literally minutes. It’s the best! And, one of the more recent features Canva Pro offers is the background removal tool.
Today, we’re breaking down how to use the background remover tool that will allow you to do SO much more with your uploaded photos. (Plus, adding a watermark is easy with this feature too!!)
Here’s how it’s done:
How To Make A Transparent Background in Canva
Step 1: Upload your image.
First, log in to your Canva account and select the design type you want to use. You can choose from social media posts, presentations, flyers, and more. Once you select your design type, click the Upload button on the left-hand side to add your image.
Step 2: Select Background Remover tool.
Next, click Edit Image then hover over the background remover tool. It’s labeled “BG Remover.”
Step 3: Determine if the tool removed what you want.
Once you hit the BG Remover button, Canva will determine what’s background and remove it. When it’s a white background, this is easy. However, if the background is more complex, the remover tool may not do a perfect job. So, look over your photo and decide if it kept what you wanted and ditched what you didn’t.
Step 4: Use advanced settings to edit background.
If you’re not happy with the way the background works, click the middle icon for advanced background removal options. You’ll see an Erase and Restore option where you can edit what specifically is included in your background image.
Step 5: Complete your design.
Now that your background is removed, upload more images if needed and remove those backgrounds too. Then, customize your project to create your branded graphic! Images with removed backgrounds are perfect for making collages in Canva. Hopefully, now that the pesky backgrounds are removed, designing will be a breeze!
Step 6: Save and export project.
When you’re finished with your design, click Download in the upper right to save your image. If you plan to upload it to LTK, Insta, or your blog, we recommend PNG or JPG!
Bonus tip: If you want to download a logo or other graphic with a transparent background, you can do that using the BG Remover tool as well! Just make sure you download using PNG to truly have a background-free image.
How To Make Transparent Background Video In Canva
Ready to level up your content? Canva’s video background remover lets you create clean, scroll-stopping clips without messy background. To be honest, it’s kind of addictive once you start!
Choose a Clean, High-Contrast Clip
The clearer your subject matter is, the better the result will be! Videos with great lighting and contrast make it waaaay easier for the background remover to find the edges and separate the subject from the background. If your clip is dark or cluttered, you might notice rough edges or missing details.
Use the Background Remover Tool
Click your video, head to Edit Video, then select Background Remover. Canva will automatically process the clip and remove the background frame by frame, which is honestly so satisfying to watch and takes the hard work out. You may need to give it a moment to process, especially for longer clips.
Refine Your Result
If anything looks slightly off, don’t stress! This is where you can polish it up. Adjust the brightness, contrast, and sharpness to help clean up edges and bring your subject back into focus. Sometimes even a small tweak can make a huge difference in the end result. The goal is to make your video feel seamless, not obviously edited.
Export Properly
When it’s time to download, make sure you choose a format that supports transparency if needed. This ensures your background-free video layers smoothly over other designs or clips. It’s especially helpful if you’re creating overlays for reels or stories. Getting this step right keeps everything looking clean and professional.
How To Make Logo Background Transparent In Canva
This is where your branding really starts to feel polished. A clean, transparent logo instantly makes everything look more cohesive and professional across your platforms. It’s also a moment to be really proud of your brand.
Use a High-Quality Logo
Start with the best version of your logo you have. A high-resolution file will give you much cleaner edges when removing image backgrounds. If your logo is blurry or pixelated, those imperfections will show even more once the background is gone. Think of this as setting yourself up for success from the start. Your business needs to look trustworthy, and that begins here.
Use Background Remover
Click on your logo, head to Edit Image, and select Background Remover. Canva will quickly remove the background and isolate your design, making your image transparent in seconds. Make sure you always double-check the result before moving on.
Clean Up Edges
Logos often have small details, fine lines, or text that need a little extra attention. Use the Erase and Restore tools to refine those areas and make sure nothing important was removed. This step is what takes your logo from “good enough” to really polished. It only takes a minute but makes a big difference.
Download as a PNG File
This step is the key to keeping your transparent background. You MUST download your file as a png file. Other formats will automatically add a background back in, which defeats the purpose of all your work. PNG keeps everything crisp, clean, and ready to layer onto anything. It’s the final step that pulls it all together.
Removing backgrounds in Canva gives bloggers and influencers more flexibility with their designs!
Canva already offers dozens of features that make designing visual, branded content for blogs and social media super easy. Making background transparent using the BG Remover is one of those intuitive tools that makes Canva one of the best editing and design tools out there.
If you want more Canva tips, we’ve got you covered with how-to guides:
- How to Add a Border in Canva
- How to Find Starred Templates on Canva
- How to Group Elements on Canva
- How to Add a Link in Canva
Beyond Canva tips, we’ve got all the info you need to run a successful and profitable blog! (The dream, right?) You can find everything from search engine optimization know-how to social media tips on the InfluencerSEO blog! Check it out!
Jordan Becerra, founder and Lead SEO Strategist at InfluencerSEO, has spent almost 15 years in the creator internet space, the last nine building InfluencerSEO into the go-to SEO partner for content creators, with 500+ creators served from pre-launch to massive publication. She learned creator monetization and community building strategy from the inside working for Lauryn Bosstick of The Skinny Confidential prior to founding InfluencerSEO, so she understands both halves of the game: how search actually works AND how creators actually build a strong community online and make money. Her job now is to stay ahead of where search engine optimization is going, especially as AI rewrites the rules, and to make sure the creators she works with get there first.
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