How much does background removal and clipping path service cost?

Pricing starts at €0.25 per image for simple subjects and goes up to €0.75 per image for complex multi-path work. Volume discounts are available for bulk orders.

What is a clipping path and when do I need it?

A clipping path is a hand-drawn vector outline (pen tool path) used to isolate a product or subject from its background. You need it when you want a clean transparent, white, or custom replacement background for e-commerce listings, catalogues, or ad creatives.

How fast is the turnaround for background removal orders?

Standard orders of up to 500 images are delivered within 24 hours. Rush delivery within 6–12 hours is available on request for urgent batches.

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Background Removal & Clipping Path

Background removal and clipping path are the foundation of e-commerce and product photography post-production. Every path at BLACKFOX is hand-drawn with the pen tool — no auto-select, no AI fill, no shortcuts. The result is a clean, anti-aliased edge at full print resolution that holds up whether you're printing at A0 or serving a 400px thumbnail on a marketplace. We deliver transparent PNGs, Amazon-compliant white JPEGs, and layered PSDs with named paths — whichever format fits your workflow. From simple geometric products to complex hair and fur, every subject gets the correct technique. Starting from €0.25 per image, with 24-hour delivery.

Background Removal — professionally edited result

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What is background removal?

A clipping path is a vector path hand-drawn around a product using Photoshop's pen tool, used to remove or replace the background. Background removal is the process of applying that path to produce a clean cut-out — transparent PNG, white JPEG, or a custom replacement background.

Why does it matter for e-commerce?

Unlike automated background removal tools, a hand-drawn clipping path preserves edge sharpness at full print resolution and produces no fringing or halo artefacts around the subject.

Included

What does background removal include?

Pen-tool precision

Every path hand-traced — no auto-select, no AI edges, no fringing.

Any format

Transparent PNG, white JPEG, layered PSD or TIFF — your choice.

Simple to complex

Single paths for basic shapes up to multi-path for intricate products.

Who this is for

Product photographers, e-commerce businesses, catalogue studios, and print designers who need pixel-clean cut-outs — from simple geometric products to complex hair, fur, and jewellery.

Pricing

How much does background removal cost?

Tier	What's included	Price
Simple	Basic shapes, solid objects, single path	from €0.25
Medium	Multiple paths, moderate edge complexity	from €0.45
Complex	Hair, fur, jewellery, wire mesh, multi-path	from €0.75
Bulk	500+ images/month — volume rate	Contact us

All prices per image. No setup fee. No minimum order.

The workflow

How does an order work?

Secure Upload

Send files via FTP, Dropbox, WeTransfer or Google Drive. We confirm receipt and start within 2 hours.

Specialist Edit

A dedicated team edits your images — not generalists. Your brief and brand guidelines drive every decision.

QC Review

A senior editor reviews every file independently before delivery. We fix issues before you see them.

Encrypted Delivery

Approved files are pushed to your secure transfer of choice — FTP, Dropbox, or Google Drive.

Ready to Publish

You receive an instant notification. Files are in your required format, named and organized.

Common questions

Common questions about background removal

What's the difference between a clipping path and background removal?

A clipping path is a vector path hand-drawn around a subject using the pen tool, used for hard-edged objects. Background removal applies that path to produce a transparent or white-background output file. We use the correct technique for each subject automatically.

Can you handle complex subjects like chains, wire mesh, or jewellery settings?

Yes. Complex multi-path subjects are priced at a higher tier but are handled with the same pen-tool technique. No subject is too intricate — send a sample and we'll quote it accurately.

What file formats do you deliver?

Transparent PNG, Amazon-compliant white JPEG, layered PSD with named paths, and TIFF. You can request multiple formats in a single order at no extra charge.

Can you match a specific background colour instead of white?

Yes. Specify any RGB or HEX background value and we'll fill the output to your exact colour. Custom backgrounds (lifestyle scenes, gradients) are also available on request.

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