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Free tool · JPEG, PNG, WebP

Brighten dark photos

Lighten dark or backlit photos with Natural, Shadow lift or Backlit, and compare before and after.

Drop a dark photo
JPEG, PNG or WebP

How it works

  1. 1

    Open a dark photo. It's decoded in your browser; nothing is uploaded.

  2. 2

    Pick a style: Natural for an overall lift, Shadow lift for dim scenes, Backlit for faces against a bright window or sky.

  3. 3

    Adjust the strength while you watch the live preview, and tap Compare to see the original.

  4. 4

    Save the brightened copy at full size in its original format.

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Keep private photos private on your phone

SecretGrid encrypts photos, videos and documents behind a pattern only you know, and removes their location automatically. Free on Android.

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