A clean cutout is what makes a sticker look like a sticker. The good news: you don't need Photoshop or any editing skills — the free Sticker Maker app removes the background from any photo automatically, right on your phone. Here's how.
How to remove the background for a sticker
- Open Sticker Maker and tap "Create".
- Pick a photo. The app instantly lifts the subject and removes the background for you.
- Refine the edges if needed — pinch to zoom, then erase or restore any part by hand.
- Add text or emoji, then save it as a sticker.
That's it. No green screen, no manual tracing.
Your photo stays private
Background removal happens on your device using on-device AI — your original photo is never uploaded to a server. It stays on your phone. (More on that in our Privacy Policy.)
Tips for the cleanest cutout
- Use a clear, well-lit photo where the subject stands out.
- Simple backgrounds cut out most cleanly.
- Leave a little space around the subject — it helps the edges come out smooth.
Then turn it into a WhatsApp sticker
Once the background's gone:
- Save the cutout into a pack.
- Tap "Add to WhatsApp" and confirm.
- Send it in any chat.
Full walkthrough: How to Make WhatsApp Stickers, or see How to Turn a Photo Into a Sticker.
Or skip it with ready-made packs
Already-cut-out stickers, ready to send for free:
Remove the background, add a few words, and you've got a custom sticker — free, private, and watermark-free.