Free online converter to turn photos to grayscale with multiple methods, brightness and contrast controls, and browser-based processing
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Free: unlimited single-image processing across all tools, supported by ads. Pro: $9 one-time lifetime purchase (launch price, usually $29) including batch processing, ZIP export, no ads, larger file limits, and all future Pro tools.
Key features
Four grayscale conversion methods: Weighted, Average, Maximum, Minimum
Adjustable brightness and contrast controls from -100 to +100
Real-time preview of adjustments
Support for JPG, PNG, and WebP formats
Browser-based processing with no server upload
Download as PNG to preserve transparency
No watermarks or signup required
Weighted method uses ITU-R BT.709 industry standard luminance
Multiple related tools: Monochrome, Desaturate, Sepia, Vintage, and effects
Image format conversion (JPG, PNG, WebP)
Image resizing with exact pixels, percentages, or social presets
Image compression with live before/after readout
Metadata cleaning and EXIF data removal
OCR text extraction from images
Photo collage and layout creation
Screenshot annotation with arrows and shapes
Batch processing with ZIP export
Background removal using on-device AI
Mobile-friendly with support for offline use
What makes it different
Four different grayscale algorithms to choose the right output for your photo
Privacy-first approach with all processing in browser and no image uploads
Practical focus on specific workflows rather than generic one-click effects
Educational guides explaining technical concepts and when to use each method
Instant results without upload or download wait times
All processing happens locally in the browser with no file uploads
Free tier unlimited for single images without account or daily limits
One-time $9 lifetime purchase instead of subscription
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