What image formats are supported?

You can upload common image formats including JPG, PNG, WebP, and GIF. For the cleanest result, use images with similar dimensions and good resolution.

Which before and after layout should I choose?

Side-by-side works well for quick comparisons, slider is great for interactive reveal effects, split view keeps both versions in one frame, and vertical stack is useful for mobile-friendly posts.

Will my PNG download include a watermark?

You can preview your comparison with the watermark turned on or off while editing. Free PNG exports (2 per day) include a subtle watermark, while upgraded plans can export without it.

Can I also create GIFs and videos?

Yes. Once your images are ready, you can continue into the GIF Maker or Video Maker to create animated before and after content with the same comparison setup.

Free Before After Photo Maker

Create stunning before and after photos online for free. Side-by-side, slider, split, and vertical stack layouts. Perfect for fitness transformations, home renovations, beauty makeovers, and commercial visual storytelling.

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Which Comparison Layout Should I Use?

Use Side-by-Side when the two photos were taken from slightly different positions, and a Slider or Split View when they line up exactly. The three most used layouts:

Side-by-Side Comparison

Arrange your before and after pictures next to each other horizontally or stacked vertically. Ideal for showcasing classic fitness transformations, hair makeovers, or weight loss progress.

Interactive Image Slider

Generate an interactive comparison widget where visitors can drag a horizontal or vertical slider handle to reveal the difference between two photos in real-time. Excellent for dental, skin care, and web design portfolios.

Split View Comparison

Slice the visual frame directly down the center (vertical or horizontal split), showing the left half before and the right half after. Ideal for capturing fine-grained differences in a single frame.

How Do I Make a Before and After Photo Online?

Upload two photos, pick a layout, add labels and download. It takes about a minute, and the editor runs in your browser.

Upload Your Photos: Click to upload your "Before" image and your "After" image. All processing happens locally on your browser. Your images are not uploaded to our servers.
Select a Comparison Style: Pick between Side-by-Side, Interactive Slider, Split, or Vertical layouts to fit your target platform's aspect ratio.
Apply Custom Labels: Personalize the overlay text (such as dates, measurements, or captions) to provide context. Adjust label positioning and scale to suit the aesthetics.
Export Your Result: Download the comparison as a clean PNG image, an animated GIF, or an MP4 video with a smooth slide transition, perfect for Instagram, TikTok, client portfolios, or home pages.

What Can Before After Photo Maker Export?

Before After Photo Maker exports comparisons as PNG images, animated GIFs, MP4 or WebM videos, and embeddable sliders. Limits on the free plan:

Output	Settings	Free plan
PNG image	5 layouts plus templates; JPG, PNG, WebP or GIF uploads up to 10 MB each	2 exports per day, no account, small watermark
Animated GIF	1 to 10 seconds, 5 to 30 frames per second	1 per day with a free account
Video	3 to 15 seconds, 10 to 30 frames per second, 7 animation styles, MP4 or WebM	1 per day with a free account
Embedded slider	Interactive slider for your own website	1 hosted slider with a watermark

Pro removes the daily limits and the watermark from $5.99 a week. See pricing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this before and after photo creator free to use?

Yes. Creating and downloading PNG comparisons is free, up to 2 exports per day with a small watermark. Pro plans remove the watermark, let you add your own logo, and remove the daily limit on GIF and video exports.

Do you upload my personal photos to any servers?

No. The editor runs in your browser, so your photos are not uploaded to our servers. Our Privacy Policy lists the analytics and advertising services this site uses.

Can I create animations and video transitions?

Yes. The GIF Maker and Video Maker export an animated slider as a GIF or a video (MP4 or WebM, depending on your browser). Both require a free account, and free accounts can export one of each per day.