Your files never leave your device. All processing happens in your browser.
Open the Img Stop Text Behind Image tool, add a photo and let the on-device AI cut out the subject. Type your text, pick a font, size, colour and position, and the words appear behind the person or object – then download the image.
About the Text Behind Image
The Img Stop Text Behind Image tool creates the popular look where big headline text sits behind the person, building or object in a photo. A small AI model downloads once, then finds the subject on your device and layers your text between the background and the subject.
Choose from 12 fonts including Anton, Bebas Neue, Montserrat Black, Oswald, Pacifico, Permanent Marker and Impact, and set size, colour, opacity, position, rotation and letter spacing. Use solid, outline or shadow text, and pick Fast or HD AI quality.
Key features
- Automatic subject cut-outOn-device AI separates the subject from the background.
- 12 display fontsAnton, Bebas Neue, Montserrat Black, Oswald, Archivo Black, Playfair Display, Pacifico, Permanent Marker, Lobster, Impact, Arial Black and Georgia.
- Full text controlSize, colour, opacity, position, rotation and letter spacing.
- Text stylesSolid, outline or shadow.
- Fast or HD qualityChoose quick results or finer edges around the subject.
- Private by designThe AI model runs on your device; the photo is not uploaded.
How to use the Text Behind Image
- Add a photo Pick an image with a clear subject such as a person, car or building.
- Wait for the cut-out The AI finds the subject (the model downloads only the first time).
- Type and style text Choose a font, size, colour, style and drag it into place.
- Download Save the finished image with the text behind the subject.
Text Behind Image at a glance
| Price | Free, no watermark |
|---|---|
| AI | Small model downloaded once, runs on your device |
| Fonts | 12 display and script fonts |
| Text styles | Solid, outline, shadow |
| Quality | Fast or HD |
| Processing | In your browser – photos are not uploaded |
When to use it
- Make eye-catching YouTube thumbnails and Instagram posts.
- Design magazine-cover style portraits with a big title.
- Create travel photos with the place name behind a landmark.
- Make product and brand images with the name behind the product.
- Create POV and quote posts for TikTok and Reels.
Tips for the best result
- Leave space above or around the subject so the text is visible.
- Tall, bold fonts like Anton or Bebas Neue give the classic look.
- Use HD quality for hair and fine edges.
- Place text so part of it is covered by the subject – that sells the effect.
Frequently asked questions
How do I put text behind a person in a photo?
Add the photo to the Img Stop Text Behind Image tool. The AI cuts out the person automatically; type your text and it is placed behind them. Adjust and download.
Which font is best for the text behind image effect?
Tall, heavy fonts such as Anton, Bebas Neue, Impact or Montserrat Black work best because large letters stay readable when part is hidden.
Is my photo uploaded to a server?
No. A small AI model is downloaded once and then runs on your device, so your photo stays in your browser.
Why is the first use slower?
The AI model downloads the first time. After that it is cached and later photos are processed faster.
Is the text behind image tool free?
Yes, it is free with no watermark and no sign-up.
Learn more
- Halftone – the printing technique behind many photo effects
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