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description: Clearcut is an independent online background remover operated by chern0.dev in Sarajevo. Learn about the tool, pricing choices, API and image privacy.
title: About Clearcut - Independent Background Removal | Clearcut
image: https://clearcut.sh/og/home.png
---

## What you can do

Clearcut removes backgrounds from product photos, portraits and other images. The editor lets you refine edges, change backgrounds and prepare transparent PNGs. Bulk editing helps with groups of images, and a [publicly documented API](https://clearcut.sh/docs) supports automated workflows.

## Use it on your terms

Try the free Fast allowance, buy a one-time credit pack or choose a monthly subscription. A subscription is optional. The [pricing page](https://clearcut.sh/pricing) lists credit costs and expiry rules, and the [FAQ](https://clearcut.sh/faq) explains the free limits.

## Who operates Clearcut?

Clearcut is operated by chern0.dev, 71000 Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is independent of remove.bg, Canva and Leonardo.Ai.

Our [remove.bg comparison](https://clearcut.sh/compare/remove-bg) describes the differences, links to sources and identifies the date of review.

## Your images and support

Images are processed in the cloud. Clearcut files expire after 60 minutes; provider retention is explained in our [privacy policy](https://clearcut.sh/privacy). Save finished images to your device.

For help, email [support@clearcut.sh](mailto:support@clearcut.sh). Check [live service status](https://status.clearcut.sh) for availability issues.

Need help?

Prefer email? [support@clearcut.sh](mailto:support@clearcut.sh)

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