Image to Pixel Art

Retro Pixel Art from Photos.

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Your files never leave your device. Everything is processed in your browser.

The picture is reduced to large pixels and a limited palette, in the style of early game consoles.

How to use the Image to Pixel Art tool

  1. Start by giving Image to Pixel Art a file from your device. It takes JPG, PNG, WebP.
  2. Choose the pixel size and a palette.
  3. When it looks right, save the file Image to Pixel Art has made.

Tips for the best result

  • Crop tight; small subjects disappear in large pixels.
  • Limited palettes give the most authentic look.

Quick facts

PriceFree
Works withJPG, PNG, WebP
Where it runsIn your browser, on your device
AccountNot needed

Frequently asked questions

What do the palettes do?

They restrict colors to those of a classic system such as Game Boy or NES.

Can I export at large size?

Yes, pixels are scaled up cleanly without blur.