Make digital images feel natural
Fine texture breaks up overly smooth gradients and gives clean digital images a more tactile, photographic finish.
Free browser-based photo tool
Image Grain Generator — Add Film Grain to Your Photos Online Free
Add fine, organic grain in seconds. Your image stays on your device, from first preview to final download.
Start with an image
Drop a photo here
or choose one from your device
JPG, PNG, WebP, AVIF or BMP · up to 30 MBHappy with the preview?
No uploadYour photos never leave your browser.
No watermarkDownload clean, full-size results.
No accountOpen the tool and start creating.
A little imperfection goes a long way
Why add grain to an image?
Set a cinematic mood
Use subtle grain for warmth or a coarser pattern for a grittier editorial, documentary, or high-ISO look.
Keep every image private
Processing happens with the Canvas API on your device. There is no image upload, server queue, or stored copy.
Three simple steps
From clean to cinematic
- 1
Choose a photo
Select or drop an image from your device.
- 2
Tune the texture
Adjust intensity, size, and grain character.
- 3
Download
Save a still as PNG/JPEG or a 2.5-second loop as WebM/MP4.
Frequently asked
Good to know
Is Image Grain Generator free?
Yes. The tool is free to use, with no account and no watermark.
Are my photos uploaded anywhere?
No. Image decoding, preview, processing, and export all happen locally in your browser.
What image formats are supported?
You can use JPG, PNG, WebP, AVIF, and BMP when supported by your browser. Results can be downloaded as PNG, JPEG, WebM, or MP4.
Does the download keep the original image size?
Yes. The on-page preview is optimized for speed, while downloads are rendered at the original pixel dimensions.
Can I use the result commercially?
The tool adds an effect to your image and does not claim ownership of it. Make sure you have the rights required for the source image.
Does it work on phones and tablets?
Yes. It works in modern mobile browsers and supports images selected from your photo library.