Step 1: Start with a clean portrait
The source photo should contain one clearly visible face, even lighting, no strong shadows, and enough empty space around the head to crop cleanly.
Step 2: Verify the visitor is human
The site uses Cloudflare Turnstile before photo processing and premium checkout. This protects the service from bots and keeps paid API usage under control.
Step 3: Run AI analysis
The face detector estimates where the head is and suggests a square crop. The app then draws a live 600×600 preview.
Step 4: Fine-tune manually
Users can adjust zoom and move the crop left, right, up, or down. This matters because automatic detection is helpful, but users still need a final visual check.
Step 5: Export as JPEG
The export routine compresses the final image progressively until the file size approaches the desired digital limit. If the image is still too large, the user should try a simpler, cleaner source photo.
Monetization angle
A free export funnel can generate ad revenue, while a premium background-cleanup button can capture users who want a faster white-background result.