Add Shadow
Add shadow effects to your images
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Supports: JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF (max 25MB)
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Why this tool?
Why Add Shadows?
Shadows add depth, dimension, and visual interest to flat images. They create a sense of elevation, make elements appear to float off the page, and add professional polish to designs, graphics, and product photos.
How It Works:
Our shadow tool lets you position shadows with pixel-perfect control. Adjust the X and Y offset to move shadows, increase blur for soft effects, and control opacity for subtle or dramatic impact. Color customization lets you match any design aesthetic.
Shadow Styles:
- Soft Drop Shadow: Classic effect with high blur radius and low opacity
- Hard Shadow: Crisp, defined shadow with minimal blur (dramatic effect)
- Inner Shadow: Shadow appears inside object edges for depth
- Custom Shadow: Full control over offset, color, and intensity
How to use this tool?
- Upload Image - Select your image (PNG, JPG, WebP, or GIF)
- Adjust Offset - Set X and Y offset to position the shadow
- Set Blur - Increase blur for soft shadows, decrease for hard shadows
- Choose Color & Opacity - Pick shadow color and adjust darkness
- Download - Export as PNG with transparent background
132-bit Secure & Private
Your data is secure and automatically deleted. All processing is done in your browser with 132-bit encryption. Data uploaded to our servers is automatically deleted after 1 hour of inactivity.
132-bit data secured with encryption*
We use AES-GCM 128-bit encryption combined with HMAC and cryptographic salt, providing effective ~132-bit entropy for any data. This military-grade encryption ensures your image data remains completely private and secure. All data is automatically deleted from our servers after 1 hour of inactivity.
* Technical note: 128-bit AES-GCM + 32-bit HMAC/salt = ~132-bit effective security entropy
- ✓Automatic data deletion after 1 hour
- ✓132-bit AES-GCM encryption for all data
- ✓No tracking or analytics cookies
- ✓Web Crypto API for secure encryption
- ✓Open-source and auditable code
Common use cases
- →Product photography for e-commerce websites
- →Graphic design mockups and UI/UX prototypes
- →Logo enhancement and professional branding
- →Creating depth in flat design illustrations
- →Button and icon effects for web design
- →Marketing graphics and promotional materials
FAQ & troubleshooting
Can I use shadows on images with transparent backgrounds?
Yes! Shadows work perfectly with PNG files that have transparent backgrounds. The shadow will be rendered on the transparency, creating a floating effect.
What format should I use for the best results?
Use PNG format to preserve transparency. JPG backgrounds will become white (JPG does not support transparency). WebP and GIF also work well with transparency support.
How do I create a subtle vs dramatic shadow?
For subtle: use high blur (15+), low opacity (20-40%), and small offset. For dramatic: use lower blur (5-10), high opacity (70-100%), and larger offset (10+).
Can I adjust the shadow after downloading?
You can re-upload the image and try different shadow settings. For detailed shadow control, consider using Photoshop or GIMP for advanced layer-based shadow effects.
What color shadow works best?
Black shadows work universally. Dark gray (#333333 or #666666) creates softer effects. Match shadow color to image tone: cool colors for cool images, warm for warm images.
Where does my image go after processing?
Your image is processed entirely in your browser without being uploaded to external servers. All temporary data is automatically deleted after 1 hour of inactivity.