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Before & after maker

Create a before & after image

Show off a renovation, a haircut, a photo edit or a fitness journey. Add two photos, compare them with a slider and download a ready-to-post comparison.

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  1. 1Add before & after
  2. 2Compare & style
  3. 3Download

Add your BEFORE photo

Start with the before picture. Or select both at once — before first, then after.

Before
After
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BEFORE AFTER

Drag across the picture to compare.

Download layout

Stacked works best for wide photos on Instagram and phones.

Labels

Preview of your download

Comparison downloaded

Your before & after image is saved and ready to share.

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How to make a before and after picture

1
Add your two photosAdd the before photo first, then the after photo — or select both together. You can replace or swap them later.
2
Compare and choose a layoutDrag across the preview to compare the photos. Then pick Side by side, Stacked or Split for your download and decide whether to show labels.
3
DownloadThe comparison is saved as a high-quality JPG, ready for Instagram, Facebook, a website or a client report.

Tips for convincing before and after photos

  • Same spot, same angle: stand in the same place and frame the shot the same way for both photos.
  • Same light: take both at a similar time of day, or with the same lamps on, so the change you're showing is the real difference.
  • Same zoom: crop both photos to the same shape first with our crop tool if needed.
  • Be honest: heavy filters on only one side make results look fake and reduce trust.

Which layout should I use?

Side by side is the classic comparison and suits tall photos. Stacked places the before photo above the after photo, which suits wide shots like rooms, gardens and cars, and fills a phone screen nicely. Split combines both photos into one at the slider's position — great for showing an edit on the same picture, such as retouching or colour grading.

Frequently asked questions

What if my two photos are different sizes?

The after photo is automatically scaled and centred to match the before photo, so both halves line up.

Are my photos uploaded?

No. Everything happens in your browser and your photos stay on your device.

Can I add my own text?

Yes — download the comparison, then open it in our Add Text tool to write anything you like.

Can I compare more than two photos?

For three or more photos, use our collage maker with the Row layout.

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