Help & Guidelines

Everything you need to know to create the perfect ID photo.

Photo Guidelines

Visual Compliance Guide

Dos (Follow these)

  • Use a plain background (white or off-white).
  • Ensure even lighting on your face.
  • Look directly at the camera with eyes open.
  • Keep a neutral facial expression.
  • Keep hair away from your face and eyebrows.

Don'ts (Avoid these)

  • No hats, headgear, or headbands.
  • No glasses (unless medically necessary).
  • No side-facing or tilted head shots.
  • No shadows on your face or the background.
  • No white or light-blue clothing.

Supported Standards

United States

Passport

51x51mm

2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm). Head must be between 1 - 1 3/8 inches.

China

Passport / Visa

33x48mm

33 x 48 mm. Head height: 28-33mm. Top margin: 3-5mm.

EU / UK

Schengen Visa / Passport

35x45mm

35 x 45 mm. Head height: 32-36mm. Face centered.

Japan

Passport

35x45mm

35 x 45 mm. Head height: 32-36mm. Head margin: 4mm.

Privacy & Security

Local Analysis

Initial face detection happens 100% locally in your browser. Your photo is never sent to a cloud server for scanning.

Encrypted Processing

Background removal is processed via an encrypted SSL tunnel in RAM. We never write your data to disk.

No Data Retention

We do not store your original or processed photos. Once you close the tab, your data is gone forever.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this tool free?

Yes! Creating and downloading the 4x6 layout is completely free.

What is a 4x6 layout?

It's a standard photo print size (10x15cm). Our layout fits multiple passport photos on one sheet to save you money on printing.

Will the government accept these photos?

Our AI follows strict ICAO and biometric standards. However, acceptance depends on your photo quality (lighting, clothing). Always verify against local requirements.

Can I use it on mobile?

Absolutely. The site is fully responsive and supports direct camera access on iOS and Android.