Grayscale Image Converter

Convert color images to grayscale online for free. Transform your photos to black and white with professional quality results.
Upload Images

Drag and drop images here or click to browse

Supported formats: JPG, PNG, WEBP, GIF, BMP, AVIF

Grayscale Controls

Apply grayscale conversion to your images

Preview Mode
Key Features
  • Professional grayscale conversion using luminance formula
  • Batch processing up to 50 images
  • Maintains image quality and resolution
  • Supports all popular image formats
  • Real-time preview with split-view comparison
  • Bulk download as ZIP file
  • No file size limits
  • Completely free to use
How to Use Grayscale Image Converter

1. Upload Images

Click the upload area or drag and drop your color images. You can upload up to 50 images at once in formats like JPG, PNG, WEBP, GIF, BMP, or AVIF.

2. Apply Grayscale

Click the 'Apply Grayscale' button to convert all uploaded images to black and white using professional luminance-based conversion.

3. Preview Results

Use the preview mode options to see before/after comparison. The split view allows you to see both original and grayscale versions side by side.

4. Download

Download individual images or use 'Download All as ZIP' to get all converted images in a single compressed file.

About Grayscale Image Conversion

Grayscale conversion transforms color images into black and white by removing color information while preserving luminance (brightness) values. Our tool uses the standard luminance formula (0.299×R + 0.587×G + 0.114×B) which provides the most visually accurate grayscale conversion by accounting for human eye sensitivity to different colors.

Benefits:

  • Professional photography and artistic effects
  • Reduce file size for certain applications
  • Create classic black and white aesthetic
  • Improve readability for documents
  • Prepare images for printing
  • Enhance contrast and focus