Colorize Black and White Photos with AI — Free Online
Upload a black-and-white or sepia photo and let AI add natural, lifelike color in seconds. No Photoshop skills needed.
How AI colorization works
Our models are trained on millions of color/black-and-white photo pairs to predict and apply natural, non-oversaturated colors. Upload, pick “Colorize”, and preview in seconds.
Step by step: colorize a black-and-white photo
- Prepare the source. Scan at 300 DPI or photograph flat against good light — the sharper the source, the more natural the color.
- Upload the photo. Open OldPhoto and drag a JPG, PNG or WEBP into the workbench — no account needed.
- Choose the Colorize option. The AI detects faces, sky, skin and objects, then applies period-plausible, natural color.
- Compare with the Before/After slider. Re-run if needed, or restore first (scratch removal / sharpening) and colorize last.
- Download or share. Free downloads carry a small watermark; subscriptions unlock watermark-free high-res exports for printing and framing.
Why colorize with OldPhoto
- Natural, warm tones with no oversaturation
- Tuned for old family photos, preserving face detail
- Free tier lets you try the full colorize pipeline
Frequently asked questions
Can I colorize black and white photos for free?
Yes. The free tier includes 2 colorizations per month with full preview; high-res download requires a subscription.
Does it work on faded color photos too?
Yes. The same AI can also correct color shifts in faded color prints.
Will colorization look fake?
Modern AI colorization looks remarkably natural on skin tones, sky and grass; tricky photos simply benefit from a second pass.