Noise Adder
Add uniform or Gaussian film grain to any photo, in colour or monochrome.
Add grain to an image
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How to use the Noise Adder
- Choose the photo you want to add grain to.
- Set the grain amount and pick uniform or Gaussian noise.
- Tick monochrome for film style grain, then download the PNG.
Features
- Uniform speckle or Gaussian film grain
- Monochrome option for classic black and white grain
- Amount slider from a hint of texture to heavy noise
- Live preview of the grain before you download
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the free online noise adder.
Choose a photo, set the grain amount, pick uniform or Gaussian noise, then download the
finished PNG file.
No. The grain is generated with your browser random number generator and applied locally, so
nothing is uploaded.
Uniform grain gives every pixel an equal chance of a light or dark speck, which looks like
coarse digital noise.
Gaussian grain clusters most values near zero with a few stronger specks, which looks closer
to real film grain.
Yes. Monochrome grain changes all three colour channels by the same amount, giving a classic
black and white film look.
Lower the amount for a subtle texture and raise it for a heavy retro look, watching the live
preview as you drag.
Yes. Adding grain is a quick way to hide banding in gradients, add mood to a flat photo or
fake an old print.
Yes. The noise adder is fully responsive and works in any modern browser on phones, tablets
and desktop computers.
Yes. It is completely free and unlimited, with no account, no sign-up and no watermark on
your downloaded image.
Last updated: October 10, 2026