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Placeholder Image Generator Online

Browser-side — no upload
Last verified May 2026 — runs in your browser

Placeholder Image Generator

Generate custom placeholder images for mockups, wireframes, and development. Set exact dimensions, background and text colors, custom text, and font size. Download as PNG. No external service needed.

Related: Resize Image Add Text to Image Image Info

How to generate a placeholder

  1. Enter the width and height you need in pixels.
  2. Pick a background colour and type a label (usually the dimensions or the content it represents).
  3. Preview the placeholder — the label auto-sizes to stay readable at any dimension.
  4. Click Download to save the PNG. Drop it into your mock, wireframe or CMS draft.

Common use cases

  • Filling image slots in a design mock while waiting for final photography.
  • Showing intended image dimensions in a developer handover so engineers build the right layout.
  • Seeding a CMS with obviously-fake hero images during content entry so no one ships them by accident.
  • Producing quick filler art for demos, tutorials or wireframe presentations.

Frequently asked questions

Why not use a placeholder service like placehold.co?

External services add a network request, require internet, can rate-limit you and have privacy implications. A local generator produces the same result without leaving your device.

Can I generate a transparent placeholder?

The tool outputs a solid colour. For transparent placeholders, pick a colour close to your design and set opacity in CSS, or use an explicit transparent PNG of the right size.

What file format does it output?

PNG, which keeps edges crisp and stays lossless at any zoom. For smaller files, re-encode the placeholder as JPG once you are happy with it.

Is my work uploaded?

No. The placeholder is generated in your browser.

About placeholder images

Placeholder images are temporary images used during design and development. Instead of relying on external placeholder services, generate them locally with exact dimensions and colors matching your design system. Common sizes include 800x600 for content areas, 1920x1080 for hero sections, and 1200x630 for Open Graph social images.

  • Custom width and height up to 4096px
  • Quick presets for common sizes
  • Custom background and text colors
  • Custom text or automatic WxH label
  • Adjustable font size from 12-120px
  • Download as PNG
  • Generated entirely in your browser

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