Image Dithering Tool for Retro Pixel Effects
Apply dithering (Floyd-Steinberg, retro effect) to an image, in your browser.
Floyd-Steinberg dithering (canvas), 100% local.
🔒 100% client-side — no data sent
Apply a dithering effect to your images for a retro look reminiscent of old displays and low-color-depth prints. Processing happens entirely in your browser with no uploads, keeping your privacy safe.
What is it for?
- ▸ Give a photo or illustration a pixel-art or 80s-90s style
- ▸ Reduce an image's visual weight by limiting its color depth
- ▸ Create retro visuals for a game, poster or social profile
- ▸ Simulate the look of a monochrome display or a halftone print
FAQ
What exactly is dithering?
Dithering is a technique that arranges points from a limited palette to simulate shades and gradients, creating the illusion of more colors than are actually present.
Can I adjust the intensity of the effect?
Yes, you can tune the dithering settings to make the effect more or less pronounced depending on the retro look you want.
Are my images sent to a server?
No, all processing runs in your browser. Your images stay private and are never uploaded.
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