Add a light leak to a photo
Pick the corner the light comes from, then set its color, size and strength. The glow lightens the photo where it falls, as real light leaks do.
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How to add a light leak to a photo
Open a photo. Drop it here, paste it, or choose a file.
Pick the corner, then the color, size and strength.
Download the photo with its light leak.
What you can do
- Glow from any corner
- Any color, from amber to pink
- Size and strength controls
- No uploads, no sign-up, no watermark
Questions
What is a light leak?+
A glow of color on film where light got into the camera by accident. It is popular again as an analog look.
Which colors look most like real film leaks?+
Orange, red and amber look like classic 35mm leaks. Pink and magenta give a softer, dreamier look.
Can I add more than one leak?+
Yes. Add Light Leak again and pick another corner or color.
Are my photos uploaded?+
No. The light leak is added in your browser, and the photo never leaves your device.
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