Natural retake
Gently improves expression and lighting while keeping the original mood, outfit and setting.
Original and edit generated for this site with Ideogram 4.5. This fictional adult is AI-generated; results vary by photo.
A SECOND CHANCE FOR YOUR FAVORITE PHOTO
Retake AI Photo Editor: Retake Your Portrait Online
Don't delete the moment. Retake the photo.
Retake AI fixes a stiff smile, harsh shadows or a busy background in your browser. Upload one photo, add references if you like, compare retakes and download.
Retake a photo Strictly Prohibits Adult/NSFW ContentPhoto order matters
Your references guide the person. Your first photo guides the moment.
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Upload the photo to edit. Optionally add 1–4 clear photos of the same person.
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Create 2–4 photo alternatives. Each photo is charged separately; confirmed failures return credits.
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Each retake is a new AI interpretation. Results can change facial details, clothing or backgrounds. Compare carefully before sharing.
Key facts
Retake AI at a glance
Retake AI is an online portrait editor that reworks a photo you already have instead of asking you to shoot it again. Upload the photo to fix, optionally add 1–4 reference photos of the same person, pick a change, and compare the results before you download.
- Photos you upload
- 1 target photo + 0–4 referencesThe first photo is the one Retake AI edits; references of the same person guide identity.
- Output
- Edited photo at the original sizeIdeogram 4.5 high-precision editing follows the size of your target photo.
- Price
- 2 credits per photoTwo to four alternatives cost 4–8 credits. New accounts start with 0 credits.
- Where it runs
- Web browser on desktop or phoneNo app to install. Photos are processed in the cloud.
- Personal model
- Not requiredRetake AI edits each photo directly and does not train a model of your face.
What Retake AI can change
Choose one change per retake and add your own details when you need something specific.
Open closed eyes
Rescues an accidental blink by opening the eyes naturally, keeping the pose, expression, clothing and background.
Remove distractions
Removes passersby and small clutter behind you and fills the scene naturally, leaving your face and pose as they are.
Relaxed smile
Turns a stiff or serious face into a subtle, relaxed smile, with the mouth and teeth guided by your references.
Better lighting
Softens harsh facial shadows with realistic light and keeps your expression, skin tone and setting.
Profile portrait
Creates a clean profile photo with a neutral background and soft studio light, keeping your age, hairstyle and clothing.
How Retake AI works
One target, a few references
Upload the photo you want to fix first. Optionally add 1–4 reference photos of the same person. Ideogram 4.5 edits your photo directly; no personal model training is required.
Pick the change
Choose a natural retake, open closed eyes, improve a smile or lighting, clean up distractions, or create a profile portrait. Add your own details if needed.
Compare and keep your favorite
Generate one photo, or turn on repeat generation for 2–4 alternatives. Each photo is a separate paid generation. Review likeness before downloading or sharing.
Retake AI online vs. a retake app
Popular retake apps ask you to install them and build an AI profile first. Apple’s editorial guide to one of them suggests 10–15 high-resolution close-ups from several angles before the first retake.
Retake AI works in the browser instead. Upload the one photo you want to fix, add up to four references only if you want stronger identity guidance, and spend 2 credits per edited photo.
Tips for a better retake
- Use a sharp target photo where the face is clearly visible and not heavily filtered.
- Choose references of the same adult from different angles, ideally in similar light.
- Ask for one change at a time; a smaller edit is easier to keep natural.
- Zoom in on eyes, teeth, hands and hair edges before you download or share.
More control, less guesswork
Retake AI questions
What is Retake AI?
Retake AI is a browser-based portrait editor. It reworks the expression, lighting or background of a photo you already have, using that photo and optional references of the same person, so you can compare alternatives instead of reshooting.
Do I need to download an app?
No. Retake AI runs in your web browser on desktop or phone. Sign in, upload your photo and download the result you want to keep.
How many reference photos do I need?
None are required. Retake AI edits your first photo directly. Adding 1–4 clear photos of the same person can help keep identity details when the change is larger, such as a new smile.
Will I still look like myself?
References guide identity, but AI can change facial details. Clear photos without heavy filters help. Check eyes, teeth, skin texture and likeness; no result is guaranteed to be identical.
How much does Retake AI cost?
Each edited photo costs 2 credits, so 2–4 alternatives cost 4–8 credits. New accounts start with 0 credits. Plans renew monthly or yearly, and one-time packs start at $9.90 for 30 credits with no renewal.
Are my photos processed on my device?
No. Your photos and instructions are uploaded to our storage and sent to an external AI processor. This is a cloud service. See the privacy policy for retention and deletion details.
Is this the official Retake app?
Independent photo editor. Not affiliated with the Retake mobile app, Codeway or Deep Flow.