About PixelMe

What is PixelMe?

PixelMe is an AI-powered pixel art generator that converts photos into pixel art. The web version is completely free with no sign-up required — just open your browser and start creating.

Simply upload a photo, and the AI detects faces and generates pixel art in multiple sizes. The generated pixel art can be used for social media profile icons, game assets, bead art patterns (Perler beads, Hama beads), cross-stitch charts, and more.

Since launching in 2020, PixelMe has been used by people around the world. In addition to the web version, iOS and Android apps are available with advanced AI conversion and a built-in pixel editor.

Web FeaturesFree, No Sign-Up

Core features available instantly in your browser.

• Face Detection & Pixel Art Conversion — Automatically detects faces in photos and converts them into pixel art
• Multiple Sizes — Generates pixel art in several sizes from a single upload, so you can choose the best fit
• Color Adjustment — Fine-tune hue, saturation, brightness, and contrast to your liking
• Landscape Mode — Convert non-face photos (landscapes, pets, buildings, etc.) into pixel art
• Bead Pattern Generator — Create patterns for Perler beads and Hama beads from your pixel art
• Cross-Stitch Charts — Download your pixel art as a cross-stitch or embroidery chart
• Social Sharing — Share your creations instantly on Twitter, Facebook, WhatsApp, and Weibo
• Phone Wallpaper Creator — Create cute smartphone wallpapers using your pixel art

App FeaturesiOS / Android

Everything in the web version, plus advanced AI conversion and professional editing tools.

AI Magic ModeAdvanced AI

High-quality pixel art conversion powered by Stable Diffusion. Produces more detailed and beautiful pixel art than the web version. Choose from a wide range of filters for portraits, full-body, pets, landscapes, and more.

Pixel Editor

A full-featured editing tool for refining AI-generated pixel art by hand. Collaborate with AI to create original artwork that reflects your personal style.

• Pen Tool — Draw freely at the pixel level with adjustable brush sizes
• Eraser & Bucket Fill — Remove unwanted areas or fill large regions in one tap
• Eyedropper — Pick any color from the canvas instantly
• Palette Management — View, add, change colors, and merge similar colors
• Undo / Redo — Step back and forth through your edits

More App-Only Features

• Color Reduction — Reduce the number of colors for a more retro pixel art look
• Background Removal — Automatically remove backgrounds to isolate characters
• Aseprite Export — Export in .aseprite format with layers and palette data intact, perfect for game development workflows
• Work Gallery — Save and manage your creations, resume editing anytime
• Discover Filters — Get filter recommendations by category: portraits, pets, landscapes, and more

How to Use PixelMe

1. Upload a PhotoSelect the photo you want to convert. Portrait photos and landscape photos are both supported.
2. AI ProcessingThe AI detects faces and automatically generates pixel art. It takes just a few seconds.
3. Choose Size & AdjustPick your preferred size and adjust the colors. In the app, you can also refine pixel-by-pixel with the editor.
4. Download or ShareDownload the finished pixel art or share it on social media. You can also generate bead patterns on the web.

Who is PixelMe For?

• Social media users — Create unique pixel art profile icons for Twitter, Instagram, LINE, and more
• Game developers — Generate character pixel art assets for indie games and RPG Maker projects. Export to Aseprite format for seamless integration
• Bead art enthusiasts — Easily create Perler bead and Hama bead patterns from photos
• Cross-stitch & embroidery crafters — Turn photos into original cross-stitch and embroidery charts
• Designers & creators — Generate with AI, refine with the editor — an efficient pixel art creation workflow
• Casual users — Have fun turning photos of friends and family into pixel art

Platforms & Pricing

• Web — Use directly in your browser at pixel-me.tokyo (desktop & mobile)
• iOS — Download from the App Store
• Android — Download from Google Play

Why Choose PixelMe?

• Web is free, no sign-up needed — Start creating immediately without registering an email or social account
• AI generates, you refine — The app lets you edit AI-generated pixel art with a built-in editor, so every piece feels like your own
• Multiple conversion modes — Face, Landscape, and AI Magic — choose the right mode for your needs
• Full color control — Intuitively adjust hue, saturation, brightness, and contrast with sliders
• Bead & cross-stitch ready — Generate bead patterns and embroidery charts on the web version
• Built for pro workflows — Export in Aseprite format for seamless integration into game development and design pipelines
• Privacy first — Uploaded images are automatically deleted after processing and are never shared with third parties

Frequently Asked Questions

+ What is PixelMe?

PixelMe is an AI-powered tool that converts photos into pixel art. The web version is completely free with no sign-up required — upload a photo and get pixel art in multiple sizes. The app version adds Stable Diffusion-based high-quality AI conversion and a built-in pixel editor.

+ What is the difference between the web and app versions?

The web version offers face detection pixel art conversion, color adjustment, and bead pattern/cross-stitch chart generation for free. The app adds AI Magic mode (Stable Diffusion-based), a pixel-level editor, color reduction, background removal, Aseprite export, a work gallery, and more.

+ Is PixelMe free to use?

Yes, the web version is completely free with no account required. The app is also free to use with basic features. A Pro plan is available for unlimited AI Magic mode, ad removal, and watermark removal.

+ What is AI Magic mode?

AI Magic mode is a Stable Diffusion-based high-quality pixel art conversion feature available in the app. It produces more detailed and beautiful pixel art than the web version, with a wide range of filters for portraits, full-body, pets, landscapes, and more.

+ What can I do with the pixel editor?

The pixel editor offers pen, eraser, bucket fill, and eyedropper tools for pixel-level editing. It also supports palette management, undo/redo, zoom, and grid view. You can refine AI-generated pixel art to match your personal style.

+ What types of images are supported?

The web version works with photos containing a human face, plus Landscape mode for non-face photos. The app's AI Magic mode supports an even wider range of subjects including full-body shots, pets, and more.

+ Is there a mobile app?

Yes, PixelMe is available on both iOS (App Store) and Android (Google Play). The app offers AI Magic mode, a pixel editor, Aseprite export, and other advanced features not available on the web.

+ Is my uploaded image data safe?

Yes, your privacy is protected. Uploaded images are automatically deleted from the server after processing. Your images are never stored or shared with third parties.

+ Can I create bead patterns or cross-stitch charts?

Yes, on the web version you can generate bead art patterns (Perler beads, Hama beads) and cross-stitch charts from your pixel art. Adjust background color, spacing, scale, and rotation, then download the finished pattern.

+ Who owns the copyright of generated pixel art?

Pixel art generated by PixelMe can be used freely for both personal and commercial purposes. However, please be mindful of the rights associated with the original photo.