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Upscale small images up to 4× without blurring.

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How it works

  1. 1
    Upload any image

    Works on thumbnails, icons, cropped portraits, and old scans — those gain the most, with real detail recovery rather than blur. Larger photos are cleaned up and sharpened at a bounded output size.

  2. 2
    Pick your scale factor

    2× doubles each side (so a 256×256 thumbnail becomes 512×512). 4× quadruples it (256×256 → 1024×1024). Both modes recover detail, not just bilinear stretch.

  3. 3
    Download the upscaled result

    The result appears alongside your original for comparison. Download directly — no watermark.

What you get

  • 2× or 4× upscaling with AI — not blurry bilinear stretch
  • Sharp edges, fine texture recovery, and face detail
  • Best for thumbnails, icons, cropped portraits, and scanned art
  • Accepts everyday photos, not just tiny thumbnails
  • Free, no account required

Frequently asked questions

What image sizes does the upscaler accept?
It works best on small or low-resolution images — thumbnails, icons, old scans — where it recovers real detail. Everyday photos are accepted too and downscaled to a bounded working size (output tops out around 2048×2048 px). Very large files — over 25 MB or very high resolution — are refused; resize those first.
What is the difference between 2× and 4× upscaling?
2× doubles each side of your image. 4× quadruples it. Both use AI to reconstruct fine detail rather than blurring. 4× takes a little longer and produces a much larger file — use it when you need maximum enlargement.
Will it sharpen my blurry image?
Upscaling and sharpening are related but different. Upscaling enlarges the image while recovering expected detail. If your image is motion-blurred or heavily compressed, try the Unblur Photo tool first, then upscale.
Is it really free?
Yes — completely free, no account, no watermark. Download the result directly.

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