Bloom Effect

Apply Bloom to images and videos online

Apply a cinematic bloom effect to your images and videos. Create soft glow, gentle light bleed, and dreamy highlights directly in your browser.

Original image before applying Bloom effect Before
Image with Bloom effect applied After

Ideas for using the effect

Cinematic highlights

Make bright areas glow naturally, just like in movies and high-end lenses.

Dreamy portraits

Add soft, ethereal glow to skin tones and highlights for a romantic look.

Night scenes and neon

Enhance lights, signs, and reflections with smooth bloom and light spill.

Stylized visuals

Create atmospheric visuals for music videos, trailers, and social content.

Made with this effect

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Start creating with Bloom for free

Test out the app with no strings attached. No registration or credit card information is required.

Monthly Yearly -10%

Free

$ 0

Non-commercial use. Explore the core toolkit to test ideas and share quick drafts.

Launch app
  • Version history
  • Export up to 1080p
  • Export up to 10s video
  • Figma plugin

Pro

$ 12
/month billed monthly

Commercial license with full features. High-resolution exports, longer clips, and work without watermarks.

  • No watermarks
  • Animated videos from still images
  • 4k resolution export
  • 120s video export
  • Save & share up to 10 custom presets

Enterprise

Custom price

For teams with specific needs. Custom licensing, integrations, and priority support.

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  • Everything in Pro
  • Custom integrations
  • Priority support
  • Volume licensing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the bloom effect?

Bloom simulates how bright light spreads in real lenses, creating a soft glow around highlights.

Is bloom the same as blur?

No. Bloom affects only bright areas and preserves sharp details in shadows and midtones.

Can I use bloom on videos?

Yes. Bloom works in real time on both images and videos.

Does bloom work well with other effects?

Absolutely. Bloom pairs perfectly with color grading, contrast, vignette, and noise effects.

Is bloom suitable for professional work?

Yes. Bloom is widely used in film, games, and photography to add realism and atmosphere.