Write Text on Photo
Write Text on Photo adds big headline text to an image, free and in your browser. You choose a photo, type the headline, choose its position, and download the photo with the text on it.
Last updated: 30 October 2026 · Free · No signup
Text on a photo is used for thumbnails, posters, social media posts, and covers, where the headline needs to be read at a glance. Adding text in a separate editor and then combining it with the photo is slow, and the text can end up in the wrong place. This tool puts the text directly on the photo, in a position you choose, so you can see the result before you download it.
Keep the headline short and place it where it does not cover the main subject or a face. A short headline in a large, clear font will read well even at thumbnail size, while a long sentence in a small font will be hard to read when the photo is shown small.
Privacy: this tool runs entirely in your browser — no upload, no signup, and your files never leave your device.
Put big, clear text on an image — for a thumbnail headline, a poster or a quote photo. With a dark outline the text stays readable on any photo.
How to use Write Text on Photo
- Choose or drop a photo into the tool.
- Type the headline you want on it.
- Choose the position for the text.
- Download the photo with the text on it.
Key facts
| Text | A headline typed by you |
|---|---|
| Position | Chosen by you, such as top or bottom |
| Output | A photo with text, as a download |
Frequently asked questions
How long should the headline on a photo be?
Keep it to a few words. A headline on a photo is meant to be read at a glance, especially at thumbnail size, so a short phrase works better than a full sentence.
Where should I put text on a photo?
Put it where it does not cover a face or the main subject, usually at the top or bottom, over a plainer area of the photo. Check the result at the size it will actually be shown, because text that looks fine large can be hard to read small.
Can I change the text after downloading?
No, not from the downloaded photo, because the text is part of that image. Keep the original photo, and write a new headline from it if you change your mind.
Is my photo uploaded when I add text to it?
No. The work happens in your browser only. The photo never leaves your device, and nothing is saved after you close the page.