Placeholder Image Generator
Generate placeholder images for mockups
Placeholder Image Generator is a free online tool from BrowserUtils that generate placeholder images for mockups. It runs entirely in your browser — your data never leaves your device. No account required.
How to use Placeholder Image Generator
- 1 Paste or type your input into the editor above.
- 2 The tool processes your data instantly — right in your browser, with nothing sent to a server.
- 3 Copy the result with one click or continue editing your input.
About Placeholder Image Generator
Free online placeholder image generator. Create custom-sized placeholder images with optional text for design mockups. This tool runs entirely in your browser — your data is never sent to a server. Just paste your input, get instant results, and copy with one click. No sign-up or installation required.
Placeholder Image Generator specs
- Runtime
- 100% client-side (browser)
- Built on
- HTML Canvas, FileReader, and the OffscreenCanvas API — all client-side image processing
- Cost
- Free — no account, no rate limits, no usage caps
- Browser support
- Chrome 90+, Firefox 88+, Safari 14+, Edge 90+
- Part of
- 299 developer tools on BrowserUtils (100% client-side)
Questions
How do I generate a placeholder image for a design mockup?
Enter your desired width and height in pixels, optionally set a background color and overlay text, and the tool generates a downloadable placeholder image you can use in wireframes, prototypes, or development builds.
What image formats are supported for placeholder generation?
Placeholder images are generated as PNG files, which support transparency and are universally compatible with browsers and design tools. The resulting image can be downloaded or embedded directly using its data URI.
Can I use the placeholder image generator offline?
Yes. The tool runs entirely in your browser using the Canvas API, so it works without an internet connection once the page has loaded.
How is this different from placeholder.com or similar services?
Unlike hosted placeholder services that require an internet connection and load images via URL, this tool generates images locally in your browser. You get a downloadable file with no external dependency or rate limit.
Can I add custom text to a placeholder image?
Yes. You can type any label text, such as dimensions or a section name, and it will be rendered as an overlay centered on the placeholder image.
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