Virtual Tattoo Try-On

Upload a photo of your arm, back, or any body part — see exactly how your tattoo will look, plus get a printable stencil.

Realistic Preview Printable Stencil 2 Credits

Upload a photo of your arm, back, leg or body part

JPG, PNG or WebP, max 10MB

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Upload Your Photo

Take or upload a photo of the body part where you want your tattoo.

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Describe & Style

Describe your tattoo idea and choose from 10 curated styles.

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Get Your Kit

Receive a realistic preview on your skin plus a clean stencil your tattoo artist can use.

Why Preview Before You Ink

Avoid Placement Regret

The #1 tattoo regret is placement, not design. Seeing your tattoo on your actual body helps you nail the perfect spot. According to a survey by the American Academy of Dermatology, one in four Americans with tattoos regrets at least one — often due to placement rather than the design itself.

Perfect the Size

A design that looks great on screen might be too large or too small on your body. The virtual try-on generates your design at realistic scale, factoring in the body part's curvature and your unique proportions.

Save Consultation Time

Walk into your tattoo appointment with a clear vision. Artists from the Alliance of Professional Tattooists recommend bringing visual references — a realistic preview on your body is the best reference possible.

Compare Styles Instantly

Try the same concept in Minimalist, Traditional, and Geometric on the same body part. Side-by-side comparison makes the right style obvious.

Popular Placement Areas

Upload a photo of any of these areas to see your design in context. Each body part presents unique considerations for size, orientation, and style.

Forearm

Upper Arm

Shoulder

Back

Chest

Wrist

Ankle

Leg

Neck

Ribs

Not sure about placement? Read our complete tattoo placement guide.

Virtual Try-On FAQ

How does virtual tattoo try-on work?
Upload a photo of the body part where you want your tattoo. Describe your design idea and pick a style. Our AI analyzes your skin tone, body contours, and lighting to generate a realistic preview showing exactly how the tattoo would look on your actual body. You also get a clean stencil outline.
Is the virtual tattoo preview realistic?
Yes! Our AI accounts for skin tone, body curvature, and lighting in your photo to create a natural-looking preview. While no preview is 100% identical to real ink, it gives you a highly accurate representation of size, placement, and how the design interacts with your body's natural lines.
What photos work best for try-on?
For best results, use a well-lit photo with the body part clearly visible. Natural light works best. Avoid heavy filters or very dark images. The AI needs to see skin texture and contours to create a realistic placement. Photos taken at arm's length or by someone else tend to give the best angle.
Can I try different placements?
Absolutely! Upload photos of different body parts — forearm, shoulder, back, wrist, ankle — and try the same design in each location. This helps you find the perfect placement before your tattoo appointment. Many people discover they prefer a different spot than they originally planned.
How much does virtual try-on cost?
Each try-on uses 2 credits and runs on our Nano Banana 2 pipeline, generating both a realistic preview and a stencil. Free users get 5 credits per month. Pro subscribers get 200 credits per month with HD downloads and watermark-free exports.
Can my tattoo artist use the stencil?
Yes! Pro users can download artist-ready stencil exports in high resolution. The stencil is optimized for thermal transfer paper — your artist can apply it directly to your skin. This speeds up your tattoo session and ensures accurate placement.

See Your Tattoo Before You Commit

Upload a photo and get a realistic preview in seconds. Start with 5 free credits.