Show HN: Background Be Gone – Free App and CLI for Bg Removal on Mac

Category: cli-tool

Tags: background-removal, macos, image-processing

Score: 7.5/10 (Innovation: 6, Technical: 8, Documentation: 9, Utility: 7)

bgbgone is a macOS CLI and server for removing/editing image backgrounds using Apple Vision and Core Image, entirely on-device. It offers a rich set of filters and compositing options, with a unique focus on pipeline composability and scriptable batch processing, making it a polished tool for power users and automation workflows.

Target audience: backend devs, devops, content creators

Repository: https://bgbgone.franzai.com · Swift · MIT · 9 stars

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