The free, on-device stencil studio

Tattoo stencil generator
From reference to linework.

Turn your photo or drawing into a clean black-and-white stencil. Tune the lines, compare your reference, and take a draft to your artist.

NO SIGN-UP.
NO IMAGE UPLOADS.
JUST YOUR LINES.
02 / Shape the lines
03 / Print size

A4 PDF · 1–18 cm wide, up to 23 cm tall. Print at 100% and check the 2 cm square.

Your reference will appear here● LOCAL PROCESSING
YOUR REFERENCE
Original reference preview
YOUR STENCIL
Stencil preview

Loading the original botanical sample…

✓ Free to use   ✓ Images stay on this device   ✓ No account neededA starting point. Your artist makes it yours.
A simpler preparation

Your reference. Three small steps.

01.

Start with a clear image

Upload your own drawing, lettering or photo. Plain backgrounds and strong contrast make the cleanest starting point.

02.

Find the right line

Keep existing ink or extract photo outlines. Adjust threshold and thickness, then check the stencil against the original.

03.

Export. Check. Refine.

Save a PNG or a measured A4 PDF. Print at 100%, check the calibration square, and have your artist refine the draft.

Before you print

Tattoo stencil generator questions

Is this tattoo stencil generator free?

Yes. Convert and download on your device without an account. Pro features are Coming soon; we currently accept no payments.

Are my photos uploaded?

No. Your images and stencil pixels stay in this browser. Optional analytics loads only when a site ID is configured and you allow it; it does not receive your images.

What images work best?

Clean line art, lettering and high-contrast sketches work best. Use Outline for photos. Complex shadows, skin curvature and blurry details can create unwanted marks; the tool does not reconstruct missing detail.

How do I print at the right size?

Set the width in centimeters and download the A4 PDF. Choose Actual size or 100% in your print dialog and measure its 2 cm calibration square. The one-page PDF accepts widths of 1–18 cm and heights up to 23 cm.

Can I adjust the stencil lines?

Yes. Threshold controls which pixels or edges become ink; Line width thickens the marks. Compare with your original and check narrow gaps before exporting.

Is the result ready to tattoo?

It is a draft for your artist to review and refine. Use images you own or have permission to adapt. Your artist decides the final size, placement and transfer method.

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