Generate custom placeholder images instantly for your projects with our powerful, free tool.
Easy to use URL-based API
Optimized for quick loading
Multiple formats & options
No signup or API key needed
Everything you need to generate perfect placeholder images for your projects.
Generate SVG, PNG, JPEG, GIF, WebP and AVIF placeholder images with ease.
Customize background and text colors using HEX values or CSS color names.
Specify exact width and height or create perfect squares with a single value.
Create high-resolution retina images with @2x or @3x modifiers for crystal clear display.
Add your own text to placeholders with support for line breaks and special formatting.
Choose from multiple web-safe fonts to customize the appearance of your placeholder text.
Generate images instantly with our intuitive URL-based API. No authentication or complex setup required.
https://placehold.co/600x400
Basic placeholder with dimensions
https://placehold.co/600x400/FF0000/FFFFFF
Custom colors (red background, white text)
https://placehold.co/600x400.png?text=Hello+World
PNG format with custom text
Create placeholder images in seconds with our simple URL-based system.
https://placehold.co/600x400
Set width and height (600x400) or just width for a square (600).
https://placehold.co/600x400/FF0000/FFFFFF
Customize background/text colors with hex codes or color names.
https://placehold.co/600x400/png
Choose SVG (default), PNG, JPEG, GIF, WebP or AVIF.
https://placehold.co/600x400?text=Hello+World
Add custom text using the query parameter (use + for spaces).
Basic (300×200)
Custom colors
PNG format
Custom text
Advanced example (custom colors, text, and font)
https://placehold.co/600x400@2x.png
Create custom placeholder images in seconds with our easy-to-use tool.
Images load instantly for immediate use in your projects.
Customize every aspect to fit your design requirements.
Fast loading, lightweight placeholders for better performance.
See how Placehold.co can be used in various projects and layouts.
Perfect for creating blog post mockups with featured images.
<img src="https://placehold.co/800x450">
Ideal for e-commerce product listings and grid layouts.
<img src="https://placehold.co/300x300">
Create impactful full-width hero sections and banners.
<img src="https://placehold.co/1200x600">
3:2 Ratio
1:1 Ratio
3:4 Ratio
Create placeholders with specific aspect ratios for responsive layouts and various media formats.
Social Brand
Video Brand
Match your placeholder colors to brand guidelines for more cohesive design mockups.
Try our generator to create custom placeholder images for your next project.
Create Your PlaceholderSee how developers and designers use Placehold to streamline their workflow
Replace missing assets during development with perfect placeholders that won't break your layout.
Create stunning client presentations with consistent placeholder images across all designs.
Plan content layouts before final assets arrive. Perfect for editorial calendars and content planning.
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Start GeneratingEverything you need to know about Placehold
SVG, PNG, JPEG, GIF, WebP and AVIF. All with customizable colors and text overlay.
Maximum 4000x4000px, minimum 10x10px. Perfect for any screen resolution.
Yes! Add custom text, line breaks, and choose from multiple fonts including Roboto and Lato.
100% free, no signup required. Generate unlimited placeholders instantly.
Images load in milliseconds. Our CDN ensures global speed and reliability.
Absolutely! Add @2x or @3x to your URL for crisp retina displays.
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