# Pixel Art Maker - Convert Images to Pixel Art Online

> Free online pixel art generator: turn photos into retro pixel art with adjustable pixel size and palettes, plus an optional grid for bead or cross-stitch.

- URL: https://qilingtools.com/en/image/pixel-art
- Category: Image Tools (https://qilingtools.com/en/image)
- Tags: [Image](https://qilingtools.com/en/tags/image), [Creative Effects](https://qilingtools.com/en/tags/effects)
- Last updated: 2026-10-26
- Price: Free, no sign-up
- Privacy: Runs locally in the browser; files are never uploaded

Turn photos into retro 8-bit pixel art. Set how many pixels across to control the chunkiness, and choose the original colours, an adaptive 16- or 8-colour palette, Game Boy greens or greyscale — the adaptive palettes pick the most representative colours automatically. Switch on the grid to use the result as a bead or cross-stitch pattern. Live preview, batch support and crisp PNG export, all in your browser.

## How to use

1. Drop in one or more images
2. Set the pixel count, choose a palette and toggle the grid
3. Click Create pixel art and download the PNG

## Features

- Adjustable pixel size
- Adaptive 16- and 8-colour palettes
- Game Boy and greyscale retro palettes
- Optional grid for bead / cross-stitch patterns

## FAQ

### Why is it still sharp when enlarged?

Each pixel is exported as an integer-sized block with smoothing turned off, so edges stay crisp at any size.

### Can I make a perler bead pattern?

Yes. Set pixels across to your pegboard size (for example 29 or 58), choose fewer colours and enable the grid.

### Are my files or data uploaded?

No. Everything runs locally in your browser with no network upload, and is discarded when you close the page.

### Do I need to sign up or pay?

No. The site is completely free, needs no account and has no usage limits.

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