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Convert Selfie to Application Photo: Pro Portrait in 30 Seconds

You need a professional application photo but no photographer appointment? With AI technology you can now convert your selfie to an application photo.

5 min readUpdated: January 2026

Why Convert Selfie to Business Photo?

Creating a professional profile picture from a selfie has never been easier. With ProfiPortrait you save time and money.

95% Cheaper than Photographer

From €1.99 instead of €100-200 at photographer

Ready in 30 Seconds

No appointment, no waiting

Studio Quality from Selfie

AI optimizes lighting and background

First Photo Free

Test the quality without risk

Summary

Key Takeaways

  • AI Makes Selfies Professional: Every selfie becomes a perfect application photo.
  • 30 Seconds Instead of 30 Minutes: Lightning-fast results without waiting.
  • Cheaper Than Any Photographer: From €1.99 instead of €50-200 at studio.
  • Automatic Optimization: AI corrects lighting and background.

Curious?

Try it now for free with your selfie.

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Guide: Selfie to Application Photo in 4 Steps

1

Take or Select Selfie

You only need a smartphone selfie with good lighting.

Tips:

  • Use daylight
  • Face the camera directly
  • Neutral expression
2

Upload Selfie to ProfiPortrait

Upload your selfie. AI automatically detects your face.

Tips:

  • At least 500x500 pixels
  • Face clearly visible
  • No sunglasses
3

Wait for AI Transformation

In just 30 seconds your professional application photo is created.

Tips:

  • Professional background
  • Studio lighting
  • Natural retouching
4

Download Pro Portrait

Download your finished photo in high resolution.

Tips:

  • High resolution
  • Full usage rights
  • Ready to use

What is a Selfie Application Photo Suitable For?

A professional profile picture from a selfie is suitable for all business applications:

Application photo for CV
LinkedIn profile picture
Xing profile picture
Business portrait for website
Photo for business cards
Employee photo

Selfie vs. Photographer Application Photo

Aspect
ProfiPortrait (Selfie)
Photographer
Cost
from €1.99
€100-200
Duration
30 seconds
1-2 hours
Appointment needed
No
Yes
Quality
Studio quality
Studio quality

Convinced?

Then save yourself the photographer and create your photo now.

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FAQ: Selfie to Application Photo

Can I really make an application photo from any selfie?

You get the best results with a clear frontal selfie in good lighting.

Is a selfie application photo as good as from a photographer?

With modern AI, the results are hardly distinguishable from studio shots.

Which selfie works best?

Ideal is a selfie in daylight, taken frontally, with a neutral background.

How long does the conversion take?

The AI transformation takes only about 30 seconds.

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