
# Upscale Images

This guide shows how to use the different **upscaling modes**, adjust settings, and download high-resolution results for personal or professional use.

## What is AI Upscaling?

The Upscaler increases your image's resolution while improving clarity and visual sharpness.

You can choose between two AI modes: **Classic** and **Magnific**. Each is designed for different types of users and results.

## How to Upscale Images

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    title: 'Upload your image or select one from your AI creation history.'
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    title: 'Click on Edit and select Upscaler.'
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    title: 'Under Mode, choose the AI mode you want to use.'
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Once your image is ready, you can preview it, make further adjustments, or download the final version.

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## Credit Usage and Plan Access

- **Free users** have a limited number of daily upscales.
- **Premium users** use **credits**, with the amount depending on image size (normal or large).
- **Magnific mode** is available **exclusively to Premium+ users**, and credit cost varies by prompt, resemblance, and creativity settings.
- You can always check the credit cost before processing by hovering over **Upscale.**
- **Upscaled downloads do not count toward your regular Freepik asset limit.**

**All generated content follows** [Freepik AI Terms and Conditions](https://www.freepik.com/legal/terms-of-use#nav-ai-products). You're free to use upscaled images for personal or commercial use—just make sure they don't include third-party IP like logos, faces, or trademarks without permission.

Now, let's see [how to edit image backgrounds with AI](/ai/docs/background-remover). 