Tattoo
cover up.
See it first.
A tattoo cover up starts with the tattoo you already have. Upload a photo, preview a new design on your skin, and take that reference to your artist.
See it before you ink it
Example cover-ups — drag the slider to compare.
BeforeCover-upName on the forearm → raven
By what you're covering
High-intent starting points — each is its own guide and gallery.
Scar Cover Up Tattoos
Scar cover up tattoos turn raised or discolored scar tissue into a deliberate design.
Tribal Tattoo Cover Up
A tribal tattoo cover up usually absorbs the old black instead of trying to erase it.
Tramp Stamp Cover Up Tattoo
A tramp stamp cover up tattoo has a wide, flat canvas on the lower back.
Tattoos to Cover Up Self Harm 🔒
Covering self-harm scars is about reclaiming your story on your own terms.
Tummy Tuck Scar Tattoo Cover Up
A tummy-tuck or C-section scar sits low and horizontal — the perfect anchor for a design that follows the line rather than fights it.
Tattoo Cover Up Birthmarks
Birthmarks vary in color and texture, so coverage comes down to contrast.
Trending cover-up designs
Fresh ideas from the gallery — click any design to generate one like it on your tattoo.
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Where the old tattoo sits shapes the cover — pick your placement.
8 styles
on the wall.
Like the flash wall at your local shop — except every cover-up is drawn fresh, around the tattoo you're hiding. Pick a style to start; switch any time.
Who it's for
Every cover-up starts with something you'd rather not see. Start from yours.
Covering an ex's name
Turn lettering into florals, birds or ornamental work — and see it before you book.
Explore →Hiding a scar
Gentle, flowing designs that sit over scar tissue instead of outlining it.
Explore →Reworking old tribal
Blackwork, Japanese and heavy black & grey that absorb solid old ink.
Explore →For tattoo artists
Show clients several cover-up directions in a consult, then refine the one they love.
Explore →How it works
Upload & choose
Snap the old tattoo and brush over it. Pick Full cover to hide it, or Rework & extend to keep what you like and improve the rest.
Describe & compare
Describe the new tattoo and pick a style. Compare each design against your photo with a before/after slider.
Take to artist
Download the design and an auto-traced stencil to bring to any tattoo shop.
What makes a cover-up work
Three rules artists use — the generator follows them too.
Go darker, not lighter
Light ink can't hide dark ink. Cover-ups lean on black, deep shading and saturated colour placed right over the old lines.
Size up a little
A cover-up is usually 2–3× the size of the original so the new design has room to absorb it without looking forced.
Choose organic shapes
Petals, feathers, waves and fur hide old outlines far better than straight lines, lettering or empty negative space.
Cover-up questions
Do cover-up tattoos actually work?
Yes — a skilled artist and the right design can fully hide most old tattoos. Darker, denser designs cover best, which is why black & grey dominates cover-ups.
Is the AI cover-up generator free?
Guests can try 2 designs a day. Sign in for 8 a day. A plan raises that to 40 a day so you can compare options before you book.
What's the difference between Full cover and Rework & extend?
Full cover hides the old tattoo completely under a new design. Rework & extend keeps the parts you still like — sharpening faded lines, fixing uneven shading and adding new elements around them. Rework is often smaller and cheaper; full cover is the answer when the old piece has to go.
How much does a cover-up tattoo cost?
Usually more than a fresh tattoo of the same size, because it needs more ink, more planning and often a bigger design. Planning the design first keeps studio time down.
Can I cover a name or an ex's name?
Absolutely — names are one of the most common cover-ups. Lettering is best hidden by floral, black & grey or ornamental designs that break up the straight lines.
Can any tattoo be covered?
Most can. Very dark or very large old tattoos may need a bigger, bolder design — or a few laser sessions to fade them first. Your artist will tell you which.
Do I still need a tattoo artist?
Yes. The generator gives you realistic directions and a stencil to bring to your consult; a professional artist adapts it to your skin and tattoos it.