Crop image
Crop photos freely or choose an aspect ratio like 1:1, 4:3, or 16:9.
or drag and drop here · Ctrl+V to paste
Processing…
Processed on your device. Your files aren't uploaded to any server.
How to use: Crop image
- Select an image.
- Choose an aspect ratio, then adjust the crop area by dragging the rectangle and its corners.
- Click Crop image, then download it.
About this tool
Aspect ratios and common uses
| Aspect ratio | Common use | Typical pixel dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| 1:1 | square posts, profile photos, product catalogs | 1080 × 1080 |
| 4:5 | vertical posts in the Instagram feed | 1080 × 1350 |
| 9:16 | Stories, Reels, TikTok, Shorts | 1080 × 1920 |
| 16:9 | YouTube thumbnails and videos, screens, presentations | 1280 × 720 or 1920 × 1080 |
| 4:3 and 3:4 | camera and phone photos, documents | varies |
Cropping preserves the original resolution of the selected area. If you later need an exact size of 1080 × 1080, use resize image with a fixed width.
Framing tips
- Rule of thirds: Imagine the image divided into three horizontal and three vertical sections. Place eyes, the horizon, or the product near the lines instead of always in the center.
- Leave some space in the direction a person is looking or moving.
- For Stories, keep text and faces away from the top and bottom, where the account name and reply field appear.
- For ID photos, use the passport photo tool, which crops to the right size and lays out the photos for printing.
- For a round avatar, use round profile photo to crop your image into a circle with a transparent background.
Frequently asked questions
What format is the cropped image saved in?
PNG and WEBP files keep their original format (PNG transparency is preserved); other formats are saved as high-quality JPG.
How do I crop a photo into a circle?
This tool crops images into rectangles. To make a circle, use the Round Profile Photo tool on this site to crop your photo into a circle with a transparent background and optional border.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. This tool runs entirely in your browser: your file is read and processed on your device, and not a single byte is sent over the internet. You can even disconnect from the internet after the page loads.
Is it really free? Is there a daily limit?
It's free with no daily limits. Processing happens on your device, so there's no per-use cost and no need to limit you.
Does it work on phones?
Yes. The site works in any modern browser on Android, iPhone, Windows, Mac, and Linux—no installation needed.
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