Crop Image
Crop photos online with freeform or preset aspect ratios for free.
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Crop images online in seconds
The image cropper gives you full control over the crop area, aspect ratio, and rotation.
Preset aspect ratios
Choose from 15+ presets including 1:1, 4:3, 16:9, and social media sizes for Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
Interactive canvas
Drag, resize, and position the crop area directly on your photo with intuitive canvas handles.
Instant live preview
See changes in real time as you adjust the crop area. No waiting, no reloads, just instant feedback.
Crop image to any aspect ratio
Crop image files to any size you need with the online image cropper. Select freeform mode to drag a custom crop area, or pick a preset aspect ratio like 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, or 16:9. The crop area locks to the selected ratio while you resize it, so every crop is consistent.
You can also keep the original aspect ratio of your photo. Upload your image, select the crop area, and adjust the position by dragging it around the canvas. The photo cropping tool shows the exact pixel dimensions of your selection in real time.
Crop photos for social media
Crop image files to the exact size required by social media platforms. The image cropper includes presets for Instagram Post (1:1), Instagram Portrait (4:5), Instagram Story (9:16), Facebook Cover, X Header, and Pinterest Pin. Select a preset and the crop area adjusts automatically.
Need a square crop image for a profile picture? Choose the 1:1 preset, center your subject, and save. The tool also includes video aspect ratios like 16:9, 21:9, and 4:3 for YouTube thumbnails and video covers. Print presets like A4 and Letter are available for documents and flyers.
Crop pictures for any purpose
The photo cropping tool works for personal photos, professional projects, and web content.
Profile pictures
Crop photos to a square for social media profile images, avatars, or headshots with the 1:1 preset.
Product photography
Crop product images to consistent dimensions for e-commerce listings, catalogs, and online stores.
Website banners
Crop images to landscape ratios like 16:9 for hero sections, website headers, and blog cover images.
Video thumbnails
Crop photos to 16:9 or 21:9 for YouTube thumbnails, video covers, and streaming platform graphics.
Presentations
Crop images to 4:3 or 16:9 for slide decks, pitch decks, and presentation backgrounds.
Print projects
Crop photos to A4, Letter, or custom print dimensions for flyers, posters, and photo prints.
Rotate and fine-tune your crop
Crop image files and rotate them at the same time. The image cropper includes a rotation slider that lets you adjust the angle from -45 to +45 degrees. This is useful for straightening tilted photos or creating dynamic compositions before cropping.
All changes are applied live on the canvas. You can see the rotation and crop area update in real time, without reloading the page. If you are not satisfied, reset the crop and start over. The tool preserves image quality during rotation and cropping.
Crop images in 12+ formats
The photo cropping app opens JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP, BMP, TIFF, SVG, ICO, EPS, HDR/EXR, TGA, and WBMP. Upload any of these formats and crop the image to the size you need. A JPG, PNG, or WebP is saved in its own format, and every other format is saved as a PNG.
There is no format, quality, or DPI setting to work through: the crop is applied and the file is ready to download. The image cropper handles transparent backgrounds in PNG and WebP files without flattening them.
How to crop an image online
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Upload your image
Drag and drop your photo into the uploader or click to browse your files.
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Select an aspect ratio
Choose freeform or a preset ratio like 1:1 or 16:9 and drag the crop area on the canvas.
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Adjust and rotate
Reposition the crop area and use the rotation slider to straighten or tilt the image.
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Save your cropped image
Click "Apply" to confirm the crop and download your file.
Crop image FAQ
What aspect ratio presets does the crop image tool offer?
The image cropper includes 15+ presets across 4 categories. Common ratios include 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, and 16:9. Social media presets cover Instagram Post, Instagram Portrait, Instagram Story, Facebook, X, and Pinterest. Screen presets include HD, Full HD, 4K, and Ultrawide 21:9. Print presets include A4, US Letter, and common photo sizes. You can also use freeform mode to drag a custom crop area.
How do I crop an image for Instagram?
Upload your image to the crop app, then select the social media category. Choose Instagram Post (1:1) for feed posts, Instagram Portrait (4:5) for taller images, or Instagram Story (9:16) for stories. Drag the crop area to frame your subject, then click Apply and save your cropped photo.
Can I crop an image to custom dimensions?
Yes. Select freeform mode from the aspect ratio menu, then drag the crop area handles to any size you need. The tool shows the exact pixel dimensions of your selection in real time, so you can crop to a precise width and height.
What image formats can I crop online?
The crop image app opens JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP, BMP, TIFF, SVG, ICO, EPS, HDR/EXR, TGA, and WBMP. A cropped JPG, PNG, or WebP is saved in its own format, and the other formats are saved as PNG. Transparency in PNG and WebP files is preserved during cropping.
Does cropping reduce image quality?
Cropping removes pixels from the edges of the image. A JPG or WebP is compressed again when it is saved, at a high quality level, so a small amount of detail can be lost. A PNG is saved with lossless compression and keeps full quality.
Can I rotate a photo while cropping?
Yes. The crop image tool includes a rotation slider that lets you adjust the angle from -45 to +45 degrees. This is useful for straightening a tilted photo before cropping. Rotation and crop changes are applied together in a single step.
Is the online image cropper free to use?
Yes, the crop image tool is free to use. No account or signup is required. Upload your photo, select a crop area, and download the result.
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