Crop Image

Crop photos online with freeform or preset aspect ratios for free.

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15+ Aspect ratio presets
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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 Square (1:1), Instagram Portrait (4:5), Instagram Landscape (1.91:1), Facebook cover, Twitter 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.

Popular

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 and save in 12+ image formats

The photo cropping tool supports JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP, BMP, TIFF, SVG, ICO, EPS, HDR/EXR, TGA, and WBMP. Upload any of these formats, crop image to the size you need, and save the result in your preferred format. You can also change the output format after cropping.

Additional output options include custom filenames, quality adjustment for lossy formats like JPG and WebP, and DPI settings for print-ready images. The image cropper handles transparent backgrounds in PNG and WebP files without flattening them.

How to crop an image online

1

Upload your image

Drag and drop your photo into the uploader or click to browse your files.

2

Select an aspect ratio

Choose freeform or a preset ratio like 1:1 or 16:9 and drag the crop area on the canvas.

3

Adjust and rotate

Reposition the crop area and use the rotation slider to straighten or tilt the image.

4

Save your cropped image

Click "Apply" to confirm the crop, choose an output format, and download your file.

Crop image FAQ

What aspect ratio presets does the crop image tool offer?

The image cropper includes 15+ presets across four categories. Common ratios include 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, and 16:9. Social media presets cover Instagram Square, Instagram Portrait, Instagram Landscape, Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest. Video presets include 16:9, 21:9, and 4:3. Print presets include A4, Letter, and portrait and landscape orientations. 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 tool, then select the social media category. Choose Instagram Square (1:1) for feed posts, Instagram Portrait (4:5) for taller images, or Instagram Landscape (1.91:1) for wider shots. 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 tool supports JPG, PNG, GIF, WebP, BMP, TIFF, SVG, ICO, EPS, HDR/EXR, TGA, and WBMP. After cropping, you can save the result in any of these formats. Transparency in PNG and WebP files is preserved during cropping.

Does cropping reduce image quality?

Cropping removes pixels from the edges of the image. The remaining area keeps its original quality. When you save as JPG or WebP, you can adjust the quality slider to control the compression level. Saving as PNG preserves full quality with lossless compression.

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. Files are automatically deleted after processing.

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