Crop Image
Crop photos with a drag-and-resize box – free or locked to 1:1, 4:5 or 16:9 – or pick exact sizes for Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and passport photos. Rotate, flip or crop to a circle.
- Aspect ratios
- Social media sizes
- Circle profile pictures
- No upload
How to crop an image
- Add a photoDrop an image, choose a file, paste one with Ctrl+V or try the sample. It stays on your device.
- Set the cropDrag the box and its handles, or pick a ratio such as 1:1 or 16:9, or a ready-made size like a YouTube thumbnail. Type exact numbers if you need them.
- DownloadRotate or flip if needed, choose circle for a profile picture, then download a PNG, JPG or WebP or copy it.
Image sizes cheat sheet
| Where | Size (px) | Ratio |
|---|---|---|
| Instagram post | 1080 × 1080 or 1080 × 1350 | 1:1 or 4:5 |
| Instagram, WhatsApp and Facebook stories | 1080 × 1920 | 9:16 |
| YouTube thumbnail | 1280 × 720 | 16:9 |
| LinkedIn banner | 1584 × 396 | 4:1 |
| X (Twitter) header | 1500 × 500 | 3:1 |
| Link preview (Open Graph) | 1200 × 630 | 1.91:1 |
| Passport photo (India, UK, EU) | 35 × 45 mm → 413 × 531 at 300 DPI | 7:9 |
Platforms change their recommended sizes from time to time – check their help pages for the latest numbers.
Composition tip
Turn on the grid and place your subject’s eyes or the horizon along the lines – the rule of thirds usually looks more natural than centring everything.
Frequently asked questions
How do I crop an image to a square?
Add your photo and tap 1:1. Drag the square to frame your subject and resize it from a corner – it stays square – then press Download.
How do I crop a photo to an exact size like 1280 × 720?
Pick “YouTube thumbnail (1280 × 720)” from Ready-made sizes, or untick “Output = crop size” and type the width and height you need. The crop box keeps the right shape and the download is exactly that size.
How do I make a passport-size photo?
Choose “Passport photo 35 × 45 mm (413 × 531 px)” to crop at the right shape and 300 DPI. Position the face so it fills most of the frame, then download as JPG. Check the exact rules of the office you’re applying to.
How do I make a round profile picture?
Tick “Circle”. The crop becomes a square with a round preview, and the download is a circle with transparent corners – save as PNG or WebP to keep them clear.
Can I type exact crop coordinates?
Yes. Use X, Y, Width and Height under Exact numbers – they’re in pixels of the original photo. The crop box updates as you type.
Can I use the keyboard?
Yes. Select the crop box, then use the arrow keys to move it (hold Shift to move faster) and Alt + arrows to resize it.
Does cropping reduce quality?
No. The crop is taken from your full-resolution photo. Quality only changes if you choose a smaller output size or a lower JPG/WebP quality.
Is the image cropper free and private?
Yes – completely free with no sign-up, and your photos never leave your device.
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