Crop any image in a few clicks
Cropping removes the parts of a picture you do not need and changes its shape. It is the fastest way to focus on the subject, remove clutter, or make a photo fit a social media layout. This image cropper works on phones and computers, and your photo never leaves your device.
Features:
- Drag to draw a crop box, drag inside it to move it, and drag a corner to resize it
- Preset ratios: Free, 1:1 square, 16:9, 4:3, 4:5 Instagram portrait, 9:16 story and 1.91:1 Facebook
- Exact numbers: type the X, Y, width and height in pixels for pixel-perfect crops
- Save as PNG, JPG or WebP
- Full original resolution is kept in the cropped area
How to crop an image
- Choose or drop an image.
- Pick a ratio, or keep Free to crop any shape.
- Drag on the image to draw the crop area, then move or resize it.
- Fine-tune with the number fields if you need exact pixels.
- Click Crop image, check the preview and download.
Which ratio should I use?
| Ratio | Best for |
|---|---|
| 1:1 | Profile pictures, Instagram squares, product photos |
| 4:5 | Instagram portrait posts |
| 9:16 | Stories, Reels, TikTok, WhatsApp status |
| 16:9 | YouTube thumbnails, website banners, slides |
| 1.91:1 | Facebook and LinkedIn link images |
| 4:3 | Classic photos, many tablets |
Tips for better crops
- Follow the rule of thirds: place the main subject about one third in from an edge, not always dead center.
- Leave some space around faces and products, especially in the direction a person is looking.
- Crop first, then resize. After cropping to the right shape, use the Image Resizer to reach the exact pixel size a platform wants.
- Compress last. Shrink the file for the web with the Image Compressor.
PNG keeps the best quality and supports transparency, JPG makes smaller photo files, and WebP is usually the smallest. Change formats later with the Image Converter. Making a website icon? The Favicon Generator crops your logo to a square automatically. See all PDF and image tools.
Image sizes keep changing
Social networks update their layouts often, so the best size for a post or story can change. Check each platform's help center before a big campaign. Mozilla's guide to image file types explains which format to save in, and our Image Resizer gets your crop to the exact pixel size.
Aspect ratios and where they are used
| Ratio | Shape | Common uses |
|---|---|---|
| 1:1 | Square | Instagram posts, profile pictures, product thumbnails |
| 4:5 | Tall rectangle | Instagram portrait posts |
| 16:9 | Wide | YouTube thumbnails, presentations, website banners |
| 9:16 | Tall | Stories, Reels, TikTok, WhatsApp status |
| 3:2 | Classic photo | Prints and most camera photos |
| 1.91:1 | Wide | Facebook and LinkedIn link previews (1200 x 630) |
Choose the ratio first, then drag the crop box to the best part of the image.
Composition tips for better crops
- Rule of thirds: imagine the image split into a 3 x 3 grid and place the main subject on one of the lines or intersections, not always dead centre.
- Leave space in front of faces and moving objects, so they "look into" the frame.
- Crop tight on products so details are visible on small phone screens.
- Remove distractions at the edges such as half a person, a bin or a messy table.
- Keep the horizon straight; a tilted horizon is very noticeable after cropping.
Profile pictures and passport-style photos
Most platforms show profile pictures as a circle cut from a square. Crop to 1:1 with the face in the centre and some space above the head, so the circle does not cut off the hair or chin. For official photo requirements, follow the exact size and background rules of the issuing office; after cropping, set the exact pixel size with the Image Resizer.
Cropping vs. resizing
Cropping removes parts of the image and changes its shape. Resizing keeps the whole image and changes its dimensions. A typical workflow is: crop to the right shape, resize to the right pixel size, then compress for the web with the Image Compressor.
Precise cropping with numbers
If you need exact coordinates, type the X, Y, width and height values in pixels. This is useful for cutting the same area from several screenshots, or for meeting exact size requirements like 1080 x 1080. The preview updates as you type. When you are happy, save as PNG for graphics and screenshots or JPG and WebP for photos. If you are preparing images for link sharing, check the final result with the Open Graph Preview.
Cropping happens entirely in your browser; your photos are never uploaded.
Example: a YouTube thumbnail from a photo
- Open your photo in the cropper and choose the 16:9 ratio.
- Move the crop box so the main subject sits on the left or right third, leaving space for a short title.
- Save the crop, then resize it to 1280 x 720 with the Image Resizer.
- Add your text in a design app such as Canva.
- Compress the final image with the Image Compressor; YouTube has a file size limit for custom thumbnails.
The same steps work for blog featured images (1200 x 675) and link preview images (1200 x 630).
Frequently Asked Questions
Does cropping reduce image quality?
No. The pixels you keep are not changed. Saving as JPG or WebP applies light compression.
Can I crop on my phone?
Yes. Use your finger to drag the crop box on the image.
Are my images uploaded?
No. Cropping is done in your browser.
Can I crop to an exact size like 1080 × 1080?
Yes. Choose 1:1, then type 1080 in the width and height fields if your image is large enough.
Can I rotate the image before cropping?
This tool focuses on cropping. Most phones and computers can rotate an image in the built-in photo viewer before you open it here.
Why does my crop look blurry after saving?
The crop area was small, so there are few pixels. Start with a larger original or crop a larger area.
Can I crop a transparent PNG?
Yes. Save as PNG or WebP to keep the transparency.
Last updated: October 25, 2026