Free Image Cropper - Crop Photos Online
Crop, rotate, and flip your images right in the browser. Choose from preset aspect ratios or enter a custom size. Download in PNG, JPG, or WebP. No uploads, no accounts -- 100% private and free.
Image Cropper
Drop an image here or click to upload
Supports PNG, JPG, WebP, GIF, and more
How to Use This Tool
Upload Your Image
Drag and drop an image onto the upload area, or click to browse your files. Supports PNG, JPG, WebP, GIF, and most common image formats.
Adjust the Crop
Drag the corners or edges of the crop rectangle to select the area you want. Choose an aspect ratio preset or enter a custom ratio. Optionally rotate or flip.
Download
Select your preferred output format (PNG, JPG, or WebP), adjust quality for lossy formats, and click Download Cropped Image. Your file is ready instantly.
Aspect Ratio Guide for Social Media
Common Aspect Ratios
Instagram posts, profile pictures, thumbnails
Presentations, older displays, iPad screens
YouTube thumbnails, Facebook covers, desktop wallpapers
Standard photography, print photos (4x6, 6x9)
Pinterest pins, book covers, portrait prints
Instagram Stories, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, Reels
The aspect ratio defines the proportional relationship between an image's width and height. When you lock an aspect ratio, the crop tool maintains that proportion as you resize, ensuring your image fits the intended display format perfectly.
For best results when cropping for social media, select the matching aspect ratio preset before adjusting your crop area. This ensures your image fills the entire display area without unwanted black bars or cropping by the platform.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my image uploaded to any server?
No. This image cropper runs 100% in your browser using the Canvas API. Your image never leaves your device. All cropping, rotation, and processing happens locally on your computer.
What aspect ratios are available for cropping?
You can crop freely with no constraints, or choose from preset ratios: 1:1 (Square), 4:3 (Standard), 16:9 (Widescreen), 3:2 (Photo), 2:3 (Portrait), and 9:16 (Story/Reel). You can also enter a custom aspect ratio.
Which output formats are supported?
You can download your cropped image as PNG (lossless, larger file), JPG (lossy with adjustable quality, smaller file), or WebP (modern format with excellent compression). For photos, JPG at 90%+ quality is recommended. For graphics with transparency, use PNG.
What is the best aspect ratio for social media?
Instagram posts use 1:1 (square), Instagram Stories and TikTok use 9:16, Facebook and Twitter posts work best with 16:9, and profile pictures are typically 1:1. Use the preset buttons to quickly set the right ratio for each platform.
Can I rotate my image before cropping?
Yes. You can rotate in 90-degree increments using the rotate buttons, or use the free rotation slider for precise angle adjustments from -180 to +180 degrees. You can also flip the image horizontally or vertically.