Image Cropper

Crop images online. Drag to select the area you want, then download the cropped result.

Free to use. Runs in your browser.

Upload an image and drag the crop handles to select an area. Lock to common ratios (1:1 for Instagram, 16:9 for YouTube, 9:16 for Stories) or use free-form.

Drop an image or click to upload

PNG, JPG, WebP, any size

How the Image Cropper Works

Cropping removes the outer portions of an image to focus on the subject or fit a specific aspect ratio. Unlike resizing (which changes the pixel count), cropping cuts away unwanted areas while keeping the remaining content at its original resolution.

This tool shows your image with a draggable crop box. Position it over the area you want to keep, adjust the dimensions, then download the result as a full-resolution PNG. Everything happens in your browser using the Canvas API, your image is never uploaded anywhere.

Social Media Image Sizes

Every platform has different size requirements. Crop to these dimensions for the best display:

Platform	Use Case	Dimensions	Aspect Ratio
Instagram	Square post	1080 × 1080	1:1
Instagram	Portrait post	1080 × 1350	4:5
Instagram	Story / Reel	1080 × 1920	9:16
YouTube	Thumbnail	1280 × 720	16:9
Twitter/X	Image post	1200 × 675	16:9
LinkedIn	Post image	1200 × 627	1.91:1
Facebook	Post image	1200 × 630	1.91:1
Facebook	Cover photo	820 × 312	2.63:1

Tip: Crop to the right aspect ratio here, then use Image Resizer to hit the exact pixel dimensions if needed.

Crop vs Resize: When to Use Each

Crop when...

Removing unwanted edges or background
Focusing on a specific subject
Changing the aspect ratio (landscape to square)
Cutting out distracting elements

Resize when...

Keeping all content but changing dimensions
Making images smaller for web/email
Scaling up for print
Hitting exact pixel requirements

Need both? Always crop first, then resize. Cropping after resizing means you're working with fewer pixels and lower quality.

Common Aspect Ratios

1:1

Square. Instagram, profile pictures, app icons.

4:3

Classic photo. Digital cameras, PowerPoint.

3:2

DSLR photos. Standard print sizes (6×4).

16:9

Widescreen. YouTube, presentations, TV.

4:5

Instagram portrait. Maximum feed real estate.

9:16

Vertical video. Stories, Reels, TikTok.

Social Media Crop Sizes

Platform	Profile Photo	Cover / Banner	Post / Feed
Instagram	320 x 320	N/A	1080 x 1080 (square), 1080 x 1350 (portrait)
Facebook	170 x 170	820 x 312	1200 x 630 (link share)
X (Twitter)	400 x 400	1500 x 500	1200 x 675 (image post)
LinkedIn	400 x 400	1584 x 396	1200 x 627 (article)
YouTube	800 x 800	2560 x 1440	1280 x 720 (thumbnail)

Sizes in pixels. Always crop to the recommended dimensions before uploading, platforms will compress and re-crop your image if it doesn't match, often with ugly results. For profile photos, keep the important content centred since platforms display them as circles.

Related Tools

Image Resizer

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Image Compressor

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Aspect Ratio Calculator

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Background Remover

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Image to PNG

Convert cropped images to PNG

Image to WebP

Convert to WebP for smaller files

How to use this tool

Upload the image you want to crop

Drag or resize the crop area to your desired region

Download the cropped image in your preferred format

Common uses

Cropping profile pictures to square dimensions
Trimming screenshots to remove unnecessary borders
Preparing social media images with correct aspect ratios
Isolating specific areas of product photos

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between cropping and resizing?

Cropping cuts away the outer portions of an image, you lose content but keep the remaining area at full resolution. Resizing scales the entire image up or down, keeping all content but changing pixel dimensions.

Are my images uploaded to a server?

No. Cropping happens entirely in your browser using the Canvas API. Your image never leaves your device.

What format is the cropped image?

The output is always PNG, which preserves quality without any compression artifacts. You can convert to other formats using our Image to WebP or Image Compressor tools.

Can I crop to a specific aspect ratio?

You can manually adjust the width and height sliders to match any ratio. For example, set equal width and height for a 1:1 square crop.

Is the cropped image full resolution?

Yes. The crop is applied to the original image at its full resolution, not the preview size. The output dimensions are shown below the preview.

What image formats can I upload?

Any format your browser supports, PNG, JPG, WebP, GIF, BMP, and more.

Can I move the crop area?

Yes. Click and drag inside the crop box to reposition it. Use the sliders to adjust width and height.

How do I crop for Instagram?

For Instagram feed posts, crop to a square (1:1). For Stories, crop to 9:16 vertical. Set your width and height sliders to match these proportions.

Can I undo a crop?

The original image isn't modified, only the cropped version is downloaded. Upload the same image again to crop differently.

What's the maximum image size?

There's no hard limit, but very large images (50+ megapixels) may be slow to process in the browser. For best performance, keep images under 20 MB.

Should I crop before or after resizing?

Crop first, then resize. Cropping at full resolution preserves the most detail. Resizing after cropping gives you exact output dimensions.

Can I crop multiple images at once?

This tool processes one image at a time for precise control. For batch operations, consider our Image Compressor which supports bulk processing.

Results are for general informational purposes only and should be checked before use. They are not professional advice. See our Disclaimer and Terms of Service.