Free Online Image Cropper
Need to crop an image to a specific size or focus on a particular area? Our free online image cropper lets you trim photos with freeform selection or lock to popular aspect ratio presets — all in your browser, with no signup required.
Your images stay on your device. Nothing is uploaded to any server.
How to Crop an Image in 3 Steps
- Upload — select your image file by dragging and dropping or clicking to browse.
- Crop — drag the handles to select the area you want to keep. Choose freeform or lock to an aspect ratio.
- Download — save your cropped image instantly.
Aspect Ratio Presets
We include presets for the most common use cases:
- 1:1 (Square) — perfect for Instagram posts, profile pictures, and product thumbnails.
- 16:9 (Widescreen) — ideal for YouTube thumbnails, website hero images, and presentation slides.
- 4:3 (Standard) — common for digital camera photos and traditional print formats.
- Freeform — crop to any custom dimension you need.
Why Crop Images Online?
Resize for Social Media
Different platforms require different dimensions. Crop your photo to 1:1 for Instagram, 16:9 for YouTube, or 4:5 for Pinterest without opening desktop software.
Focus on What Matters
Remove distracting backgrounds, extra whitespace, or unwanted elements to draw attention to the subject of your photo.
Meet Upload Requirements
Many websites, forms, and job portals require images at specific dimensions. Crop to the exact size before uploading.
Create Thumbnails and Avatars
Quickly crop a headshot for your profile picture, or trim a product photo for an online listing.
Prepare Images for Print
Crop photos to standard print ratios (4:3, 5:7, 8:10) before sending to a print service.
Key Features
- Freeform and Preset Ratios — crop to any custom area or lock to 1:1, 16:9, 4:3, and more.
- Real-Time Preview — see your crop selection before saving.
- 100% Private — images are processed entirely in your browser. No uploads to any server.
- No Watermarks — cropped images are clean with no branding added.
- Works on Any Device — Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, and Android.
- Completely Free — no accounts, no limits, no paid tiers.
Common Use Cases
Crop Image for Instagram
Crop photos to a perfect square (1:1) for Instagram feed posts, or 4:5 for maximum vertical real estate in the feed.
Crop Image for YouTube Thumbnail
Use the 16:9 preset to create eye-catching thumbnails at the right dimensions.
Crop Profile Picture
Trim a photo to a square crop focused on your face for LinkedIn, Twitter, Slack, or any other platform.
Crop Product Photos
Remove excess background from product images for cleaner e-commerce listings.
Crop Screenshots
Trim browser screenshots or app captures to show only the relevant portion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What image formats are supported? The cropper supports JPG, PNG, and WebP files.
Can I crop to a custom size? Yes. Use freeform mode to drag and select any area you want, or lock to a preset aspect ratio.
Will cropping reduce image quality? No. The cropper preserves the original resolution of the selected area. Only the trimmed portions are removed.
Is there a file size limit? Since processing is local, it depends on your device. Most devices handle standard photos without any issues.
Is this tool free? Completely free — no signup, no watermarks, no feature restrictions.
Are my images private? Yes. Everything happens in your browser. Your photos are never uploaded to any server.