Image Crop
Image Crop cuts a photo down to the part you want, free and in your browser. You choose a photo, pick a ratio such as 1:1, 4:3 or 16:9, or choose a free size, and download the cropped photo.
Last updated: 30 October 2026 · Free · No signup
Cropping is how you remove unwanted edges, centre a subject, or fit a photo to a specific shape. A photo taken quickly often has extra space around the subject, or something distracting at the edge. Cropping removes that, and it also lets you make a square photo for a profile picture or a wide photo for a banner, without stretching the image.
Crop from the subject outwards, not from the edges inwards. Decide what must stay in the photo first, then set the crop around it. If you crop too tightly, you cannot get the cut-off part back from the downloaded file, so keep the original photo until you are happy with the crop.
Privacy: this tool runs entirely in your browser — no upload, no signup, and your files never leave your device.
Cut a photo down to the part you need — 1:1 for a profile photo, 16:9 for a thumbnail, or a completely free size. Choose the area with sliders.
How to use Image Crop
- Choose or drop a photo into the tool.
- Pick a ratio, or choose a free crop size.
- Adjust the crop area around the part you want to keep.
- Download the cropped photo.
Key facts
| Ratios | 1:1, 4:3, 16:9, or a free size |
|---|---|
| Input | One photo |
| Output | A cropped photo download |
Frequently asked questions
What crop ratio should I use for a profile photo?
Use 1:1, which is square, for most profile photos. Centre the face in the square and leave a little space around it, because platforms often show profile photos in a circle and will cut off the corners.
What is the difference between cropping and resizing?
Cropping cuts away part of the photo, so the remaining image is a smaller piece of the original. Resizing keeps the whole photo but changes its width and height. Use cropping to remove unwanted parts, and resizing to change the overall size.
Can I undo a crop after downloading?
No, not from the downloaded file, because the cut-off part is not in it. Keep your original photo, and crop again from it if you change your mind.
Is my photo uploaded when I crop it?
No. Cropping happens in your browser only. The photo never leaves your device, and nothing is saved after you close the page.