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Image Cropper

Crop images online free — resize and crop JPG, PNG, WebP, and HEIC photos to any size or aspect ratio instantly. Use presets for Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and Stories, or set exact pixel dimensions. 100% private — nothing uploaded, no signup required.

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or click to browse — JPG, PNG, WebP, HEIC supported

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3 Simple Steps

1

Upload Image

Drag & drop or click to upload your JPG, PNG, WebP, or HEIC image.

2

Draw Your Crop

Drag on the image to select your area. Use presets or type exact pixel dimensions.

3

Crop & Download

Click the button — your cropped image downloads instantly to your device.

Why Use ConvertLinx?

100% Private

Images are cropped entirely in your browser. Your files never leave your device and are never uploaded to any server.

Free Crop & Presets

Draw any crop area freely or use aspect ratio presets — square (1:1), widescreen (16:9), portrait, Stories (9:16) and more.

Perfect for Social Media

Crop images to exact ratios for Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, Facebook, and TikTok in one click — no guesswork needed.

Why You Need an Online Image Cropper

Every social media platform, website, and app expects images in different sizes and ratios. Instagram needs square or portrait crops, YouTube thumbnails need 16:9 widescreen, and passport photos need exact pixel dimensions. Cropping images manually to the right size and ratio saves time, ensures your photos fit perfectly, and avoids awkward stretching or blank spaces when you upload them.

This free online image cropper works directly in your browser — no software to install, no file uploads, and no account needed. Drag to select any area, use one-click aspect ratio presets, or type exact pixel dimensions for precise results every time.

Crop Images to the Right Size for Every Platform

Different platforms require different image dimensions. Instagram square posts need 1:1 ratio, Instagram Stories and TikTok need 9:16 portrait, YouTube thumbnails need 16:9 widescreen, and Facebook cover photos have their own specific sizes. Instead of guessing or resizing after the fact, use the built-in aspect ratio presets to crop your images to exactly the right proportions before uploading.

Common Problems This Tool Solves

Instagram post not fitting — need 1:1 or 4:5 crop
YouTube thumbnail needs exact 16:9 aspect ratio
Profile picture needs square crop without distortion
Need to remove unwanted background or borders from image
Passport or ID photo needs specific pixel dimensions
PNG transparency needs to be preserved while cropping

Who Should Use This?

→Social media creators — crop photos to exact platform ratios
→Designers — cut logos, icons, or UI elements from screenshots
→Students — crop images for assignments, reports, and presentations
→Online sellers — prepare product photos with clean square crops
→Bloggers — resize and crop featured images for websites
→Everyone — quick crop and trim without installing software

Features

Free-form drag-to-crop selection
Rule-of-thirds grid overlay
Corner handles for precise resize
Preset ratios — 1:1, 4:3, 16:9, 9:16, A4
Manual width & height pixel inputs
Quality control dropdown
Output as JPG, PNG, or WebP
100% browser-based — no uploads

Best Uses for Image Cropping

Crop photos to 1:1 square for Instagram posts
Crop images to 16:9 for YouTube thumbnails
Crop to 9:16 for Instagram Stories and TikTok
Trim unwanted borders and backgrounds from photos
Crop iPhone HEIC photos and download as JPG or PNG
Crop product images to square for e-commerce listings

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I crop an image to a specific size online?

Upload your image, draw your crop area on the canvas, then click Crop & Download. Use the aspect ratio buttons for exact proportions like 1:1 square or 16:9 widescreen. Or type exact pixel dimensions in the width and height fields.

Can I crop HEIC photos from my iPhone?

Yes — upload your HEIC file directly. It will be decoded in your browser so you can crop it and download as JPG, WebP, or PNG. No app or conversion needed first.

What aspect ratio should I use for Instagram?

Use 1:1 for square posts, 4:5 for portrait posts, and 9:16 for Stories and Reels. The 9:16 Story preset is available with one click.

Does cropping reduce image quality?

Cropping itself does not reduce quality — it simply removes the parts outside your selection. The cropped area keeps its full original resolution and sharpness.

Can I set exact pixel dimensions manually?

Yes — type the exact width and height in pixels in the input fields below the canvas. The crop box will update automatically to match.

What image formats can I crop?

JPG, PNG, WebP and HEIC are all supported as input. You can download the cropped result as JPG, PNG, or WebP — whichever suits your needs best.

Can I crop images for social media platforms?

Yes — use the preset aspect ratios to crop for Instagram (1:1 or 4:5), YouTube thumbnails (16:9), Twitter/X (16:9), Facebook cover, and Instagram Stories (9:16). One click sets the correct ratio.

Is my image uploaded to a server when I crop it?

No — all cropping happens entirely in your browser. Your image never leaves your device and is never uploaded or stored on any server.

Can I crop a PNG image without losing its transparent background?

Yes — select PNG as the output format before downloading. The crop tool preserves transparency in PNG files so your transparent background stays intact.

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