Image Cropper
Select an image to crop
This free Image Cropper helps you cut away the parts of a picture you do not need and keep only the part that matters. Cropping is one of the most common photo edits: removing empty space around a product, cutting out a distracting background, making a square profile picture, preparing a wide banner for a website, or focusing a family photo on the people in the centre. With this tool you can do it in seconds, directly on your phone or computer, with no app to install.
The tool gives you a movable crop box that you can drag and resize with your mouse or fingers. Ready made aspect ratio buttons help you match popular shapes without measuring anything: 1:1 for square profile pictures and social posts, 4:3 for classic photos, 16:9 for video thumbnails and banners, and 3:2 for standard photo prints. If you prefer complete freedom, the Free option lets you make the box any shape you like. Everything is processed locally in your browser, so your pictures are never uploaded to a server and remain private on your device at all times.
How to use
- Click the file box and select the image you want to crop from your device.
- Wait for the crop box to appear over your picture in the editing area.
- Pick an aspect ratio button, or choose Free for any shape you want.
- Drag the box and pull its corners until it covers exactly the area to keep.
- Choose JPEG or PNG, click Crop and Download, and save the finished image.
Frequently asked questions
What is an aspect ratio?
It is the relationship between the width and height of the cropped area. A 1:1 ratio is a perfect square, while 16:9 is a wide rectangle like a television screen. Locking a ratio keeps that shape while you resize the box.
Does cropping delete the rest of my photo forever?
No. Your original file on your device is never changed. The tool only creates a new downloaded copy of the cropped area, so you can always start again from the original.
Which format should I download, JPEG or PNG?
JPEG is smaller and ideal for photos and sharing. PNG is better for graphics, logos, and images where you need the sharpest edges or transparency in the original to be preserved.
Are my photos uploaded anywhere?
No. The cropping happens entirely in your browser on your own device. No image is sent to a server, stored, or shared by this tool.