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Choose and frame
Select an image, then drag inside the frame to move it. Drag the lower-right handle to resize the selected area.
Free private browser tool
Crop images online
Crop a JPG, PNG, WebP, or other browser-supported image. Choose an aspect ratio, set exact pixel dimensions, straighten the result, and download without uploading your file.
Image cropping guide
How to crop an image online
Choose an image, position the crop frame over the part you want to keep, and export a new file at the dimensions and format you need. Everything happens locally in your browser.
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Set size and ratio
Use free crop or a preset ratio, then keep the detected crop size or enter exact output pixels.
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Export your crop
Choose JPG, PNG, or WebP, adjust quality where applicable, name the file, and download it.
Crop tool features
- Free-form and preset crops. Use any shape or select 1:1, 16:9, 4:3, 3:2, 9:16, 3:4, or 4:5.
- Exact pixel dimensions. Export at a precise width and height with an optional ratio lock.
- Fine positioning. Drag the frame or use arrow keys; hold Shift to move ten pixels at a time.
- Image straightening. Correct a tilted horizon by rotating the selected area up to 45 degrees.
- Flexible export. Save the crop as JPG, transparent-capable PNG, or WebP with a custom filename.
- Private processing. The source pixels are processed on your device and are not uploaded to this website.
Aspect ratio versus output size
The crop ratio controls the shape of the selected area. A 1:1 crop is square, 16:9 is wide, and 9:16 is tall. Output dimensions control the number of pixels in the downloaded file.
For example, both 1200 × 1200 and 500 × 500 are 1:1 crops, but the first contains more pixels. Enlarging a small selected area does not add detail, so use dimensions close to or below the crop's detected pixel size when sharpness matters.
Choosing JPG, PNG, or WebP
JPG is widely compatible and usually works well for photographs. PNG uses lossless compression and can preserve transparency, but photographic files may be larger. WebP often produces smaller photo and graphic files in modern browsers.
The quality slider applies to JPG and WebP. PNG ignores the quality percentage because its visible pixels are encoded losslessly.
Frequently asked questions
Is this online image cropper free?
Yes. You can crop one image at a time without creating an account or paying for a download.
Is my image uploaded?
No. The crop, resize, straighten, and export steps run locally in your browser. Your image is not sent to our server.
Can I crop an image to exact dimensions?
Yes. Enter an output width and height in pixels. Lock the output ratio if you want the second dimension to update automatically.
Which image formats can I crop?
The tool accepts image formats your browser can decode and exports JPG, PNG, or WebP. Browser support can vary for formats such as HEIC and TIFF.
Does cropping reduce image quality?
Cropping removes pixels outside the selected area. Enlarging a small crop can soften it, and JPG or WebP quality settings can add compression. PNG export is lossless.
Does the cropped image keep metadata?
No. The browser creates a new file from the visible pixels, so EXIF data such as camera details and GPS location is not copied.
Can the cropper keep my subject in frame?
Yes. Smart position analyzes visual detail on your device and suggests a crop position that you can refine manually.
Can I limit the downloaded file size?
Yes. Enter a target in KB. JPG and WebP quality is adjusted to fit as closely as possible; PNG remains lossless.
Limitations
The tool handles one image at a time. Animated images export only the displayed frame. Browser canvas export creates a new file and does not retain EXIF metadata, color profiles, GPS data, or animation. Very large images may also exceed your browser or device's available memory.
New precision, composition, and export controls
Precise framing. Resize from all corners and edges. Arrow keys move the crop; Shift makes larger steps and Alt plus an arrow resizes it.
Zoom and pan. Use Fit, 100%, the slider, Ctrl plus the wheel, or device gestures, then scroll the workspace to inspect details.
Transforms and history. Straighten, rotate by 90 degrees, flip either axis, and undo or redo up to 50 editing states.
Ratios and presets. Enter any custom ratio or start with avatar, thumbnail, story, banner, passport-style, and 5 × 7 print settings.
Composition aids. Show thirds, center, grid, diagonal, or golden-ratio guides. Smart position locally analyzes visual detail to suggest a frame.
Shape previews. Preview and export rectangles, rounded rectangles, or circles. PNG and WebP can retain transparent corners; JPG uses the selected background.
Before and after. Compare the source with a live rendering of the crop, transforms, shape, and background.
Resolution guidance. Set exact output pixels and receive a warning when the result enlarges the crop beyond its native resolution.
Size-aware export. View an estimate or set a maximum KB target. JPG and WebP automatically search for a suitable quality; PNG stays lossless.
Orientation and color. Supported EXIF orientation and embedded color data are applied on decode. Choose browser sRGB or supported Display P3 output.
Privacy and metadata. Processing stays on-device. The new export intentionally omits camera, GPS, and other original metadata.
One-file workflow. The cropper continues to accept exactly one source image at a time.