Crop an image to 9:16 (vertical)

To crop an image to 9:16, choose 9:16 in the box above, place the frame over the subject and download. 9:16 is the tall shape of stories, Reels, TikTok and YouTube Shorts, at 1080 × 1920 pixels.

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SHAPE9:16
FORMATSJPG, PNG, WebP
QUALITYoriginal resolution
UPLOADnone

How it works

  1. Drop your picture into the box above (the shape is already chosen).
  2. Drag the picture so the important part is inside the frame; zoom if you want it tighter.
  3. Download the cropped picture.

What 9:16 is used for

  • Instagram and Facebook stories (1080 × 1920).
  • Reels, TikTok and YouTube Shorts covers.
  • Phone wallpapers.
  • WhatsApp status.

Tip

Keep faces and text away from the very edge of the frame, since sites and apps often trim a little more.

Questions people ask

What size is an Instagram story?

1080 × 1920 pixels, which is 9:16. Keep faces and text away from the top and bottom, where buttons sit.

Can I crop a landscape photo to 9:16?

Yes, but only a narrow strip is kept. Pick the part that matters and zoom out if needed.

Is it free?

Yes. No signup, no watermark, no limit on the number of files.

Is my file uploaded?

No. It is processed in your browser, so it never leaves your device.

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