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9:16 Image Cropper

Crop to vertical 9:16 for Instagram Reels, Stories, YouTube Shorts and TikTok.

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100% private

Everything runs locally with HTML5 Canvas. Your image is never sent to a server.

Fast & precise

Instant, accurate output tuned to the exact spec — no guessing, no queues.

No watermark

Free forever, no sign-up, and never a watermark on your finished file.

How it works

Four steps, a few seconds, zero uploads.

Upload

Drop your image or browse. iPhone HEIC works too.

Adjust

The tool applies the exact spec — tweak if you like.

Preview

See the result and file size before you commit.

Download

Save your optimised, ready-to-use image.

Cropping to 9:16 vertical

9:16 is the full-screen vertical ratio used by Reels, Stories, Shorts and TikTok. This cropper locks 9:16 and lets you drag to frame your subject, exporting a crisp, full-height image ready to post — processed entirely in your browser.

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Frequently asked questions

What pixel size is 9:16?

Common 9:16 sizes are 1080×1920 and 720×1280. The tool keeps your image’s resolution at the 9:16 ratio.

Is this good for Instagram Stories?

Yes — 9:16 is the exact full-screen ratio for Stories, Reels, Shorts and TikTok.

Is my image uploaded?

No, cropping happens locally in your browser.

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