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Instagram Image Cropper - Free Tool

Perfectly crop images for Instagram posts, stories, and reels

No watermarks, no signup - just perfect Instagram crops

Optimized dimensions for maximum Instagram engagement

Crop Settings

Select Instagram Format

1080 x 1080px - Classic Instagram feed

Click to upload image

JPG, PNG, WEBP (max 10MB)

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Instagram Image Format Guide

Square Post (1:1)

1080 x 1080px

Classic Instagram format. Works great for product photos, quotes, and balanced compositions.

Portrait Post (4:5)

1080 x 1350px

Takes up more feed space. Best for maximizing visibility and engagement on mobile devices.

Landscape Post (1.91:1)

1080 x 566px

Wide format for panoramic shots and desktop viewing. Less common but effective for landscapes.

Story (9:16)

1080 x 1920px

Full-screen vertical format. Perfect for Instagram Stories that disappear after 24 hours.

Reel (9:16)

1080 x 1920px

Vertical video format. Same as Stories but optimized for permanent short-form video content.

Pro Tip

Always use high-quality images (at least 1080px width) for best results. Instagram compresses images, so start with the highest quality possible.

Perfect Crops

Automatically crops to Instagram's exact specifications

No Watermarks

Clean exports with no watermarks or branding added

High Quality

Maintains image quality with optimal compression

Instagram Image Best Practices

Optimization Tips:

• High Resolution: Start with images at least 1080px wide
• File Format: JPG works best for photos, PNG for graphics with text
• File Size: Keep under 8MB for faster uploads
• Portrait Format: Use 4:5 ratio for maximum feed visibility
• Consistent Style: Maintain consistent crops across your feed

Content Strategy:

• Feed Posts: Use square or portrait for regular posts
• Stories: 9:16 for full-screen immersive content
• Reels: Vertical 9:16 for maximum reach potential
• Carousels: All images should match aspect ratio
• Important Content: Keep centered to avoid crop issues

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best Instagram image dimensions?

For feed posts, use 1080 x 1080px (square) or 1080 x 1350px (portrait) for maximum visibility. For Stories and Reels, use 1080 x 1920px (9:16 vertical). Portrait format takes up more screen space and typically gets better engagement.

Why does Instagram crop my photos?

Instagram automatically crops images that don't match their supported aspect ratios. Using this tool means your images are pre-cropped to Instagram's exact specifications, so you control what gets shown instead of Instagram's automatic cropping.

Can I crop multiple images at once?

Currently, the tool processes one image at a time for best quality. After cropping, click "New Image" to upload and crop another photo. This way each image receives proper attention and optimal results.

Does this tool work for Instagram carousels?

Yes! For carousel posts, crop all images to the same aspect ratio (we recommend 1:1 square or 4:5 portrait) so they display consistently without different crops on each slide.

Will this tool reduce my image quality?

No, the tool maintains 95% JPEG quality during export. Instagram will compress images on upload, so starting with properly cropped, high-quality images (1080px width minimum) gives the best final result.

Is my image data private and secure?

Yes! All image processing happens directly in your browser. Your images are never uploaded to our servers. Once you close or refresh the page, all data is immediately deleted from your device's memory.

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