Pad with a border
Adds blur, color or a reflection around the photo. Nothing is lost and it is instant. Best for social posts and when the subject must stay whole.
Free, no crop, no upload
Change aspect ratio without cropping
Keep the whole photo and change its shape. The canvas grows to the ratio you need and the new space is filled to match.
Drop a photo to uncrop
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Try a sample:
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Common aspect ratios and where they are used
Pick the ratio for where the picture will appear. Pixel sizes are typical full-quality exports.
| Ratio | Name | Typical use | Example size (px) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1:1 | Square | Instagram and Facebook feeds, profile pictures, marketplaces | 1080 x 1080 |
| 4:5 | Portrait | Instagram portrait posts, Facebook mobile feed | 1080 x 1350 |
| 9:16 | Vertical | Stories, Reels, TikTok, Shorts, phone wallpapers | 1080 x 1920 |
| 16:9 | Widescreen | YouTube thumbnails, presentations, TVs and monitors | 1920 x 1080 |
| 3:2 | Classic photo | Most camera sensors, 4 x 6 inch prints | 1800 x 1200 |
| 4:3 | Standard | Phone camera default, tablets, older screens | 1600 x 1200 |
| 21:9 | Ultrawide | Banners, cinematic crops, ultrawide wallpapers | 2560 x 1080 |
Pad, crop, stretch or fill: which to use
Extend the scene
Smart fill, Texture fill or Generative AI continue the background so the photo looks naturally wider or taller. Best for landscapes, backdrops and banners.
Crop
Cuts the edges to reach the ratio. Fast, but it removes content. Use the crop tool if that is what you want.
Stretch
Changes the photo's proportions and distorts people and objects. We recommend avoiding it; padding or extending gives a better result.
Questions
How do I change the aspect ratio without cropping?
Add canvas instead of removing it. Choose the new ratio, and this tool places your whole photo inside the larger frame, then fills the extra space with blur, a color, a reflection or generated scenery.
Will the photo be stretched or squashed?
No. The photo keeps its original proportions. Only the canvas around it changes shape.
What is the best fill for social media posts?
Blur is the most popular because it looks intentional and matches any photo. White or black borders suit minimal feeds. Use Smart fill or Texture fill when you want the scene itself to look wider.
Can I get exact pixel sizes, like 1080 x 1350?
Yes. Switch to Exact size and pick a platform preset or type the width and height. The download matches those pixels exactly.
Is it free and private?
Yes. All fills except Generative AI run on your device with no upload, account or watermark.
Posting to a specific app? Try Instagram no crop, WhatsApp DP without crop or portrait to landscape.