How do I crop an image to a specific size?

Upload your image, then select a preset aspect ratio (1:1, 4:3, 16:9, etc.) or use free-form cropping to select any custom size. The crop box can be resized by dragging the corners or edges.

Can I crop a photo into a circle?

Yes! Select the 1:1 aspect ratio to create a square crop, which is perfect for circular profile pictures. Export as PNG to preserve transparency if needed.

Does cropping reduce image quality?

No. Our tool crops without recompressing your image, so you keep the original quality. You can export at 100% quality with no compression artifacts.

Is this image cropper really free?

Yes, 100% free with no watermarks, no signup required, and no hidden fees. Your images are processed entirely in your browser and never uploaded to any server.

What image formats are supported?

You can upload PNG, JPG, JPEG, WebP, and GIF images. Export is available in PNG (lossless) or JPG (smaller file size) formats.

Crop Photo to Passport Size (2x2)

Need a passport or ID photo? Learn how to crop your photo to the correct dimensions for official documents.

US Passport Photo Requirements

Requirement	Specification

Size	2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm)
Pixels	600 x 600 (at 300 DPI)
Head height	1-1⅜ inches (25-35mm)
Eye position	1⅛-1⅜ inches from bottom
Background	Plain white or off-white

How to Crop for Passport Photos

Step 1: Choose the Right Source Photo

Your photo should have:

Neutral expression (no smiling)
Both eyes open and visible
Plain white background
No glasses (as of 2016)
Recent (within 6 months)

Step 2: Use 1:1 Aspect Ratio

US passport photos are square (2x2 inches), so select the 1:1 aspect ratio.

Step 3: Position Your Head Correctly

The key measurements:

Head height: Should fill 50-69% of the frame
Eyes: Position in the upper third
Top of head: Leave small gap at top
Chin: Leave space at bottom

Step 4: Export at Correct Resolution

For printing at 2x2 inches:

300 DPI = 600 x 600 pixels
Use PNG or high-quality JPG

Other ID Photo Sizes

Document	Size	Pixels (300 DPI)

US Passport	2x2"	600 x 600
US Visa	2x2"	600 x 600
UK Passport	35x45mm	413 x 531
Schengen Visa	35x45mm	413 x 531
Indian Passport	2x2"	600 x 600
Chinese Visa	33x48mm	390 x 567

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Wrong background - Must be plain white/off-white
2. Shadows on face - Use even, front-facing light
3. Head tilted - Keep head straight and centered
4. Wrong size ratio - Double-check dimensions before printing
5. Low resolution - Use at least 600x600 pixels

DIY vs Professional

DIY Pros:

Free
Immediate
Multiple attempts

Professional Pros:

Guaranteed acceptance
Proper lighting/background
Printed correctly

For official documents, consider getting at least your first one done professionally to ensure acceptance.