Square crop guide

Crop an Image to 1:1

Quick answer: Drag the crop box to a 1:1 ratio, keep the subject centered, preview the edges, and export a clean square image without stretching it.

A 1:1 crop is ideal for avatars, product photos, social posts, thumbnails, and any platform that displays square assets.

All processing runs in your local browser. Your photos are not uploaded to a server.

How to do it

  1. Open the crop tool and upload your image.
  2. Select the 1:1 ratio or drag a square selection.
  3. Position the subject inside the crop box.
  4. Export the cropped image, then resize if a fixed pixel size is required.

Choose the right approach

ScenarioRecommended approachCheck before export
AvatarKeep face in the centerAvoid cropping eyebrows or chin
Product photoLeave margin around the productMaintain consistent product scale
Social postUse 1:1 before resizing to 1080Check how the platform crops previews
Multiple assetsCrop first, then batch resizeKeeps dimensions uniform

Frequently asked questions

Crop or stretch to make an image square?

Always crop. Stretching changes body, product, and face proportions.

Can I export exactly 1080x1080?

Yes. Crop to 1:1 first, then use the resize tool and set 1080 by 1080.

Can I crop many images at once?

The crop tool is best for precise single-image composition. Use batch resize after cropping multiple versions.

Next step

Open the matching browser tool, upload your image, and finish the task locally. No account or software installation is required.