Resize image for Instagram Story
Crop your image to the exact Instagram Story format: 1080×1920 pixels (9:16). Everything runs locally in your browser – your image never leaves your device.
Instagram Story / Reel – sizes & tips
The optimal size for Instagram Story / Reel is 1080×1920 pixels at an aspect ratio of 9:16. CropInSeconds locks cropping to this ratio automatically, so your image is never distorted.
Upload a high-resolution source image so no quality is lost when scaling to the target resolution. JPG works well for photos, PNG for graphics with transparency.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a Instagram Story / Reel? +
The recommended size is 1080×1920 pixels at an aspect ratio of 9:16.
Does CropInSeconds export exactly 1080×1920 pixels? +
Yes. Your image is cropped and exported at exactly 1080×1920 pixels – with no distortion, because the 9:16 aspect ratio is locked.
Is my image uploaded for the Instagram crop? +
No. All cropping happens locally in your browser – with no upload at all.