Story Crop Tool
FreeCrop images to 9:16 vertical story format for Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok
Drop an image here or click to browse
Then drag the crop box & pick a shape/ratio.
About Story Crop Tool
Stories take over the entire screen, so a square or landscape photo floats in the middle with big empty bars around it. Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok stories all want a tall 9:16 frame, and resizing by hand often leaves the subject off to one side.
Story Crop trims any image to the 9:16 vertical story format so it fills the screen on every app. Slide your subject into place, crop, and download a story-ready image. The whole thing runs in your browser on ToolHub by Codaiman, keeping your photo on your own device. It is free, requires no sign up, and never adds a watermark.
Common uses
- 9:16 stories for Instagram and Snapchat
- Full-screen vertical posts for TikTok
- Reframing a wide photo for a story background
- Consistent story slides for a campaign
How to use
- 1
Upload your file
Click the upload area or drag & drop your file. Supports *. Up to 50 MB.
- 2
Click "Process — Story Crop Tool"
Click the process button. Your file is converted instantly on our secure servers.
- 3
Download your result
Preview and download your converted file. No watermarks, no quality loss, no expiry.
Why ToolHub?
- 100% Free — no account needed
- Works in your browser — no software required
- Instant results
- Secure and private
- No data stored
- Simple to use
FAQ
What ratio is a story?
9:16 vertical, the full-screen format used by Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok stories.
Will it work for all three apps?
Yes. The 9:16 crop fits the story screen on Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok alike.
Does cropping to tall lose detail?
No. The vertical slice you keep stays at its original resolution; only the sides are trimmed.
Do you upload my image to crop it?
No. The crop happens locally in your browser, so nothing is stored on a server.
Can I use Story Crop Tool on mobile?
Yes — ToolHub is fully responsive and works on iPhone, Android, tablets and all modern browsers. No app install needed.