Horizontal to Vertical Image Converter

Change landscape photos to portrait format online.

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Horizontal to Vertical Image Converter
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Input & Options

Browse for a file or drag & drop an image here.

Aspect Ratio

Fill Mode

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About the Horizontal to Vertical Image Converter

We created this tool to solve a common problem: fitting a wide, horizontal (landscape) photo into a tall, vertical (portrait) frame for things like social media stories, mobile wallpapers, or Instagram posts. Our converter gives you two professional ways to do this, so you can create the perfect vertical image every time.

You can either use the interactive cropper to select the most important part of your photo, or you can choose to fit your entire photo into the frame and fill the extra space with a stylish blurred background or a solid color. All the processing happens in your browser, so your images are never uploaded to our servers.

How to Use the Tool

  • Upload an image using the file browser or by dragging and dropping it.
  • Choose a vertical "Aspect Ratio" for your final image, like 9:16 for stories.
  • Select a "Fill Mode":
    • Crop: Drag and resize the box on your image to select the perfect vertical slice.
    • Fit with Background: Your whole image will be scaled down to fit, and you can choose a background style.
  • If using "Fit" mode, you can select a solid background color or toggle on the "Use Blurred Background" option.
  • The "Result" panel shows you a live preview of your final image.
  • When you're happy, choose a format and click "Download Image".

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between "Crop" and "Fit with Background"?

"Crop" will cut out a vertical section of your original image, filling the entire new frame but losing some of the original picture. "Fit with Background" will shrink your original image to fit inside the vertical frame without cutting anything, and then fill the empty space at the top and bottom with either a blurred version of your photo or a solid color.

What is an aspect ratio?

An aspect ratio describes the proportional relationship between the width and height of an image. A horizontal photo might have a 16:9 ratio, while a vertical Instagram Story has a 9:16 ratio. This tool helps you convert from one to the other.

How does the blurred background work?

This popular effect is created by taking your original image, scaling it up to fill the entire vertical background, and applying a heavy blur. Your original, sharp image is then placed on top in the center. It's a great way to make your subject stand out while keeping the original context and color palette of the photo.

Are my uploaded images kept private?

Yes, absolutely. The entire process of converting your image happens in your web browser. Your files are never sent to or stored on our servers. Your data remains completely private and secure on your own computer.

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