Vertical to Horizontal Image Converter

Convert portrait photos to landscape format quickly and easily.

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Vertical to Horizontal 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 Vertical to Horizontal Image Converter

This tool is designed to solve the common frustration of having a vertical (portrait) photo that needs to fit into a horizontal (landscape) space. Whether you are creating a YouTube thumbnail, a hero image for a website, or a desktop wallpaper, vertical images taken on smartphones often don't fit the required aspect ratio.

Our converter gives you two easy ways to fix this. You can crop your image to select a landscape slice, or you can fit the entire vertical image into a landscape frame. When using the "Fit" mode, the tool fills the empty space on the sides with a stylish blurred version of your image (often called a "pillarbox" blur effect), which keeps the focus on your photo while removing the distraction of black bars.

We built this tool with privacy in mind. All image processing—resizing, cropping, and blurring—happens locally in your browser. Your personal photos are never uploaded to our servers, ensuring complete privacy.

How to Use the Tool

  • Upload a vertical image by clicking "Browse" or dropping it onto the page.
  • Select a horizontal "Aspect Ratio" like 16:9 (standard widescreen) or 4:3.
  • Choose a "Fill Mode":
    • Crop: Use the resize handles to cut out a horizontal section of your photo.
    • Fit with Background: Places your full vertical image in the center of a horizontal frame.
  • If using "Fit" mode, adjust the background settings. You can use the popular "Blurred Background" effect or pick a solid color.
  • Preview your new landscape image in the "Result" panel.
  • Select your preferred format (PNG, JPEG, WEBP) and click "Download Image".

Frequently Asked Questions

What is "pillarboxing"?

Pillarboxing is the effect of adding vertical bars to the left and right of an image or video to fit it into a wider aspect ratio. While these bars are traditionally black, modern designs often use a blurred copy of the original image to create a more seamless and aesthetically pleasing look.

Which aspect ratio should I choose?

It depends on where you are using the image. 16:9 is standard for YouTube thumbnails, presentations, and most screens. 4:3 is common for traditional photography and some social media feeds. 3:2 is the standard ratio for DSLR cameras.

Can I convert horizontal images to horizontal images?

Yes! While the tool is optimized for vertical-to-horizontal conversion, you can also use it to change the aspect ratio of an existing horizontal image (e.g., cropping a 4:3 photo to 16:9).

Is my data secure?

Yes. The tool runs entirely on the client-side (in your browser). We do not store, view, or upload your images to any backend server.

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