Question 1

Is this ID photo tool free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. It is completely free with no sign-up, no watermark, and no limits on the number of photos you make. You can prepare as many ID photos as you need for different purposes without paying anything.

Question 2

Are my photos uploaded to a server?

Accepted Answer

No. All cropping and encoding happen locally in your browser. Your portrait never leaves your device, so it is safe to use for sensitive documents like passport and visa applications.

Question 3

Which ID photo sizes are supported?

Accepted Answer

Common sizes including 1-inch (25×35mm), 2-inch (35×49mm), small 1-inch (22×32mm), small 2-inch (35×45mm), passport (33×48mm), and visa (50×70mm). Each locks the crop to the correct aspect ratio so the print matches the standard.

Question 4

What DPI should I use?

Accepted Answer

300 DPI is the standard for printing ID photos and works for almost all official submissions. Use 600 DPI for high-resolution prints or when an agency asks for it, and 150 DPI only for digital use such as online forms where print quality is not required.

Question 5

Does this tool remove or change the background?

Accepted Answer

No. This tool only crops to the standard size and adds composition guides. It does not remove or replace backgrounds. If you need a blue or white background, photograph yourself against one before uploading, or use a dedicated background-removal tool first.

Question 6

What are the yellow guide lines for?

Accepted Answer

They mark suggested head-top, eye, and chin positions to help you frame the portrait according to common ID photo standards. Aligning your face with these guides helps ensure the result is accepted when printed and submitted.

Question 7

How do I print the result?

Accepted Answer

Download the image and print it at the physical size shown (e.g. 25×35mm) at the DPI you selected. Most print shops can do this from the downloaded file, or you can print at home on photo paper and cut to size.

Question 8

What output format should I choose?

Accepted Answer

JPEG is the most widely accepted for ID photo submissions and works everywhere. PNG is lossless if you need maximum quality, while WebP produces a smaller file for digital use. Avoid AVIF for official submissions as some systems do not accept it.

Question 9

Can I use a photo taken with my phone?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Phone portraits work well. For best results, use a front-facing photo with even lighting, a neutral expression, and a plain background, then crop with the guide lines so the head and eyes sit correctly within the frame.

Question 10

Why does the crop box keep its shape?

Accepted Answer

ID photos require a strict aspect ratio, so the crop box is locked to the selected size. Drag the corners to resize while the ratio stays fixed - this guarantees the printed photo matches the standard dimensions exactly.

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