Free Photo Editor

About this free online photo editor

This free online photo editor is a simple tool for the everyday jobs most people need: brighten a dull picture, crop it to the right shape, add a filter, write a caption, and save it again. It runs right here on the page, so there is nothing to download and no account to create.

Because the editing happens inside your browser, your picture is not uploaded anywhere. That makes it quick, and it keeps personal photos private. It works on phones, tablets, laptops and desktop computers.

You might also know this kind of tool as online image editor, photo filter tool, image cropper, picture resizer or photo enhancer. It is meant to be easy for beginners, with enough control that you can get a polished result.

It is not a replacement for a full desktop program with layers and RAW files, and it does not use artificial intelligence. It focuses on being fast, clear and dependable for common edits.

What you can do with this free online photo editor

How to use the free online photo editor

1. Open your photo

   Press Choose photo, or just drag a picture onto the editor. You can also paste an image from your clipboard. JPG, PNG, WebP and GIF files all work.

2. Fix the basics first

   In the Adjust tab, try Auto enhance, then fine-tune brightness, contrast, exposure and saturation with the sliders. Double-click any slider to put it back to zero.

3. Pick a look

   Open Filters and tap a style. The small previews are made from your own photo. Use the Intensity slider if a filter feels too strong.

4. Crop and straighten up

   Use Crop for a ratio like 1:1, 4:5 or 16:9, or drag your own box. In Rotate you can turn or flip the picture, resize it, or add a border.

5. Add a note, a drawing or a privacy blur

   Draw lets you sketch, highlight, add shapes, or pixelate a face or a number plate. Text lets you place a caption and drag it exactly where you want it.

6. Download your picture

   Open Export, choose PNG, JPEG or WebP, pick a size, and press Download. Choose a smaller size or lower quality if you need a lighter file.

Where this photo editor comes in handy

Simple tips for better-looking photos

• Start with Auto enhance, then make small changes. Small adjustments nearly always look better than big ones.
• If skin tones look too orange or too pale, nudge Warmth and Tint a little instead of adding more saturation.
• Crop last unless you already know the shape you need. It is easier to judge brightness on the full picture.
• Use the Compare button now and then. After a few minutes of editing your eyes get used to the changes.
• Save photographs as JPEG or WebP and graphics or screenshots as PNG. This usually gives the best balance of quality and file size.
• Always download before you close the page. Nothing is stored, which is great for privacy but means unsaved work cannot be recovered.

Frequently asked questions

Your privacy

Your pictures are processed on your own device. They are not uploaded, stored or shared by this tool. To learn how this website handles other information, read the privacy policy.