How do I post a photo to Instagram without it being cropped?

Choose Pad to square. The border is added to the short sides so the entire photo stays visible.

Is the original image compressed?

It is not scaled down — the canvas is simply extended. JPG is re-encoded at high quality.

Are my files or data uploaded?

No. Everything runs locally in your browser with no network upload, and is discarded when you close the page.

Do I need to sign up or pay?

No. The site is completely free, needs no account and has no usage limits.

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🖼️Add Border to Image Online - White Border & Square Padding

Add a white or any-colour border around your images. Choose an even border, pad to a square so Instagram and other feeds will not crop your photo, or a Polaroid-style frame with a deeper bottom edge. Width is set as a share of the long side so a set of photos keeps matching proportions. Everything runs locally and images are never uploaded.

Free · No sign-up · Runs in your browserLast updated: 2026-10-26

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How to use Add Border to Image

1Drop in one or more images
2Choose the border style, width and colour
3Click Add border and download

FAQ

How do I post a photo to Instagram without it being cropped?: Choose Pad to square. The border is added to the short sides so the entire photo stays visible.
Is the original image compressed?: It is not scaled down — the canvas is simply extended. JPG is re-encoded at high quality.
Are my files or data uploaded?: No. Everything runs locally in your browser with no network upload, and is discarded when you close the page.
Do I need to sign up or pay?: No. The site is completely free, needs no account and has no usage limits.