Crop ID Photo Online

Step by Step

How to ID Photo

Upload Your Headshot

Drop a forward-facing headshot onto the page. Most ID programs want a plain white or light-blue background and even lighting on your face.

Choose Your ID Size

Pick a common ID format: 1"×1.25" (school), 1"×1" (work badge), 3.5×4.5cm (international), or a custom size from your institution's spec sheet.

Frame Your Face

Aim for chin-to-crown roughly 70–80% of the photo height. The on-screen guides help you avoid cutting off the top of the head — a common rejection reason.

Download for Print or Upload

Click Download. JPG is universally accepted by HR portals and school systems; PNG is best if you'll embed the photo in a printable ID template.

Core Features

What You Get

Templates for common student, work, and international ID sizes

Output sized to print at ≥300 DPI on standard office laser or inkjet printers

Face-height guides match typical ID-photo rules (head fills ~70–80% of the frame)

JPG, PNG, and WebP exports for both print and HR-portal upload

Runs entirely in your browser — no upload, no signup, no watermark

Free with no daily limit

Use Cases

When to Use This

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Student ID card for high school, university, or online enrollment

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Work badge or staff directory photo for HR systems like Workday or BambooHR

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Gym, club, or library membership card photo

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Hospital records and bank KYC uploads that require a recent headshot

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What are common ID photo sizes?

Sizes vary by country and institution. Common US student/work IDs are 1"×1" (300×300 px) or 1"×1.25" (300×375 px) at 300 DPI. International standards are typically 3.5×4.5cm (413×531 px) or 2"×2" (600×600 px). Always check your school or employer's spec sheet — sizes are not as standardized as passports.

What's the difference between an ID photo and a passport photo?

Passport photos are tightly regulated — exact size, exact head position, glasses rules, neutral expression, narrow background-color range, and 300+ DPI for print. ID photos for school or work are looser: most accept a smile, casual collar, and a wider range of backgrounds, as long as the face is clearly visible.

What background color should I use?

White is the safest universal default. Light blue is common for corporate badges and many Asian school IDs. Plain light grey also works for most HR systems. Avoid busy backgrounds, strong shadows, and any color that matches your clothing — your shoulders should be clearly separated from the background.

Will a 300 DPI ID photo print well on an office laser printer?

Yes — most office laser printers print at 600 DPI native, so a 300 DPI image is well within their capability. For a 1"×1" badge photo, export at 300×300 px; for a 3.5×4.5cm international ID, export at 413×531 px. Use photo paper for the sharpest result, though plain paper is fine for many internal badges.

What size do schools usually require?

In the US, school ID photos are most often 1"×1" or 1"×1.25" at 300 DPI. In the UK, EU, and much of Asia, the 3.5×4.5cm format dominates. Some universities standardize on a square 2"×2" (passport-style). When in doubt, check the registrar or HR email for the exact pixel dimensions they request.