Will cropping reduce video quality?

No. Cropping selects pixels from the original frame without re-encoding them (when using copy mode). Quality remains identical, but resolution is reduced.

Can I crop multiple sections from one video?

This tool crops the entire video to one region. To create multiple crops, process the video multiple times with different settings.

What if my video is already vertical?

You can still crop it! Useful for removing top/bottom elements or adjusting the framing.

Does it work with all video formats?

Yes - MP4, MOV, WEBM, MKV, and most common formats. Output will be MP4.

Can I add blur to the cropped areas?

This tool does hard cropping (removes pixels). For blur backgrounds, you'd need a different effect tool.

Will it preserve audio?

Yes! Audio is copied unchanged to the output file.

What's the difference between this and the resize tool?

Resize changes dimensions by scaling. Crop selects a region. Use crop when you want to reframe; use resize when you want to fit a specific size.

Yes, completely free with no watermarks.

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Crop Video Online - Resize and Trim Video Dimensions Free

Cropping is one of the most powerful editing techniques. It lets you reframe your shot, remove unwanted elements from the edges, change aspect ratios for different platforms, and focus viewer attention on what matters.

Reelic's Video Cropper gives you pixel-perfect control with visual guides and platform presets. Whether you're converting landscape footage to vertical for TikTok, removing black bars from old videos, or creating a cinematic widescreen look, our tool handles it all locally in your browser.

Unlike simple resize tools that squash or stretch your video, cropping maintains the original quality by selecting a specific region of the frame.

Adjust framing for social media:

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Why Crop Videos?

Platform Optimization: Convert 16:9 landscape to 9:16 vertical for TikTok, Reels, and Shorts.

Remove Distractions: Cut out unwanted elements at the edges - watermarks, logos, or background clutter.

Reframe Composition: Move the subject to a better position in the frame for more dynamic shots.

Create Cinematic Looks: Add widescreen 21:9 letterboxing for a film-like aesthetic.

Aspect Ratio Presets

1:1 (Square): Perfect for Instagram feed posts and profile videos.

9:16 (Vertical): TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and Stories.

16:9 (Widescreen): Standard YouTube, TV, and desktop viewing.

4:5 (Portrait): Instagram feed optimized for mobile scrolling.

21:9 (Cinematic): Ultra-wide for dramatic, movie-style videos.

Custom: Set your own width and height for specific requirements.

How to Crop a Video

Upload Video: Drag your video file into the upload area.
Choose Preset or Custom: Select a platform preset or enter custom dimensions.
Adjust Position: Drag the crop box to frame your shot perfectly.
Preview: See exactly what the cropped result will look like.
Export: Click 'Crop Video' to process and download your reframed clip.

Crop vs. Resize vs. Scale

Crop: Selects a portion of the frame. Maintains quality but reduces dimensions. No distortion.

Resize: Changes dimensions by stretching or squashing. Can distort the image.

Scale: Proportionally shrinks or enlarges the entire frame. Maintains aspect ratio but may reduce quality.

This tool does pure cropping - selecting a region without any stretching or quality loss.

Privacy & Processing

All cropping happens locally in your browser using FFmpeg.wasm. Your videos never leave your device. No uploads, no servers, complete privacy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about this tool.

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