Add image border
Add a colored frame around an image without cropping its contents.
Maximum 25 MB and 40 megapixels. Each dimension supports up to 16,384 px. Everything is processed in your browser.
Reprocessing can change metadata and color profiles. JPG does not preserve transparency: a white background is used. PNG and WebP support transparency.
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How we handle your data →How to use this tool
- Load the image and choose border width and color.
- Check that the expanded dimensions fit destination limits.
- Export and inspect the image centered inside its outer frame.
An example you can verify
Add an outer frame without cropping the image.
Example input
400 × 200 px image; 16 px border.
Expected result
432 × 232 px canvas with the image centered.
Try these files containing fictitious data:
Download sample · image-400x200.png
The border adds twice its width to each dimension. Check measurements when a publishing size limit applies.
Settings and limits
Choose an image, border width in pixels and a color. The canvas expands outward: a 16 px border adds 32 px to both width and height. Supports a width from 1 to 512 px within the image dimension and megapixel limits.
Frequently asked questions
Is the original image cropped?
No. Its contents and resolution are retained in the center of the frame. Output format can change compression, metadata and transparency.