Collage Maker

Combine 2–9 photos into a single collage. Choose grid layouts, adjust spacing and borders, pick a background color, drag to reorder. Download as one image.

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JPG PNG WebP 2–9 images, max 50MB each

11 Grid Layouts

Side by side, stacked, 2×2, 3×3, and asymmetric layouts like 1 top + 2 bottom or 2 top + 3 bottom. Fits 2 to 9 photos.

Drag to Reorder

Drag thumbnails to rearrange photos in the collage. Add or remove individual images. The preview updates instantly.

100% Private

Your photos never leave your device. The collage is composited in your browser via the Canvas API. No server upload, no storage, no tracking.

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How it works

How the collage maker works

This collage maker composites multiple images onto a single Canvas element using cover-fit cropping — each photo fills its grid cell completely, cropping from the center to maintain focus on the subject. You can choose from 11 grid layouts ranging from a simple side-by-side pair to a full 3×3 grid of nine images. Spacing (gap between images) and border (outer padding) are independently adjustable. After arranging your collage, resize the result with the Image Resizer or compress it with the Image Compressor.

Drag-and-drop reordering

The thumbnail strip above the preview is fully draggable — grab any photo and drop it onto another position to swap their places in the collage. You can also remove individual images by hovering and clicking the × button, or add more photos with the "Add More" button (up to 9 total). The canvas re-renders instantly after every change. If you need to crop an individual photo before adding it, use the Image Cropper first.

Spacing, borders, and background

The gap slider controls the space between grid cells (0–60 pixels). The border slider adds outer padding around the entire collage. The background color picker fills both the gaps and the border — use white for a clean look, black for a dramatic frame, or any custom color to match your branding. For social media posting, resize the collage to platform-specific dimensions with the Social Media Resizer. To add text or arrows over the collage, use the Image Annotator.

Output sizes and export

The output size selector controls the width of the final canvas — from 1080px (good for Instagram) to 3840px (4K print-ready). Height is calculated automatically based on the grid layout's aspect ratio. The download is a JPEG at 92% quality, which balances file size and visual fidelity. If you need a different format, run the downloaded file through the Format Converter. Explore all 92 image tools.

Collages serve different purposes at different dimensions. Instagram feed posts work best at 1080×1080 (square) or 1080×1350 (portrait 4:5) — the portrait ratio takes up more screen space in the feed, increasing engagement. Facebook cover photos need 820×312 for desktop and 640×360 for mobile, so a collage for a cover should keep important content in the center where both crops overlap. Pinterest pins perform best at 1000×1500 (2:3 ratio), giving tall collages an advantage. Twitter posts display at 1200×675 (16:9). Matching your collage dimensions to the platform before uploading avoids unexpected cropping.

Visual hierarchy matters in multi-image collages. Place your strongest or most important image in the largest cell — layouts with one dominant image and smaller supporting images draw the eye more effectively than equal-sized grids. For before-and-after comparisons, use a simple 2×1 (side-by-side) layout. For product showcases, a 1+3 layout (one large hero, three detail shots) works well. If your images have different color temperatures or exposures, run them through Image Filters to unify the look before combining.

After creating your collage, add a subtle brand watermark with the Image Watermark tool to protect your work when sharing publicly. To verify the output dimensions and quality meet your target platform's requirements, check with the Quality Analyzer. For splitting a single panoramic image into individual tiles instead of combining separate images, the Image Splitter does the reverse operation. Read our collage maker guide for tips, examples, and best practices.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many photos can I use in a collage?

You can use between 2 and 9 photos. The tool offers 11 grid layouts — from a simple two-photo side-by-side to a full 3×3 grid. The layout selector automatically suggests the best fit for your image count, but you can choose any layout manually.

Can I rearrange photos after uploading?

Yes. The thumbnail strip supports drag-and-drop reordering — grab any photo and drop it onto another to swap positions. You can also remove individual photos by hovering and clicking the × button, or add more images with the "Add More" button at any time.

Does this upload my photos to a server?

No. All collage processing happens locally in your browser using the Canvas API. Your photos stay on your device throughout. The final collage is generated client-side and offered for download directly — nothing is sent to any server.

What output sizes are available?

Four output widths: 1080px (good for Instagram and mobile), 1920px (Full HD), 2560px (QHD), and 3840px (4K). The height is calculated automatically based on the grid layout. The download is a JPEG at 92% quality.

How does the cover-fit cropping work?

Each photo is scaled to completely fill its grid cell, cropping from the center if the aspect ratio does not match. This ensures there are no empty bars or letterboxing in any cell. If a specific crop matters, pre-crop the image with the Image Cropper before adding it to the collage.

Can I change the background color and spacing?

Yes. The gap slider adjusts the space between images (0–60 pixels). The border slider adds outer padding around the entire collage. The background color picker lets you set any color for both the gaps and the border — white, black, or any custom color.