Passport Size Photo Maker
Create passport, visa, or ID photos in seconds. 100% Free.
1. Choose Size
2. Edit Photo
3. Download
Introduction
In today's digital age, applying for official documents like passports, visas, and identification cards has moved online, yet obtaining the perfect photo remains a significant hurdle. The Passport Size Photo Maker by Randomly.online is designed to solve this exact problem. It is a powerful, free, and secure web-based utility that empowers you to create compliant, professional-quality photos from the comfort of your home. Gone are the days of visiting expensive photo studios or hunting for photo booths.
With our tool, you can transform any standard portrait into a biometrically compliant image suitable for official use in countries like the USA, India, the UK, and many others. Our technology runs entirely in your browser, meaning your personal photos are never uploaded to a remote server, ensuring complete privacy and data security. Whether you need a 2x2 inch photo for a US visa or a 35x45 mm photo for a UK passport, our intuitive interface handles the complex dimensions and resolutions for you. By offering real-time cropping, zooming, and color adjustments, we ensure your photo meets strict government requirements for head size and positioning. This tool is perfect for students, travelers, and job seekers who need quick results without the hassle or cost.
How to Use
Creating a perfect passport photo is a seamless process with our intuitive tool, designed to guide you from upload to download in just a few simple steps.
- Step 1: Upload Your Image. Begin by selecting a clear, high-resolution photo of yourself. For the best results, use a photo taken against a plain, light-colored wall with even lighting to avoid shadows. Click the "Upload Image" button or simply drag and drop your file into the designated area.
- Step 2: Select Your Size. Navigate to the "Choose Size" section. We offer pre-configured presets for popular formats, such as the standard USA 2x2 inch visa photo, the UK 35x45 mm passport photo, or the Indian 2x2 inch standard. If you have specific requirements not listed, select "Custom Size" to manually input the width, height, and DPI.
- Step 3: Crop and Adjust. This is the most critical step. Use the pan and zoom controls to position your face within the red crop overlay. Align your eyes and chin according to general guidelines—your face should typically occupy 70-80% of the frame. Use the "Edit Photo" tab to adjust brightness, contrast, or saturation if your photo is too dark or washed out. You can also choose a background color to fill the frame.
- Step 4: Download. Once satisfied, you have two options. Click "Download Single Photo" for a digital copy, or choose "Download Print Sheet" to generate a PDF with multiple copies tiled on a 4x6 or A4 sheet, ready for printing at home or a local store.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The United States Department of State enforces strict requirements for passport and visa photos to ensure biometric accuracy. The photo must be exactly 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm). Within this frame, the head must be centered and sized between 1 inch and 1.4 inches (25 mm and 35 mm) measured from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head. Our "USA (2 x 2 inch)" preset is pre-configured to this specific aspect ratio and resolution (300 DPI). However, it is up to you to use the zoom and pan tools to position your head correctly within the frame. We recommend leaving a comfortable amount of space above the head and ensuring your shoulders are visible.
This tool includes a "Background Color" setting (White, Light Blue, Red), but it works differently from an AI background remover. It fills the canvas behind your image. If your uploaded photo already has a transparent background (PNG), our tool will fill the transparent areas with the color you select. However, if you upload a standard JPEG with a messy background, this tool will not automatically cut out your subject or erase the background. We strongly recommend taking your photo against a plain white or off-white wall to ensure compliance with government regulations without needing advanced editing.
Privacy is our top priority at Randomly.online. This Passport Size Photo Maker functions entirely as a client-side application. This means that all image processing—cropping, resizing, and filtering—happens locally within your web browser on your device. Your photos are never uploaded to, stored on, or processed by our servers or any third party. This ensures 100% data privacy and security. Furthermore, this tool is completely free to use. You can generate unlimited photos and print sheets without any watermarks, subscriptions, or hidden fees, making it a safe and cost-effective alternative to professional studios.