Free Photo Collage Maker - Multi Image Layout Tool

Create photo collages free online. Combine up to 9 photos with 6 layouts: 2×2/3×3 grids, horizontal/vertical strips, 1+2 or 2+1 asymmetric. Adjustable gap 0-30px, padding 0-50px, background colors. Export 800×800px PNG. No registration required. The collage maker transforms multiple photos into cohesive layouts perfect for social media, prints, and memories. Whether creating Instagram grids, photo albums, or wall displays, the tool offers flexible layouts with customizable spacing. Canvas API draws images with center-crop algorithm for fills. The user-friendly interface includes live previews, easy photo management, and instant PNG export. Unlike mobile apps with watermarks, our tool creates professional collages completely free.

What is the Photo Collage Maker - Multi Image Layout?

Collage maker combines multiple photos into single layout. Canvas API draws images in grid configuration. Auto-calculates cell sizes from gap/padding. Auto-crops photos via center-crop algorithm. Creates Instagram-ready square outputs.

Key features

  • 6 layout templates
  • Up to 9 photos
  • Gap 0-30px
  • Padding 0-50px
  • 5 background colors
  • Auto center-crop
  • 800×800px export
  • 100% free
  • No signup

How it works

Process: (1) Calculate canvas size. (2) Draw background color. (3) For each photo slot, calculate cell dimensions. (4) Calculate aspect ratio match. (5) Draw center-cropped portion of photo. (6) Export PNG.

Why use this tool

Professional collage apps require subscriptions. Our tool creates instant layouts with simple controls. No uploads, instant results.

Common use cases

  • Social media posts
  • Instagram grids
  • Photo albums
  • Wall decor
  • Gift prints
  • Memory boards

How to use this tool

  1. Upload Multiple Photos — Upload up to 9 photos for collage. Drag and drop or select multiple files. Unsupported file types will be filtered automatically. Remove unwanted photos with trash icon.
  2. Choose Layout — Select from 6 layouts: 2×2 Grid (4 photos), 3×3 Grid (9 photos), Horizontal Strip (side by side), Vertical Strip (stacked), 1 Top + 2 Bottom (hero + pairs), 2 Left + 1 Right (pairs + hero).
  3. Adjust Gap — Set space between photos 0-30px. 0px creates seamless look. 10-15px is balanced. 25-30px creates pronounced separation.
  4. Adjust Padding — Set outer border 0-50px. 0px edge-to-edge. 20-30px standard. 40-50px creates framed look.
  5. Set Background — Choose from white, black, gray, light red, or light blue backgrounds. Affects visible when padding creates space.
  6. Download — Export as 800×800px PNG. Perfect for Instagram, social media, prints, photo albums, and wall decor.

Who should use this

Photographers, social media managers, families making memories, anyone combining photos aesthetically.

How to get started

Upload 4 photos, select 2×2 Grid, download PNG for Instagram post.

Best practices

  • 2×2 for 4 photos
  • Match orientations
  • 10-15px gap
  • Center-crop aware

Pro tips

  • 2×2 grid for 4 photos
  • 3×3 grid for Instagram carousel
  • Horizontal for panoramas
  • Vertical for stories
  • Match photo orientations
  • Similar brightness looks best
  • Add more photos anytime
  • Remove by clicking trash

Limitations to be aware of

  • 800×800px output only
  • Fixed layouts
  • No reposition crop
  • No rotation per photo

Frequently asked questions

What is the collage maker?
Creates combined photo layouts from multiple images. Supports 2×2, 3×3 grids; horizontal/vertical strips; plus 1+2 and 2+1 asymmetric layouts. Auto-crops photos to fill cells using center crop. Canvas API for pixel-perfect rendering.
How many photos can I add?
Maximum 9 photos for 3×3 grid. Other layouts: 2×2 takes 4, horizontal/vertical up to 9, 1+2 and 2+1 take exactly 3. Extra photos beyond layout capacity are ignored.
Can I rearrange photos?
Currently reorder by removing and re-uploading in desired order. Drag-drop reorder not implemented. Remove with trash icon on thumbnail, re-upload new order.
Is collage free?
Completely free unlimited. No registration, watermarks, limits. Create unlimited collages. Browser processing. Photos private. Commercial use allowed.
What size is exported?
Fixed 800×800px PNG regardless of source resolution. For higher resolution, use Image Combiner or Merge Images tools. Quality suitable for web, Instagram, prints up to 8×8 inches.
Why are photos cropping?
Layout cells have fixed aspect ratios. Photos auto-cropped to fill. Uses center crop (shows middle of photo). Can't change crop position currently. Upload photos that match your layout orientation.

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