Convert Portrait Photos to Landscape Without Cropping

Transform a vertical photo into a landscape image for presentations, YouTube, screens, and websites. Keep the full portrait visible and use a matching blurred background to complete the wider canvas.

Convert portrait to landscape

Make a portrait photo fit a landscape layout

Portrait photos are taller than a landscape frame. A normal crop removes the top and bottom or cuts into the subject. WideJPG keeps the original image centred, adds a background around it, and lets you export a ready-to-use 16:9 file.

Four simple steps

Upload a portrait photo from your device.
Set the output ratio to 16:9.
Choose a blurred background, black, or white.
Download the result as a Full HD or 4K image.

Useful for mixed photo libraries.
Process several portrait, square, and landscape images together with consistent output dimensions.

Where to use a landscape version

Landscape images work well in slide decks, TV displays, video covers, website banners, digital menus, and YouTube thumbnails. The blurred background provides a more integrated result than plain side bars while keeping the subject and any original text intact.

Frequently asked questions

Can I turn a portrait photo into 16:9?: Yes. Select 16:9 and WideJPG will create a widescreen canvas without cropping the original photo.
Will the result look stretched?: No. The foreground original keeps its proportions. Only the generated background fills the extra space.
Can I add a logo after conversion?: Yes. WideJPG includes logo, text watermark, and full-canvas overlay options.
Is the tool free?: WideJPG is currently available as a public beta.

Convert an image to 16:9 · Add a blurred background to an image