Image Border Adder

How to use

1. Upload image — Drop a JPG, PNG, or WebP
2. Pick border width & colour — Adjust thickness, colour, corner radius, and optional drop shadow
3. Download — Save the framed image in one click

What Does Adding a Border Do?

A border wraps a coloured frame around an image. The classic use is the white "polaroid" frame around social-media photos — it separates the photo from the background of the feed and gives a clean, intentional look. Black thin borders work well for portfolios and museum-style presentations. Coloured borders match brand palettes. This tool draws every border type in your browser using the Canvas API; your photo is never uploaded.

Width, Radius, and Shadow

Width is the border thickness in pixels — 10–20 pixels suits social posts, 40+ produces a strong frame for posters. Corner radius rounds the frame's corners; modern "card" looks use 8–24 pixels. Drop shadow adds depth and makes the image feel like it's floating above the page — perfect for blog featured images and product showcases.

Choosing a Border Colour

White is universal and works on any background. Black makes colours pop and feels editorial. Match a colour from your brand palette using the Image Color Picker for a cohesive look across all your visuals.

Privacy

Border rendering runs entirely in your browser. No upload, no tracking, no account. Close the tab and nothing is retained.

Need to crop first? Try the Image Cropper. Need a watermark on top of the bordered image? Use the Image Watermark tool.

Frequently asked questions

What's the border width in?

Pixels. A 20-pixel border on a 1000-pixel photo is exactly 2% of the image width on each side.

Can I make rounded corners?

Yes — increase the corner radius slider. The inner image is clipped to follow the corner curve.

What does the shadow do?

Adds a soft drop shadow behind the bordered image, like a polaroid sitting on a desk. Looks great on social media.

Is the image uploaded?

No. The border is drawn with Canvas in your browser. Your file never leaves your device.

Can I use a coloured border with rounded corners?

Yes — every option combines. White polaroid style, black thin frame, coloured rounded card — all possible.

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