Crop Video for TikTok (9:16 Vertical)
TikTok requires vertical 9:16 video. Reclip's Video Cropper converts any landscape or square footage to TikTok's vertical format in seconds — drag the crop box to frame your subject and download the ready-to-post MP4.
How it works
Upload
Upload your horizontal or square video — MP4, MOV, AVI, or MKV
Select 9:16
Choose the 9:16 vertical preset to match TikTok's format
Frame subject
Drag the 9:16 crop box to keep your subject centered in the frame
Download
Download the vertical MP4 and upload directly to TikTok
Why use it
Landscape footage posted to TikTok gets letterboxed with black bars on the sides, which hurts engagement. Cropping to 9:16 fills the full TikTok screen — giving your content the best chance of performing well in the feed.
Supported formats
Input: MP4, MOV, AVI, MKV. Output: MP4 in 9:16 vertical aspect ratio.
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers to get you started fast.
What aspect ratio does TikTok use?
TikTok uses 9:16 vertical (1080×1920 pixels). Select the 9:16 preset in Reclip's Video Cropper to match this exactly.
Can I crop a 16:9 YouTube video for TikTok?
Yes. Upload the 16:9 video, select the 9:16 preset, and drag the crop box to frame the subject. The output will be TikTok-ready.
Will there be black bars after cropping?
No. Cropping to 9:16 fills the TikTok frame completely — no letterboxing or black bars.
Does it work for Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts too?
Yes. Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts both use 9:16 vertical format — the same crop output works for all three platforms.