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Photo Collage Maker - Grid & Horizontal

Combine photos into a beautiful collage in seconds. Upload up to 20 images, pick a layout, adjust padding, borders, background, and optional drop shadow.

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Make a Photo Collage

JPG PNG WebP Up to 20 photos
  1. Upload: Drag & drop up to 20 images into the drop zone
  2. Arrange: Select templates or customize grid layout
  3. Style: Adjust spacing, borders, shadows, and background
  4. Download: Export as PNG, JPG, or WebP for sharing
Pro Tip: Use Templates button for Instagram Story (1080x1920) layouts.
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PNG, JPG, WebP · Up to 20 files
Files are processed locally and stored temporarily for 24 hours
Click image to edit • Drag to reposition • Double-click for crop
10px
92%
Templates
Click to set aspect ratio for your collage
Upload images to see suggestions
Based on your 0 images
Styles & Frames
Applies to selected slot. Click a slot to select.
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Copy style from selected slot, then select another slot and paste
Apply filter preset to selected slot
More Settings
Stickers & Emoji
Small 48px Large
Click any sticker to add it to your collage. Drag to reposition, click the X to remove.

Free Online Photo Collage Maker — Grid & Horizontal Layouts

Create stunning photo collages online in seconds with our powerful, browser-based collage maker. Upload up to 20 images, choose from 30+ professional templates, add text overlays, apply artistic filters, and customize every detail. Export as WebP, PNG, or JPG up to 8K resolution—completely free with no watermarks or sign-up required.

New Features Just Added!

Text Overlays

Add custom text with 10+ fonts, colors, shadows, and positioning controls

Social Media Templates

Pre-sized for Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, YouTube & Twitter

Undo & Redo

Full history with Ctrl+Z/Y shortcuts for worry-free editing

Why Snipinsta is the Best Free Collage Maker Online

30+ Pro Templates

Grid, masonry, cinematic, golden ratio & social media layouts

11 Filter Presets

Vintage, sepia, dramatic, film grain, pop colors & more

100% Private

Browser-based processing—your images never leave your device

Up to 8K Export

High-resolution WebP, PNG, or JPG—print-ready quality

How to Make a Photo Collage in 4 Easy Steps

1

Upload Photos

Drag & drop or click to upload up to 20 images (PNG, JPG, WebP)

2

Pick a Layout

Choose from 30+ templates or social media presets

3

Customize & Edit

Add text, filters, adjust spacing, colors & frames

4

Download Free

Export as WebP, PNG, or JPG—no watermark, no sign-up

Social Media Collage Templates & Dimensions

Platform Format Dimensions Aspect Ratio
Instagram Square Post 1080 × 1080 px 1:1
Instagram Portrait / Reels 1080 × 1350 px 4:5
Instagram Story 1080 × 1920 px 9:16
Facebook Cover Photo 820 × 312 px 16:9
Facebook Shared Post 1200 × 628 px 1.91:1
Pinterest Pin 1000 × 1500 px 2:3
YouTube Thumbnail 1280 × 720 px 16:9
Twitter/X Header 1500 × 500 px 3:1

Click any social template in our tool to automatically set the correct dimensions for your platform.

Professional Collage Layout Templates

Grid Layouts (12 templates):

Classic 2×2, 3×2, 3×3, 4×3, 4×4, 5×3, 5×4, 6×4 symmetrical grids perfect for photo galleries and portfolios

Horizontal Strips (4 templates):

2-5 row layouts ideal for timelines, stories, event recaps, and before/after comparisons

Masonry Layouts (6 templates):

Pinterest-style irregular grids with mixed sizes for artistic, dynamic photo arrangements

Cinematic & Golden Ratio (8 templates):

Widescreen 16:9, 21:9 ultra-wide, and golden ratio layouts for professional presentations

Complete Feature List & Customization Options

Image Controls

  • Pan, zoom & crop individually
  • Rotate ±45 degrees
  • Advanced crop editor
  • Swap images instantly

Filters & Effects

  • Brightness & contrast
  • Saturation & grayscale
  • 11 preset filters
  • Batch apply to all

Text Overlays

  • 10+ font families
  • Custom colors & shadows
  • Draggable positioning
  • Background opacity

Frames & Borders

  • 4 frame styles
  • Custom border width
  • Border color picker
  • Corner radius control

Mask Shapes

  • Rectangle
  • Rounded rectangle
  • Circle
  • Hexagon

Backgrounds

  • Solid colors
  • 10 gradient presets
  • Custom padding
  • Drop shadow option

Photo Collage Ideas & Use Cases

Social Media Marketing

Create eye-catching Instagram grids, Facebook album previews, Pinterest pins, and Twitter headers. Perfect for influencers, brands, and content creators.

Special Occasions

Birthday memories, wedding photo compilations, anniversary celebrations, graduation highlights, baby milestones, and holiday greetings.

Business & E-commerce

Product showcases, before/after comparisons, portfolio presentations, real estate listings, restaurant menus, and service demonstrations.

Travel & Adventure

Travel diaries, trip highlights, destination showcases, adventure recaps, and vacation memories to share with friends and family.

Home & Print

Custom wall art, printable photo collages, scrapbook pages, vision boards, mood boards, and personalized gifts.

Education & Events

School projects, yearbook pages, event recaps, conference highlights, team photos, and educational materials.

Snipinsta vs Other Collage Makers

Feature Snipinsta Canva PicCollage Fotor
Free tier (no hidden costs for basic features)
No Watermark
No Sign-up Required
Browser-Based (100% Private)
Up to 8K Resolution Export
Text Overlays
Undo/Redo History

Pro Tips for Creating Stunning Photo Collages

  • Choose Complementary Images: Select photos with similar color palettes or themes for visual cohesion
  • Balance Your Layout: Mix portrait and landscape orientations, alternate busy and simple images
  • Use White Space: Don't overcrowd—use padding for a cleaner, more professional look
  • Apply Consistent Filters: Use batch apply to add the same filter across all images for harmony
  • Add Text Strategically: Place text overlays on less busy areas for better readability
  • Export at High Resolution: Use 1920px+ for printing; WebP for faster web loading

Mastering Photo Collage Design

Understanding Collage Layouts and Composition

Photo collages combine multiple images into a single cohesive composition, telling visual stories that individual photos cannot. Effective collage design balances layout structure, color harmony, and visual hierarchy to guide viewers' attention while maintaining aesthetic appeal. The three primary layout types—grid-based, freestyle, and shape-based—each serve different storytelling purposes and technical requirements.

Grid layouts create organized, professional presentations ideal for product showcases, event summaries, or portfolios. Freestyle collages allow creative overlapping and varied angles, perfect for scrapbooking and artistic projects. Shape-based designs (heart, circle, text) work well for themed content like anniversaries, holidays, or social media campaigns. Understanding these foundations helps you select the right template and customization approach for your specific goals.

Layout Type Best For Photo Count Customization
Grid Collage Product catalogs, before/after comparisons 4-16 images Uniform spacing, equal sizing
Freestyle Mosaic Creative storytelling, scrapbooks 6-20 images Overlapping, rotation, varied sizes
Shape Collage Themed events, social media posts 10-30 images Automatic arrangement within shape
Polaroid Stack Vintage aesthetics, personal memories 3-8 images Frame styles, shadows, rotation
Magazine Layout Editorial content, portfolios 4-12 images Text overlays, asymmetric spacing
Design Best Practices
  • Color Coordination: Select photos with complementary or analogous color schemes for visual harmony
  • Balance Composition: Distribute visual weight evenly—alternate busy and simple images to avoid overwhelming viewers
  • Consistent Editing: Apply uniform filters or adjustments across all photos for cohesive aesthetics
  • Strategic Padding: Use appropriate white space (5-10% of canvas) to prevent cramped appearance
  • High-Resolution Export: Output at 300 DPI minimum for printing, 1920px+ for digital displays
Common Design Mistakes
  • Too Many Photos: Overcrowding reduces individual image impact—limit to 8-12 images for most layouts
  • Mismatched Resolutions: Mixing low and high-res photos creates jarring quality differences
  • Poor Text Contrast: Placing text on busy backgrounds reduces readability—use semi-transparent overlays
  • Ignoring Hierarchy: Make key images 30-40% larger to establish focal points
  • Excessive Filters: Heavy effects on all photos can appear amateurish—apply sparingly
Pro Tip: Printing Your Collages

When creating collages for physical printing, design at the exact print dimensions from the start (e.g., 8×10 inches at 300 DPI = 2400×3000 pixels). Export as PNG or high-quality JPG (95%+) to preserve detail. Leave a 0.25-inch bleed margin on all sides for professional trimming. For large format prints (posters, canvas), increase resolution to 150-200 DPI minimum to prevent pixelation at viewing distances.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — a free tier is available. Some premium features require a subscription; basic collage tools, text overlays, filters, and standard exports are available without charge.

Absolutely. All image processing happens directly in your browser using JavaScript. Your photos are never uploaded to our servers, ensuring complete privacy and security.

You can upload PNG, JPG, JPEG, and WebP images. Export options include WebP (recommended for web), PNG (lossless quality), and JPG (smaller file size).

Yes! Click the "Add Text" button to create customizable text overlays. You can choose from 10+ fonts, set colors, add shadows, adjust opacity, and drag text anywhere on your collage.

You can export collages up to 8192 × 8192 pixels (8K resolution), perfect for large prints and professional use. Adjust the export width in the settings panel.

For printing, export as PNG or high-quality JPG (95%+ compression) at 300 DPI minimum. PNG preserves maximum detail without compression artifacts, ideal for professional printing services. JPG works well for home printing when using quality settings above 90%. For large format prints (posters, canvas), design at 150-200 DPI to balance file size and sharpness at normal viewing distances.

Professional collages balance consistency and hierarchy: (1) Use photos with similar lighting and color tones, (2) Apply uniform filters across all images, (3) Make your main focal image 30-40% larger than supporting photos, (4) Leave adequate white space (5-10% of canvas), (5) Align elements using grid guides, and (6) Limit to 8-12 images maximum to avoid overwhelming viewers. Consistent styling creates polished, cohesive results.

Yes! Use the "Save Project" button to download a .json file containing your entire collage configuration (layout, images, filters, text). Later, click "Load Project" and select this file to restore your work exactly as you left it. This feature is perfect for iterative design, client revisions, or creating template collages you can reuse with different photos. Projects are stored locally in your downloads folder.

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