1. Take a clear original
Use even lighting and enough space around the head and shoulders.
2. Upload the photo
Choose the original JPG, PNG or WebP.
3. Crop to 1:1
Move and zoom the image inside the square frame.
4. Export 600 x 600
For a 300 DPI 2 x 2 inch print, 600 x 600 pixels is the simple target.
5. Print at actual size
Make the 4 x 6 sheet and prevent rescaling.
Common mistakes and the correct fix
| Mistake | Why it causes trouble | Better approach |
|---|---|---|
| Stretching a rectangular photo into a square | It changes facial proportions. | Crop a square region first, then resize that square. |
| Zooming too far into a small original | The crop may contain fewer than 600 source pixels and require upscaling. | Reduce zoom or start from a larger original. |
| Using fit-to-page when printing | The printer may change the physical size. | Use the 4 x 6 sheet and disable scaling or automatic cropping. |
| Replacing an official-photo background with AI | Some identity-photo workflows require an original, unaltered image. | Retake the photo against the required background. |
Use the receiving authority as the final source
Document-photo rules can change. Use this site to prepare dimensions and catch common image problems, then verify the latest requirements on the official website for the document you are submitting.
Download details
The photo maker exports a 600 x 600 JPEG with 300 PPI metadata. For printing, it can also create a 1200 x 1800 4 x 6 sheet.