Updated for Instagram's New 3:4 Portrait Grid

Instagram Grid Splitter

Split any image into a perfect Instagram grid. Pan, zoom, preview on a profile mockup, and download all tiles in one ZIP — ready to upload.

100% Free No Signup Runs in Browser 1080x1350 Output

Drop your image here or click to upload

Supports JPG and PNG. For best results with 3 x 3, upload at least 3240x4050px.

Features

The Best Instagram Grid Splitter

The only grid splitter updated for Instagram's 2025 portrait grid format with interactive positioning and profile preview.

3:4 Portrait Tiles

Updated for Instagram's new vertical grid. Each tile exports at 1080x1350px for crisp display.

Profile Mockup Preview

See exactly how your grid will look on an Instagram profile before you download.

Interactive Pan & Zoom

Drag and scroll to position your image perfectly within the grid — no pre-cropping needed.

One-Click ZIP Download

All tiles packaged in a ZIP, named in upload order with an instruction guide included.

Flexible Grid Sizes

Choose 3x1 (3 tiles), 3x2 (6 tiles), or 3x3 (9 tiles) depending on your design.

Pixel-Perfect Slicing

Canvas-based slicing ensures each tile is exactly 1080x1350 with no quality loss.

100% Private & Free

Everything runs in your browser. No images are uploaded to any server. No account needed.

Smart Upload Numbering

Tiles named Grid-1 to Grid-9 in the exact order you need to upload them to Instagram.

How to Split an Image for Instagram

Create a stunning Instagram grid in 4 simple steps.

Choose Grid Size

Select 3x1, 3x2, or 3x3 depending on how many rows you want your grid to span.

Upload Your Image

Drop or browse for your image. We recommend at least 3240x4050px for a 3x3 grid.

Position & Preview

Drag to pan and scroll to zoom. See the grid lines and upload numbers overlaid on your image.

Split & Download

Click "Split & Download ZIP" to get all tiles in one file, ready to upload to Instagram.

Upload Guide

How to Upload Grid Tiles to Instagram

The upload order is critical. Each tile is numbered so you upload them in the right sequence.

Unzip the Downloaded File

You'll find Grid-1.jpg through Grid-9.jpg plus an upload guide with the exact posting order.

Upload Starting from Grid-1

Grid-1 is the bottom-right tile. Upload in order: 1, 2, 3… up to Grid-9. Each post shifts the grid into place.

Use the 3:4 Crop in Instagram

Since tiles are already 1080x1350 (3:4), Instagram should display them correctly. If it crops to square, select the portrait crop option.

Don't Post Until the Grid is Complete

Every new post shifts the grid, so upload all tiles without interruption. Use a scheduling tool to queue them in the right order.

The Art of the Instagram Grid Puzzle

Instagram grid puzzles — where a single large image is split across multiple posts — have become a powerful visual strategy for brands, photographers, and content creators. When someone visits your profile and sees a cohesive grid, it immediately communicates professionalism and attention to detail.

When to Use a Grid Layout

Product launches: Build anticipation by posting grid tiles over several days, revealing the full image on launch day.
Brand storytelling: Use a 3x3 grid as a visual centerpiece on your profile that captures your brand identity.
Portfolio showcases: Photographers and designers can display a hero image at maximum impact.
Event announcements: Concert posters, conference visuals, or seasonal campaigns look stunning as a grid.

Instagram's 2025 Grid Update: What Changed

In January 2025, Instagram changed the profile grid from square (1:1) thumbnails to 3:4 portrait thumbnails. This means grid splitter tools that still export 1080x1080 squares will produce tiles that get cropped on the profile view. Our splitter outputs the correct 1080x1350 tiles so every pixel is visible on the grid.

Avoiding "Grid Ruining"

The biggest risk with grid posts is grid ruining — when you post unrelated content between grid tiles, shifting them out of alignment. Plan your grid carefully:

Upload all tiles in one session without posting anything else in between.
If you need to post other content, finish the grid first.
Use a scheduling tool like SocialCal to queue the tiles in reverse order and publish them automatically.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, 100% free with no watermark and no signup required. Everything runs in your browser — your images are never uploaded to our servers.

Each tile is 1080x1350 pixels (3:4 portrait aspect ratio), which matches Instagram's current profile grid format as of 2025.

Instagram changed the profile grid from 1:1 square to 3:4 portrait in January 2025. Tiles that are 1080x1080 will get cropped on the grid view, so 1080x1350 is now the correct format.

Upload starting from Grid-1 (bottom-right tile) through to the last grid tile (top-left). The ZIP file includes a text guide with the exact order.

For a 3x3 grid, we recommend at least 3240x4050 pixels. For 3x2, at least 3240x2700px. For 3x1, at least 3240x1350px. The tool shows a quality indicator when you upload.

Yes! The tool works on mobile browsers. Use your finger to drag and pinch to zoom when positioning the image.

Yes. The pan & zoom editor lets you position any aspect ratio within the grid. For landscape photos on a 3x3 grid, you can zoom in to fill the vertical space.

Each grid tile is a regular post, so it shifts your existing grid. Plan accordingly — upload all tiles without posting anything else in between. Consider using a Visual Grid Planner to preview how it will look alongside your existing posts.