What this tool does
Rotates images 90° clockwise, 90° counter-clockwise, 180°, and flips horizontally or vertically. Runs in the browser.
Image tool
Image Rotate and Flip Tool
Rotate images 90°, 180°, or 270°, or flip horizontally/vertically. Fix sideways photos in one click.
Complete guide
How to use Image Rotate and Flip Tool
Image tools guide for image rotate and flip tool users.
Photos taken on a phone sometimes display sideways or upside down — this is a common issue when EXIF orientation data isn't read correctly. This tool lets you rotate or flip any image to correct orientation or create mirror effects.
How to use it
Upload the image. Click the rotation or flip button. Preview updates instantly. Download the corrected image.
EXIF note
Some images have rotation stored in EXIF metadata instead of the pixel data. This tool rotates the actual pixels — EXIF data is not modified.
Quick checklist
- For sideways photos, try 90° clockwise first.
- Flip horizontal creates a mirror image.
- EXIF rotation tag is not modified — the pixel data is rotated instead.
- Download as PNG for lossless output; JPG for smaller file sizes.
Answers
Image Rotate and Flip Tool FAQs
Why is my photo still sideways after rotating?
If the photo has an EXIF orientation tag, some viewers apply it and ignore pixel orientation. This tool rotates the actual pixels — the result should display correctly in all viewers.
Does rotation reduce quality?
JPG output: slight quality loss due to re-encoding. PNG output: lossless. For zero quality loss, choose PNG output.
Can I rotate by a custom angle (e.g. 15°)?
Not in this tool — it supports 90° increments only. Use the Image Editor for arbitrary angle rotation.
Does this upload my image?
No. Rotation runs on the Canvas API in your browser.