Photo basics
- Use even light on the face
- Avoid shadows on the wall
- Do not brighten or retouch the image after taking it
Lighting checklist
Passport photo shadow check
Shadows on the face or background are a common rejection risk. This cropper does not fix shadows; it helps after you retake a cleaner photo.
Lighting checklist
No AI cleanup
Manual 2 x 2 crop
What to check
Requirements before you export
How it works
- Retake the photo in softer, even light.
- Upload the clean original.
- Crop and export the photo pack.
What you get
- Digital square JPG
- 4 x 6 print sheet
- Browser-local crop workflow
Official references
Use current agency rules
Questions
Fast answers
Can this tool remove passport photo shadows?
No. It does not retouch or replace backgrounds. Retake the photo with better lighting.
What lighting works best?
Use even light from the front and avoid strong side light or overhead shadows.
Why not fix shadows digitally?
Government guidance warns against digital changes, so this tool stays focused on crop and export.