Is MergeFrame really free?

Yes, MergeFrame offers a free version with PNG + JPG 4000px export, 2 exports per day and 8 grid types. The Pro version ($7/month) unlocks unlimited exports, all import formats and customizable grids.

Are my images uploaded to a server?

No. MergeFrame processes your images exclusively in your browser via the Canvas API. No images are uploaded to a third-party server. MergeFrame cannot see, store or access your images.

What image formats are supported?

MergeFrame supports all common image formats: PNG, JPEG, WebP, SVG, GIF and BMP. Export is in high-resolution PNG at up to 4000px, on the free plan and on paid plans alike.

Can I use MergeFrame on mobile?

Yes, MergeFrame is responsive and works on all modern browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) on desktop, tablet and mobile.

How-to Guide

Free Grid Collage Maker: Create Photo Collages Online

A photo collage doesn't need to be chaotic. A clean grid-based collage (with structured cells, equal spacing, and a cohesive layout) often looks more professional than a freeform arrangement. MergeFrame makes creating one trivially easy.

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Grid collages occupy a sweet spot between rigid photo grids and freeform collages. They have structure (the grid) but creative flexibility (image choice, spacing, background, borders). This makes them ideal for social media posts, event recaps, travel journals, mood boards, and portfolio summaries.

Popular grid collage formats: (1) the classic 2×2: 4 equal images, the most versatile collage format, (2) the story strip of three: 3 images telling a sequence, (3) the gallery 3×3: 9 images for comprehensive visual summaries, (4) the widescreen 2×3: 6 images in a cinematic aspect ratio.

MergeFrame's approach to collages focuses on clean execution: precise cell spacing (pixel-perfect, not eyeballed), consistent cell rendering (every image gets equal treatment), and high-quality PNG output (no compression artifacts on collage seams).

For creative flexibility, vary the spacing: 0px for edge-to-edge collages, 4px for subtle separation, 12px for framed galleries. Add a colored background that complements your photo palette: a light grey for bright photos, a dark charcoal for moody images.

How to Do It: Step by Step

1
Curate your collage photos
2–12 images with a visual theme. Consistent editing for cohesion.
2
Open MergeFrame
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3
Select a grid layout
2×2 classic, Strip of 3 story, 3×3 gallery, 2×3 widescreen.
4
Customize spacing and background
Choose gap size and background color to match your aesthetic.
5
Export your grid collage
High-res PNG. Share on social, print, or add to your portfolio.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between a grid collage and a photo grid?

Same tool, different creative intent. Grid collages emphasize artistic arrangement and mood. Photo grids emphasize information display and comparison.

Can I add borders to collage cells?

Not natively in the current version. Workaround: add borders to individual images before importing into MergeFrame.

Best grid collage size for Instagram?

1080px (format carré) (square) for feed posts. 1080×1920px (format Stories 9:16, nécessite rotation manuelle) (9:16) for Stories. Export at these dimensions directly from MergeFrame.

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Optional: 10 social media grid templates you can import in one click, plus occasional MergeFrame tips. The tool stays 100% free and account-free: it is a bonus.

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