Social Media Image Size Guide 2026 - All Platforms
February 10, 2026
11 min read
Snipinsta Team
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Social Media
2026
Using the wrong image size on social media leads to awkward cropping, blurry photos, and lower engagement. This guide covers the exact pixel dimensions for every image type on every major platform - updated for 2026.
Bookmark this page as your reference. Each section includes dimensions, aspect ratios, file size recommendations, and tips for best results. Need to resize? Use Snipinsta's free Image Resizer - enter exact dimensions and download instantly.
Instagram Image Sizes
| Image Type | Size (px) | Aspect Ratio | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Profile Photo | 320 × 320 | 1:1 | Displays at 110×110 on mobile |
| Feed Post (Square) | 1080 × 1080 | 1:1 | Classic Instagram format |
| Feed Post (Portrait) | 1080 × 1350 | 4:5 | ⭐ Maximum feed real estate |
| Feed Post (Landscape) | 1080 × 566 | 1.91:1 | Less common, less engagement |
| Story / Reel | 1080 × 1920 | 9:16 | Full-screen vertical |
| Carousel | 1080 × 1080 or 1080 × 1350 | 1:1 or 4:5 | All slides must match ratio |
| Reel Cover | 1080 × 1920 | 9:16 | Cropped to 1:1 on profile grid |
Pro tip: Upload at 1080×1350 (4:5) for feed posts - it takes up 20% more screen space than square, boosting visibility. Use Snipinsta's cropper to fit your images to 4:5.
Facebook Image Sizes
| Image Type | Size (px) | Aspect Ratio | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Profile Photo | 170 × 170 | 1:1 | Displays in circle, 176×176 desktop |
| Cover Photo | 820 × 312 | ~2.63:1 | Mobile crops to 640×360 |
| Feed Post | 1200 × 630 | 1.91:1 | Recommended by Facebook |
| Feed Post (Square) | 1080 × 1080 | 1:1 | Works well in feed |
| Story | 1080 × 1920 | 9:16 | Full-screen vertical |
| Event Cover | 1200 × 628 | ~1.91:1 | |
| Group Cover | 1640 × 856 | ~1.91:1 | |
| Link Preview (OG) | 1200 × 630 | 1.91:1 | Used for shared links |
Pro tip: For cover photos that look great on both desktop and mobile, use 820×462px and keep key content centered - edges get cropped differently per device.
Twitter / X Image Sizes
| Image Type | Size (px) | Aspect Ratio | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Profile Photo | 400 × 400 | 1:1 | Displays in circle |
| Header/Banner | 1500 × 500 | 3:1 | |
| In-stream Photo | 1600 × 900 | 16:9 | ⭐ Recommended for tweets |
| Card Image | 800 × 418 | 1.91:1 | For link previews |
| GIF | Up to 15MB | Any | Max 1280×1080 recommended |
LinkedIn Image Sizes
| Image Type | Size (px) | Aspect Ratio | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Profile Photo | 400 × 400 | 1:1 | Displays at 200×200 |
| Background/Banner | 1584 × 396 | 4:1 | |
| Feed Post | 1200 × 627 | 1.91:1 | Desktop display |
| Feed Post (Square) | 1080 × 1080 | 1:1 | Popular for carousels |
| Company Logo | 300 × 300 | 1:1 | |
| Company Cover | 1128 × 191 | ~5.9:1 | |
| Article Cover | 1200 × 644 | 1.86:1 | For LinkedIn articles |
TikTok Image Sizes
| Image Type | Size (px) | Aspect Ratio | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Profile Photo | 200 × 200 | 1:1 | Minimum recommended |
| Video/Photo Post | 1080 × 1920 | 9:16 | Full-screen vertical |
| Photo Carousel | 1080 × 1920 | 9:16 | Up to 35 photos |
Pinterest Image Sizes
| Image Type | Size (px) | Aspect Ratio | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Pin | 1000 × 1500 | 2:3 | ⭐ Best performing ratio |
| Long Pin | 1000 × 2100 | ~1:2.1 | Infographics, step-by-steps |
| Square Pin | 1000 × 1000 | 1:1 | Less common but supported |
| Profile Photo | 165 × 165 | 1:1 | |
| Board Cover | 222 × 150 | ~1.5:1 | |
| Idea Pin | 1080 × 1920 | 9:16 | Full-screen vertical |
Pro tip: Pinterest prefers tall images. The 2:3 ratio (1000×1500) consistently outperforms other sizes in the feed. Avoid "giraffe pins" (overly tall) - Pinterest may truncate them.
YouTube Image Sizes
| Image Type | Size (px) | Aspect Ratio | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Profile | 800 × 800 | 1:1 | Displays at 98×98 |
| Channel Banner | 2560 × 1440 | 16:9 | Safe area: 1546×423 (center) |
| Video Thumbnail | 1280 × 720 | 16:9 | ⭐ Max 2MB, JPG/PNG/GIF |
| Community Post | 1200 × 675 | 16:9 |
Threads Image Sizes
| Image Type | Size (px) | Aspect Ratio | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Profile Photo | 320 × 320 | 1:1 | Shared with Instagram |
| Feed Post | 1080 × 1350 | 4:5 | Recommended for max space |
| Feed Post (Square) | 1080 × 1080 | 1:1 | |
| Carousel | 1080 × 1350 | 4:5 | Up to 10 images |
Universal Image Tips for Social Media
- Always upload at exact dimensions - Platforms re-compress everything. Starting at the right size minimizes quality loss.
- Use PNG for graphics, JPG for photos - PNG preserves text/logos without artifacts. JPG at 85-90% quality is best for photographs.
- Compress before uploading - Pre-optimize with Snipinsta's compressor so the platform's compression does less damage.
- Keep text minimal and large - Most users view on mobile. Text should be readable at 50% zoom.
- Center important content - Cover photos, banners, and thumbnails all get cropped differently on desktop vs mobile. Keep key elements centered.
- Test on both desktop and mobile - Images can look dramatically different between devices. Always check both views.
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1080×1350 Instagram
1200×630 Facebook
1600×900 Twitter/X
1280×720 YouTube
1000×1500 Pinterest
Frequently Asked Questions
Feed posts: 1080×1350px (4:5 portrait) for maximum screen real estate. Stories and Reels: 1080×1920px (9:16). Profile photo: 320×320px. Square: 1080×1080px.
1280×720px at 16:9 aspect ratio. Minimum width of 640px. File size under 2MB. Use JPG, PNG, or GIF format.
Desktop: 820×312px. Mobile: 640×360px. For best results across both, create at 820×462px and center your key content.
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Yes, all platforms re-compress uploads. To minimize quality loss: upload at the exact recommended dimensions, use PNG for graphics with text/logos and JPG for photos, and pre-compress with Snipinsta's Image Compressor.
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