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Social media image sizes 2026: the complete cheat sheet

Each platform crops images differently. Bookmark this table and resize once instead of fixing awkward crops after posting.

The cheat sheet

PlatformImageRecommended size
FacebookFeed post (portrait)1080 × 1350 px
FacebookCover photo851 × 315 px (displayed size; upload larger for sharpness)
InstagramPortrait post / Story & Reel1080 × 1350 / 1080 × 1920 px
LinkedInProfile banner1584 × 396 px
LinkedInShared image post1200 × 627 px or 1080 × 1350 px
X (Twitter)In-feed image1600 × 900 px
X (Twitter)Header1500 × 500 px
YouTubeThumbnail1280 × 720 px (max 2 MB)
YouTubeChannel banner2560 × 1440 px (safe area 1546 × 423 px)
TikTokPhoto post / video cover1080 × 1920 px
PinterestStandard pin1000 × 1500 px (2:3)
Any websiteLink preview (Open Graph)1200 × 630 px

Resize a batch in one go

  1. Open Resize image and add your images.
  2. Choose “Preset” and pick the platform format; presets crop evenly from the centre.
  3. If the subject is off-centre, use Crop image for that photo instead.

Design tips that work everywhere

  • Keep text and faces away from the edges — every platform overlays buttons somewhere.
  • Upload at the recommended size or larger; platforms downscale well but upscale badly.
  • Profile photos are shown as circles almost everywhere: centre the face with space around it.
  • Use a clean background for profile and brand images — try a gradient in Change background.

Frequently asked questions

Why do sizes differ between sources?

Platforms change layouts often and show images differently on phones and desktops. The sizes above are widely recommended upload sizes; always preview before publishing.

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