Social Media Image Sizes 2026
The current image dimensions for Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, X, and TikTok — posts, stories, thumbnails, and covers. Tap any linked size to resize your image to it in one step, right in your browser.
| Use | Dimensions | Aspect ratio |
|---|---|---|
| Feed post (portrait) | 1080 × 1350 px | 4:5 |
| Feed post (square) | 1080 × 1080 px | 1:1 |
| Story / Reel | 1080 × 1920 px | 9:16 |
| Use | Dimensions | Aspect ratio |
|---|---|---|
| Shared link / feed | 1200 × 630 px | ~1.91:1 |
| Story | 1080 × 1920 px | 9:16 |
| Page cover photo | 851 × 315 px | ~2.7:1 |
YouTube
| Use | Dimensions | Aspect ratio |
|---|---|---|
| Video thumbnail | 1280 × 720 px | 16:9 |
| Channel banner | 2560 × 1440 px | 16:9 |
| Shorts cover | 1080 × 1920 px | 9:16 |
| Use | Dimensions | Aspect ratio |
|---|---|---|
| Shared link / feed | 1200 × 630 px | ~1.91:1 |
| Personal cover photo | 1584 × 396 px | 4:1 |
| Profile picture | 400 × 400 px | 1:1 |
X (Twitter)
| Use | Dimensions | Aspect ratio |
|---|---|---|
| Header photo | 1500 × 500 px | 3:1 |
| Shared / feed image | 1200 × 630 px | ~1.91:1 |
| Profile picture | 400 × 400 px | 1:1 |
TikTok
| Use | Dimensions | Aspect ratio |
|---|---|---|
| Video / cover | 1080 × 1920 px | 9:16 |
| Profile picture | 200 × 200 px | 1:1 |
Platforms update their recommended sizes regularly — these reflect current 2026 specs. For a size without its own page, use the resize image tool and type the exact dimensions.
Social media image sizes — FAQ
What is the best image size for social media in 2026?
The universal baseline is 1080 pixels wide. For feed posts, 1080 × 1350 (4:5 portrait) now performs best on Instagram and Facebook because portrait images fill more of the mobile screen. All vertical video and stories use 1080 × 1920 (9:16), and shared link images use 1200 × 630.
What size is an Instagram post?
A square Instagram post is 1080 × 1080 (1:1), a portrait post is 1080 × 1350 (4:5), and a story or reel is 1080 × 1920 (9:16). As of 2026 Instagram favors the taller 4:5 portrait format in the feed.
What size is a YouTube thumbnail?
A YouTube thumbnail is 1280 × 720 pixels (16:9), with a 2 MB file-size limit in JPG, PNG, or GIF. The channel banner is larger at 2560 × 1440.
Do social media image sizes change?
Yes, often. Platforms update their recommended sizes and grid layouts regularly — Instagram moved to a taller profile grid and 4:5 feed preference in 2026, for example. The sizes here reflect current 2026 specs, but always confirm against the platform if a size looks off.
What format should I use for social media?
Use JPG for photos and PNG for logos, text, or anything needing transparency. Most platforms also accept WebP in 2026, but JPG remains the safest universal choice. Keep files under each platform's cap — typically a few MB.
Is my image uploaded to a server?
No. The resize tool runs entirely inside your browser. Your image never leaves your device, so nothing is uploaded anywhere.
Other tools
Resize to any size with the resize tool, trim with the crop tool, or hit an exact file size with the compress tool.