# Free Social Media Image Sizes Guide 2026

**Source:** https://posteverywhere.ai/tools/social-media-image-sizes

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# Social Media Image Sizes — Every Dimension for 2026

Stop guessing dimensions. Find the exact image and video sizes for Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube, Threads, and Pinterest — all in one place.

Updated for 2026. Click any dimension to copy it to your clipboard.

InstagramFacebookX / TwitterLinkedInTikTokYouTubeThreadsPinterest

## Instagram Image & Video Sizes

### Feed Post (Square)

Copy1080 × 1080 pxAspect Ratio1:1Max File Size30 MBFormatsJPG, PNG

### Feed Post (Portrait)

Copy1080 × 1350 pxAspect Ratio4:5Max File Size30 MBFormatsJPG, PNG

### Feed Post (Landscape)

Copy1080 × 566 pxAspect Ratio1.91:1Max File Size30 MBFormatsJPG, PNG

### Story / Reel

Copy1080 × 1920 pxAspect Ratio9:16Max File Size30 MBFormatsJPG, PNG, MP4

### Profile Picture

Copy320 × 320 pxAspect Ratio1:1Max File Size30 MBFormatsJPG, PNG

### Carousel

Copy1080 × 1080 pxAspect Ratio1:1Max File Size30 MBFormatsJPG, PNG

## Quick Reference: Most-Used Sizes Across All Platforms

PlatformFeed PostStory / VerticalProfile PictureInstagram1080 × 10801080 × 1920320 × 320Facebook1200 × 6301080 × 1920176 × 176X / Twitter1600 × 900--400 × 400LinkedIn1200 × 1200--400 × 400TikTok--1080 × 1920200 × 200YouTube1280 × 7201080 × 1920800 × 800Threads1080 × 1080--320 × 320Pinterest1000 × 15001080 × 1920165 × 165

## Why Image Sizes Matter for Social Media

Every social media platform has an algorithm that evaluates content quality before deciding how widely to distribute it. Image dimensions are a core quality signal. When you upload an image that does not match the platform's recommended size, one of two things happens: the platform either crops it — cutting off important visual information — or adds letterboxing (black bars), which makes your post look unprofessional in the feed.

Both outcomes reduce engagement. Research consistently shows that posts with properly sized, high-resolution images earn more likes, comments, shares, and saves. On Instagram, for example, portrait-format posts (1080 × 1350 px at 4:5) take up more vertical screen space in the feed, which increases the time users spend looking at your content and boosts the algorithm's ranking of your post.

Getting dimensions right is especially important for cover photos, banners, and profile pictures, because these are the first things visitors see when they land on your profile. A blurry or improperly cropped [Facebook cover photo](https://posteverywhere.ai/facebook-scheduler) or [LinkedIn banner](https://posteverywhere.ai/linkedin-scheduler) can undermine trust before a potential follower even reads your bio.

If you manage multiple accounts or post across several platforms at once, the challenge compounds. A single image rarely works everywhere without resizing. That is why tools like [cross-posting](https://posteverywhere.ai/cross-posting) and [AI-powered image generation](https://posteverywhere.ai/ai-image-generator) exist — they help you produce platform-optimised visuals without spending hours in a design editor.

## Quick Tips for Every Platform

**Instagram:** Use 4:5 portrait ratio (1080 × 1350 px) for feed posts to maximize screen real estate. For Reels and Stories, always use 9:16 (1080 × 1920 px). Keep text and key elements away from the top and bottom 250 pixels of Stories to avoid overlap with UI elements. Schedule your posts for optimal times using an [Instagram scheduler](https://posteverywhere.ai/instagram-scheduler).

**Facebook:** Feed images at 1200 × 630 px display best in the News Feed. Cover photos render differently on desktop and mobile, so keep critical text and logos within the centre safe zone. Use PNG for graphics with text and JPG for photographs. Pair your visuals with a solid [social media scheduling strategy](https://posteverywhere.ai/social-media-scheduler).

**X / Twitter:** Use 16:9 (1600 × 900 px) images for maximum impact in the timeline. Tweets with images get 150% more retweets than text-only tweets. Header banners at 1500 × 500 px are the first thing profile visitors see. Plan your [X posting schedule](https://posteverywhere.ai/x-scheduler) to ensure consistent visual branding.

**LinkedIn:** Square images (1200 × 1200 px) perform well for feed posts, while landscape images (1200 × 628 px) work better for article shares and link posts. Your banner at 1584 × 396 px is prime real estate — use it to communicate your value proposition. A dedicated [LinkedIn scheduler](https://posteverywhere.ai/linkedin-scheduler) helps you maintain a professional posting cadence.

**TikTok:** Everything is 9:16 vertical video at 1080 × 1920 px. Keep important elements centred and avoid the edges where UI overlays appear. Thumbnails use the same 9:16 dimensions. Use a [TikTok scheduler](https://posteverywhere.ai/tiktok-scheduler) to batch your content.

**YouTube:** Thumbnails (1280 × 720 px) are arguably the most important image on the platform — they directly affect click-through rate. Use high-contrast colours, large readable text, and expressive faces. Channel banners at 2560 × 1440 px need a safe zone in the centre (1546 × 423 px) for cross-device display. Schedule uploads with a [YouTube scheduler](https://posteverywhere.ai/youtube-scheduler).

**Threads:** Currently supports square images at 1080 × 1080 px. The platform shares Instagram's visual DNA, so high-quality imagery is essential. Use a consistent visual style across both platforms for brand recognition.

**Pinterest:** Vertical pins outperform everything else. The ideal pin size is 1000 × 1500 px (2:3 ratio). Idea Pins use the full 9:16 format at 1080 × 1920 px. Rich, informative images with text overlays drive the most saves and outbound clicks.

## How to Resize Images for Social Media

Resizing images for each platform manually is time-consuming, especially when you are posting to five or more networks. Here are the most efficient approaches:

**Design tools:** Canva, Figma, and Adobe Express all offer social media preset templates. Select the platform and content type, and the canvas is automatically set to the correct dimensions.

**AI image generation:** PostEverywhere's [AI image generator](https://posteverywhere.ai/ai-image-generator) creates platform-ready visuals from text prompts. Describe what you want, pick a platform, and get an image at the exact dimensions needed — no manual resizing required.

**Cross-posting with auto-adaptation:** When you use [PostEverywhere's cross-posting feature](https://posteverywhere.ai/cross-posting), you create one post and publish it across every connected platform. The system adapts your content for each network, so your image displays correctly on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, and more — all from a single upload.

**Batch scheduling:** Pair properly sized images with a [visual content calendar](https://posteverywhere.ai/social-media-calendar) to plan and schedule weeks of content in advance. Use an [AI content generator](https://posteverywhere.ai/ai-content-generator) to write captions that match each platform's tone and best practices.

Before posting, always preview how your images will look in-feed. Our [OG image checker](https://posteverywhere.ai/tools/free-og-image-checker) lets you validate social sharing previews, and the [Instagram grid previewer](https://posteverywhere.ai/tools/grid-previewer) shows you how new posts will look on your profile.

Explore more: [All Free Tools](https://posteverywhere.ai/tools) · [Social Media Scheduler](https://posteverywhere.ai/social-media-scheduler) · [AI Image Generator](https://posteverywhere.ai/ai-image-generator) · [AI Content Generator](https://posteverywhere.ai/ai-content-generator) · [Calendar View](https://posteverywhere.ai/social-media-calendar)

Platform schedulers: [Instagram](https://posteverywhere.ai/instagram-scheduler) · [Facebook](https://posteverywhere.ai/facebook-scheduler) · [LinkedIn](https://posteverywhere.ai/linkedin-scheduler) · [TikTok](https://posteverywhere.ai/tiktok-scheduler) · [X / Twitter](https://posteverywhere.ai/x-scheduler) · [YouTube](https://posteverywhere.ai/youtube-scheduler)

## How to Use the Image Size Guide

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### Select a platform

Choose from Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube, Threads, or Pinterest to see every dimension.

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### Find your content type

Browse feed posts, stories, profile pictures, cover photos, and more for the selected platform.

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### Copy and use

Click the copy button on any dimension card to paste the exact pixel size into your design tool.

## Image Size Guide FAQ

What are the best image sizes for Instagram in 2026?▾What size should a Facebook cover photo be?▾What dimensions are YouTube thumbnails?▾Does image size affect social media engagement?▾What aspect ratio works across all platforms?▾How do I resize images for multiple platforms at once?▾What image formats do social media platforms support?▾How often do social media image sizes change?▾

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