Perfect Image Sizes for Every Social Media Platform

Using the wrong image size on social media can make your posts look unprofessional. Here is the ultimate cheat sheet for 2026!

Twitter / X

• Profile Photo: 400 x 400 px
• Header Image: 1500 x 500 px
• Post Image: 1200 x 675 px

Instagram

• Profile Photo: 320 x 320 px
• Square Post: 1080 x 1080 px
• Portrait Post: 1080 x 1350 px
• Story: 1080 x 1920 px

YouTube

• Channel Art: 2560 x 1440 px
• Thumbnail: 1280 x 720 px
• Profile Photo: 800 x 800 px

Tips for Best Results

• Always use JPG for photos
• Use PNG for logos with transparent background
• Keep file size under 1MB for faster loading
• Use WebP for website images

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