The Ultimate Social Media Manager's Guide to Image Dimensions

In the dynamic world of social media, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for effective content creation. As a social media manager, ensuring that your visuals are optimized for each platform is a key aspect of engaging your audience. To help you navigate the ever-evolving landscape, we've compiled a comprehensive guide to image dimensions for Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.

Instagram:

Profile Picture:

• Recommended Size: 110 x 110 pixels

• Aspect Ratio: 1:1

Instagram Post:

• Square: 1080 x 1080 pixels

• Landscape: 1080 x 566 pixels

• Portrait: 1080 x 1350 pixels

Instagram Story:

• Recommended Size: 1080 x 1920 pixels

• Aspect Ratio: 9:16

LinkedIn:

Profile Picture:

• Recommended Size: 400 x 400 pixels

• Aspect Ratio: 1:1

LinkedIn Post:

• Landscape: 1200 x 627 pixels

• Square: 1200 x 1200 pixels

LinkedIn Banner:

• Recommended Size: 1584 x 396 pixels

• Aspect Ratio: 4:1

Facebook:

Profile Picture:

• Recommended Size: 180 x 180 pixels

• Aspect Ratio: 1:1

Cover Photo:

• Desktop: 820 x 312 pixels

• Mobile: 640 x 360 pixels

Shared Image:

• Recommended Size: 1200 x 630 pixels

• Aspect Ratio: 1.91:1

Event Image:

• Recommended Size: 1920 x 1080 pixels

• Aspect Ratio: 16:9

Twitter or X:

Profile Picture:

• Recommended Size: 400 x 400 pixels

• Aspect Ratio: 1:1

Header Image:

• Recommended Size: 1500 x 500 pixels

• Aspect Ratio: 3:1

Tweeted Image:

• Recommended Size: 1200 x 675 pixels

• Aspect Ratio: 16:9

Keep in mind that social media platforms may update their guidelines, so it's essential to regularly check for the latest specifications to ensure your content looks its best.

Stay on top of the game, and your social media presence will continue to captivate and resonate with your audience. Happy posting!