What is the best image size for Instagram in 2026?

For feed posts, 1080 × 1350 px (4:5 portrait) gets the most screen real estate and engagement. For Stories and Reels, use 1080 × 1920 px (9:16). Square posts (1080 × 1080) still work but take up less feed space.

What size should YouTube thumbnails be?

YouTube thumbnails should be 1280 × 720 pixels (16:9 aspect ratio). The minimum width is 640 px. File size must be under 2 MB, and JPEG, PNG, GIF, or WebP formats are accepted.

Do I need different image sizes for each social platform?

Yes. Each platform has different optimal dimensions. A 1080 × 1080 Instagram square will be cropped or letterboxed on Pinterest (which prefers 2:3) or YouTube (which needs 16:9). Using the correct size for each platform maximizes visibility and engagement.

How can I resize one photo for all social media platforms at once?

Use a batch image converter like Contenta Converter. Select your source photos, choose social media platform presets (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Pinterest, etc.), and export all sizes in one batch. This saves hours compared to manual resizing.

Should I use JPEG or PNG for social media images?

Use JPEG (quality 85-92%) for photographs — it offers the best balance of quality and file size. Use PNG for graphics with text, logos, or transparency. Most platforms re-compress uploads anyway, so starting with a high-quality JPEG is usually best.

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Instagram	blog_social_sizes_ig_feed_square	1080 × 1080 px	1:1
Instagram	blog_social_sizes_ig_feed_portrait	1080 × 1350 px	4:5
Instagram	blog_social_sizes_ig_story	1080 × 1920 px	9:16
Instagram	blog_social_sizes_ig_profile	320 × 320 px	1:1
TikTok	blog_social_sizes_tt_video	1080 × 1920 px	9:16
TikTok	blog_social_sizes_tt_profile	200 × 200 px	1:1
YouTube	blog_social_sizes_yt_thumbnail	1280 × 720 px	16:9
YouTube	blog_social_sizes_yt_banner	2560 × 1440 px	16:9
Pinterest	blog_social_sizes_pin_standard	1000 × 1500 px	2:3
Facebook	blog_social_sizes_fb_post	1200 × 630 px	1.91:1
Facebook	blog_social_sizes_fb_story	1080 × 1920 px	9:16
Facebook	blog_social_sizes_fb_cover	1640 × 924 px	16:9
Twitter/X	blog_social_sizes_tw_post	1600 × 900 px	16:9
Twitter/X	blog_social_sizes_tw_header	1500 × 500 px	3:1
LinkedIn	blog_social_sizes_li_post	1200 × 627 px	1.91:1
LinkedIn	blog_social_sizes_li_cover	1584 × 396 px	4:1

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