{"id":418,"date":"2025-11-18T17:51:51","date_gmt":"2025-11-18T17:51:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/?p=418"},"modified":"2025-11-18T18:14:59","modified_gmt":"2025-11-18T18:14:59","slug":"instagram-image-sizes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Guide to Instagram Image Sizes for Every Format (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"260\" data-end=\"387\"><em data-start=\"260\" data-end=\"387\">Your complete handbook to mastering Instagram dimensions for feed posts, carousels, Reels, Stories, ads, and profile visuals.<\/em><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"649\">Getting your visuals to look perfect on Instagram has become more important than ever. With the platform supporting multiple orientations, formats, and placements, the size of your images plays a massive role in how your posts appear\u2014and how well they perform.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"946\">Think of it this way: choosing the right Instagram image size is like choosing the right frame for a photograph. When the sizing matches the format, your visuals look sharp, professional, and scroll-stopping. When they don\u2019t, you end up with blurry images, awkward crops, or key details cut off.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"1091\">This 2026 guide breaks down every Instagram image size you need to know\u2014whether you&#8217;re posting feed content, carousels, Reels, Stories, or ads.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#Instagram_Image_Sizes_at_a_Glance_2026\" >Instagram Image Sizes at a Glance (2026)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#Image_Size_vs_Aspect_Ratio_%E2%80%94_Whats_the_Difference\" >Image Size vs. Aspect Ratio \u2014 What\u2019s the Difference?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#Image_Size\" >Image Size<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#Aspect_Ratio\" >Aspect Ratio<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#1_Instagram_Feed_Post_Sizes\" >1. Instagram Feed Post Sizes<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#Square_Post_1080_%C3%97_1080_1_1\" >Square Post (1080 \u00d7 1080 | 1:1)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#Portrait_Post_1080_%C3%97_1350_4_5\" >Portrait Post (1080 \u00d7 1350 | 4:5)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#Landscape_Post_1080_%C3%97_566_191_1\" >Landscape Post (1080 \u00d7 566 | 1.91:1)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#2_Instagram_Carousel_Post_Sizes\" >2. Instagram Carousel Post Sizes<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#Recommended\" >Recommended:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#3_Instagram_Profile_Photo_Size\" >3. Instagram Profile Photo Size<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#4_Instagram_Highlight_Cover_Size\" >4. Instagram Highlight Cover Size<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#5_Instagram_Ad_Image_Sizes\" >5. Instagram Ad Image Sizes<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#Feed_Ads\" >Feed Ads<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#Story_Ads\" >Story Ads<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#6_Instagram_Stories_Image_Sizes\" >6. Instagram Stories Image Sizes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#7_Instagram_Reels_Size_Specs\" >7. Instagram Reels Size &amp; Specs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#8_Instagram_Video_Specifications\" >8. Instagram Video Specifications<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#Feed_Carousel_Videos\" >Feed &amp; Carousel Videos<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#Reels\" >Reels<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#Stories\" >Stories<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#Carousel_Videos\" >Carousel Videos<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#Live_Replay\" >Live Replay<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#How_to_Choose_the_Right_Instagram_Post_Size\" >How to Choose the Right Instagram Post Size<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#%E2%9C%94_1_Focus_on_Aspect_Ratio\" >\u2714 1. Focus on Aspect Ratio<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#%E2%9C%94_2_Match_Size_to_Content\" >\u2714 2. Match Size to Content<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#%E2%9C%94_3_Use_Taller_Formats_for_Higher_Engagement\" >\u2714 3. Use Taller Formats for Higher Engagement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#%E2%9C%94_4_Keep_Your_Visual_Style_Consistent\" >\u2714 4. Keep Your Visual Style Consistent<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#Parting_Thoughts_Before_You_Post\" >Parting Thoughts Before You Post<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/eventsnotification.com\/blog\/instagram-image-sizes\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1144\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Instagram_Image_Sizes_at_a_Glance_2026\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1144\">Instagram Image Sizes at a Glance (2026)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1229\">Here\u2019s a quick overview of all recommended Instagram image sizes and aspect ratios:<\/p>\n<div class=\"_tableContainer_1rjym_1\">\n<div class=\"group _tableWrapper_1rjym_13 flex w-fit flex-col-reverse\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<table class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1723\">\n<thead data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1276\">\n<tr data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1276\">\n<th data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1248\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Instagram Type<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1260\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Size (px)<\/th>\n<th data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1276\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Aspect Ratio<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1723\">\n<tr data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1358\">\n<td data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1337\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Square Post<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1351\">1080 \u00d7 1080<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1358\">1:1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1396\">\n<td data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1375\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Portrait Post<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1389\">1080 \u00d7 1350<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1396\">4:5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1444\">\n<td data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1423\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Tall Grid Preview (New)<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1437\">1080 \u00d7 1440<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1444\">3:4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1485\">\n<td data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1462\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Landscape Post<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1475\">1080 \u00d7 566<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1485\">1.91:1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1518\">\n<td data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1496\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Stories<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1510\">1080 \u00d7 1920<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1518\">9:16<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1549\">\n<td data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1527\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Reels<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1541\">1080 \u00d7 1920<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1549\">9:16<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1585\">\n<td data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1566\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Profile Photo<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1578\">320 \u00d7 320<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1585\">1:1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1626\">\n<td data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1604\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Highlight Cover<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1618\">1080 \u00d7 1920<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1626\">9:16<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1688\">\n<td data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1645\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Feed \/ Post Ads<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1674\">1080 \u00d7 1080 or 1080 \u00d7 1350<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1688\">1:1 or 4:5<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1723\">\n<td data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1701\" data-col-size=\"sm\">Story Ads<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1715\">1080 \u00d7 1920<\/td>\n<td data-col-size=\"sm\" data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1723\">9:16<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"1826\">These sizes ensure your visuals stay clear, sharp, and perfectly displayed across Instagram\u2019s layout.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1891\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Image_Size_vs_Aspect_Ratio_%E2%80%94_Whats_the_Difference\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"1891\">Image Size vs. Aspect Ratio \u2014 What\u2019s the Difference?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"1911\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Image_Size\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1911\">Image Size<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"2116\">Measured in pixels, this determines how crisp and detailed your post looks. Instagram generally compresses anything beyond 1080 px width, so uploading at or near the recommended size ensures high quality.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2138\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Aspect_Ratio\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2138\">Aspect Ratio<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2291\">This defines the shape of the image\u2014whether it&#8217;s square, vertical, or wide. Instagram displays content based on aspect ratio, not just pixel dimensions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2293\" data-end=\"2399\">Using the correct ratio prevents unwanted cropping and maintains the intended composition of your visuals.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2440\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Instagram_Feed_Post_Sizes\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"2408\" data-end=\"2440\">1. Instagram Feed Post Sizes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2442\" data-end=\"2583\">Instagram supports three main feed formats: square, portrait, and landscape. Each serves a different purpose depending on your content style.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2590\" data-end=\"2630\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Square_Post_1080_%C3%97_1080_1_1\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"2593\" data-end=\"2628\">Square Post (1080 \u00d7 1080 | 1:1)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2631\" data-end=\"2768\">Still the most versatile and widely used format. Works well for text-based graphics, product posts, minimal layouts, and branded visuals.<\/p>\n<p><strong data-start=\"2774\" data-end=\"2822\">New Addition: 3:4 Grid Preview (1080 \u00d7 1440)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2825\" data-end=\"2936\">Instagram now shows taller previews in some grids, but in-feed the image still displays at a max of 4:5 height.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2943\" data-end=\"2985\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Portrait_Post_1080_%C3%97_1350_4_5\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"2946\" data-end=\"2983\">Portrait Post (1080 \u00d7 1350 | 4:5)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"2986\" data-end=\"3143\">Perfect for creators who want more vertical space and higher engagement. This format visually dominates the feed and is the most recommended for performance.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3145\" data-end=\"3169\">Instagram also supports:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3170\" data-end=\"3250\">\n<li data-start=\"3170\" data-end=\"3250\">\n<p data-start=\"3172\" data-end=\"3250\"><strong data-start=\"3172\" data-end=\"3193\">1080 \u00d7 1440 (3:4)<\/strong> in grid previews<br data-start=\"3210\" data-end=\"3213\" \/>But the main feed still crops to 4:5.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"3257\" data-end=\"3302\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Landscape_Post_1080_%C3%97_566_191_1\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"3260\" data-end=\"3300\">Landscape Post (1080 \u00d7 566 | 1.91:1)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3303\" data-end=\"3336\">Ideal for wide, cinematic frames:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3337\" data-end=\"3420\">\n<li data-start=\"3337\" data-end=\"3362\">\n<p data-start=\"3339\" data-end=\"3362\">Landscape photography<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3363\" data-end=\"3382\">\n<p data-start=\"3365\" data-end=\"3382\">Panoramic shots<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3383\" data-end=\"3399\">\n<p data-start=\"3385\" data-end=\"3399\">Group photos<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3400\" data-end=\"3420\">\n<p data-start=\"3402\" data-end=\"3420\">Wide-angle views<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3422\" data-end=\"3510\">Keep in mind: landscape posts appear smaller in the feed compared to square or portrait.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3517\" data-end=\"3555\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Instagram_Carousel_Post_Sizes\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"3519\" data-end=\"3555\">2. Instagram Carousel Post Sizes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3557\" data-end=\"3722\">Carousels are one of Instagram\u2019s most engaging formats. You can mix images and videos, but every slide after the first is cropped to match the initial slide&#8217;s ratio.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3724\" data-end=\"3740\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recommended\"><\/span>Recommended:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3741\" data-end=\"3840\">\n<li data-start=\"3741\" data-end=\"3791\">\n<p data-start=\"3743\" data-end=\"3791\"><strong data-start=\"3743\" data-end=\"3764\">1080 \u00d7 1350 (4:5)<\/strong> for a full-height carousel<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3792\" data-end=\"3840\">\n<p data-start=\"3794\" data-end=\"3840\"><strong data-start=\"3794\" data-end=\"3815\">1015 \u00d7 1350 (3:4)<\/strong> for taller grid previews<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3842\" data-end=\"3867\">Carousels work great for:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3868\" data-end=\"3985\">\n<li data-start=\"3868\" data-end=\"3891\">\n<p data-start=\"3870\" data-end=\"3891\">Step-by-step guides<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3892\" data-end=\"3923\">\n<p data-start=\"3894\" data-end=\"3923\">Event or product highlights<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3924\" data-end=\"3956\">\n<p data-start=\"3926\" data-end=\"3956\">Before\/after transformations<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3957\" data-end=\"3985\">\n<p data-start=\"3959\" data-end=\"3985\">Multi-part announcements<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h1 data-start=\"3992\" data-end=\"4029\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Instagram_Profile_Photo_Size\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"3994\" data-end=\"4029\">3. Instagram Profile Photo Size<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<ul data-start=\"4031\" data-end=\"4101\">\n<li data-start=\"4031\" data-end=\"4101\">\n<p data-start=\"4033\" data-end=\"4101\"><strong data-start=\"4033\" data-end=\"4049\">320 \u00d7 320 px<\/strong><br data-start=\"4049\" data-end=\"4052\" \/>Displayed as a circle with about 110 px diameter.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4103\" data-end=\"4153\">Keep your logo or face centered to avoid cropping.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4160\" data-end=\"4199\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Instagram_Highlight_Cover_Size\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"4162\" data-end=\"4199\">4. Instagram Highlight Cover Size<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"4201\" data-end=\"4230\">\n<li data-start=\"4201\" data-end=\"4230\">\n<p data-start=\"4203\" data-end=\"4230\"><strong data-start=\"4203\" data-end=\"4228\">1080 \u00d7 1920 px (9:16)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4232\" data-end=\"4382\">Highlights appear circular on the profile, so center your icons or visual elements. No need to upload them to Stories\u2014Instagram allows direct uploads.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4389\" data-end=\"4422\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Instagram_Ad_Image_Sizes\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"4391\" data-end=\"4422\">5. Instagram Ad Image Sizes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4424\" data-end=\"4541\">Your Instagram ads must blend seamlessly with organic posts. Using the right size boosts engagement and improves CTR.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"4543\" data-end=\"4559\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Feed_Ads\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"4547\" data-end=\"4559\">Feed Ads<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"4560\" data-end=\"4637\">\n<li data-start=\"4560\" data-end=\"4583\">\n<p data-start=\"4562\" data-end=\"4583\"><strong data-start=\"4562\" data-end=\"4583\">1080 \u00d7 1080 (1:1)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4584\" data-end=\"4637\">\n<p data-start=\"4586\" data-end=\"4637\"><strong data-start=\"4586\" data-end=\"4607\">1080 \u00d7 1350 (4:5)<\/strong> \u2014 recommended for performance<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"4639\" data-end=\"4656\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Story_Ads\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"4643\" data-end=\"4656\">Story Ads<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"4657\" data-end=\"4683\">\n<li data-start=\"4657\" data-end=\"4683\">\n<p data-start=\"4659\" data-end=\"4683\"><strong data-start=\"4659\" data-end=\"4681\">1080 \u00d7 1920 (9:16)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4685\" data-end=\"4773\">Use clean visuals, limited text, and strong CTAs to ensure viewers don\u2019t skip instantly.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4780\" data-end=\"4818\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Instagram_Stories_Image_Sizes\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"4782\" data-end=\"4818\">6. Instagram Stories Image Sizes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"4820\" data-end=\"4849\">\n<li data-start=\"4820\" data-end=\"4849\">\n<p data-start=\"4822\" data-end=\"4849\"><strong data-start=\"4822\" data-end=\"4847\">1080 \u00d7 1920 px (9:16)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4851\" data-end=\"4989\">Stories are perfect for real-time announcements, updates, or interactive posts. Higher-resolution images look more crisp and professional.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4996\" data-end=\"5033\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Instagram_Reels_Size_Specs\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"4998\" data-end=\"5033\">7. Instagram Reels Size &amp; Specs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul data-start=\"5035\" data-end=\"5107\">\n<li data-start=\"5035\" data-end=\"5064\">\n<p data-start=\"5037\" data-end=\"5064\"><strong data-start=\"5037\" data-end=\"5062\">1080 \u00d7 1920 px (9:16)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5065\" data-end=\"5107\">\n<p data-start=\"5067\" data-end=\"5107\"><strong data-start=\"5067\" data-end=\"5107\">Grid Preview Crop: 1080 \u00d7 1440 (3:4)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"5109\" data-end=\"5243\">Reels offer full-screen vertical immersion and perform best when text and subjects are centered to avoid cropping in the feed preview.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"5250\" data-end=\"5289\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Instagram_Video_Specifications\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"5252\" data-end=\"5289\">8. Instagram Video Specifications<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5291\" data-end=\"5360\">To avoid poor playback or cropping, stick to these recommended sizes:<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"5362\" data-end=\"5392\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Feed_Carousel_Videos\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"5366\" data-end=\"5392\">Feed &amp; Carousel Videos<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"5393\" data-end=\"5460\">\n<li data-start=\"5393\" data-end=\"5414\">\n<p data-start=\"5395\" data-end=\"5414\">1080 \u00d7 1080 (1:1)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5415\" data-end=\"5436\">\n<p data-start=\"5417\" data-end=\"5436\">1080 \u00d7 1350 (4:5)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5437\" data-end=\"5460\">\n<p data-start=\"5439\" data-end=\"5460\">1080 \u00d7 566 (1.91:1)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"5462\" data-end=\"5475\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reels\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"5466\" data-end=\"5475\">Reels<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"5476\" data-end=\"5522\">\n<li data-start=\"5476\" data-end=\"5522\">\n<p data-start=\"5478\" data-end=\"5522\">1080 \u00d7 1920, up to 15 minutes, MP4\/MOV, \u22644GB<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"5524\" data-end=\"5539\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stories\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"5528\" data-end=\"5539\">Stories<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"5540\" data-end=\"5586\">\n<li data-start=\"5540\" data-end=\"5586\">\n<p data-start=\"5542\" data-end=\"5586\">1080 \u00d7 1920, split into 15-second segments<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"5588\" data-end=\"5611\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Carousel_Videos\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"5592\" data-end=\"5611\">Carousel Videos<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"5612\" data-end=\"5661\">\n<li data-start=\"5612\" data-end=\"5642\">\n<p data-start=\"5614\" data-end=\"5642\">1080 \u00d7 1080 or 1080 \u00d7 1350<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5643\" data-end=\"5661\">\n<p data-start=\"5645\" data-end=\"5661\">Up to 60 seconds<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"5663\" data-end=\"5682\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Live_Replay\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"5667\" data-end=\"5682\">Live Replay<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"5683\" data-end=\"5716\">\n<li data-start=\"5683\" data-end=\"5698\">\n<p data-start=\"5685\" data-end=\"5698\">1080 \u00d7 1920<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"5699\" data-end=\"5716\">\n<p data-start=\"5701\" data-end=\"5716\">Up to 4 hours<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"5718\" data-end=\"5793\">Correct video sizing ensures smooth playback and prevents awkward cropping.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"5800\" data-end=\"5849\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Choose_the_Right_Instagram_Post_Size\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"5802\" data-end=\"5849\">How to Choose the Right Instagram Post Size<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"5851\" data-end=\"5885\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9C%94_1_Focus_on_Aspect_Ratio\"><\/span>\u2714 <strong data-start=\"5857\" data-end=\"5885\">1. Focus on Aspect Ratio<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5886\" data-end=\"5935\">This determines how your post fits into the feed.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"5937\" data-end=\"5971\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9C%94_2_Match_Size_to_Content\"><\/span>\u2714 <strong data-start=\"5943\" data-end=\"5971\">2. Match Size to Content<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5972\" data-end=\"5976\">Use:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"5977\" data-end=\"6087\">\n<li data-start=\"5977\" data-end=\"6000\">\n<p data-start=\"5979\" data-end=\"6000\">Portrait for people<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6001\" data-end=\"6026\">\n<p data-start=\"6003\" data-end=\"6026\">Landscape for scenery<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6027\" data-end=\"6050\">\n<p data-start=\"6029\" data-end=\"6050\">Square for graphics<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6051\" data-end=\"6087\">\n<p data-start=\"6053\" data-end=\"6087\">Carousels for multi-step content<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"6089\" data-end=\"6142\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9C%94_3_Use_Taller_Formats_for_Higher_Engagement\"><\/span>\u2714 <strong data-start=\"6095\" data-end=\"6142\">3. Use Taller Formats for Higher Engagement<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"6143\" data-end=\"6209\">Vertical content takes up more screen space and drives more views.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"6211\" data-end=\"6257\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9C%94_4_Keep_Your_Visual_Style_Consistent\"><\/span>\u2714 <strong data-start=\"6217\" data-end=\"6257\">4. Keep Your Visual Style Consistent<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"6258\" data-end=\"6329\">Switching between too many formats can make your feed look unorganized.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"6336\" data-end=\"6374\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Parting_Thoughts_Before_You_Post\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"6338\" data-end=\"6374\">Parting Thoughts Before You Post<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"6376\" data-end=\"6570\">Choosing the right image size is a simple but powerful way to improve your content quality. When your visuals fit perfectly, they look better, perform better, and build trust with your audience.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"6572\" data-end=\"6595\">A well-optimized image:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"6596\" data-end=\"6693\">\n<li data-start=\"6596\" data-end=\"6617\">\n<p data-start=\"6598\" data-end=\"6617\">Preserves clarity<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6618\" data-end=\"6642\">\n<p data-start=\"6620\" data-end=\"6642\">Increases engagement<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6643\" data-end=\"6664\">\n<p data-start=\"6645\" data-end=\"6664\">Enhances branding<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6665\" data-end=\"6693\">\n<p data-start=\"6667\" data-end=\"6693\">Prevents cropping issues<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"6695\" data-end=\"6816\">With the correct dimensions and ratios, every post\u2014from Reels to carousels\u2014stands out with a polished, professional look.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"6823\" data-end=\"6833\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"6825\" data-end=\"6833\">FAQs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li data-start=\"6835\" data-end=\"6886\"><strong data-start=\"6839\" data-end=\"6884\">What\u2019s the best size for Instagram posts?<br \/>\n<\/strong>1080 \u00d7 1350 px (4:5) gives maximum screen coverage and gets higher engagement.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"6967\" data-end=\"7001\"><strong data-start=\"6971\" data-end=\"6999\">How do I avoid cropping?<\/strong>Always stick to Instagram-supported aspect ratios:<br data-start=\"7052\" data-end=\"7055\" \/>1:1, 4:5, 3:4, 1.91:1, or 9:16.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"7088\" data-end=\"7120\"><strong data-start=\"7092\" data-end=\"7118\">What is the 4:5 ratio?<br \/>\n<\/strong>A vertical orientation where width is 4 units and height is 5 units\u2014perfect for portrait posts.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"7218\" data-end=\"7259\"><strong data-start=\"7222\" data-end=\"7257\">Does Instagram compress images?<br \/>\n<\/strong>Yes. 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