Resize Image for LinkedIn — Post, Banner & Profile
Get professional-looking LinkedIn images by using the exact dimensions the platform recommends. One click to resize.
LinkedIn Image Sizes at a Glance
Feed Post
1200 × 1200
Square • Max engagement
Link Preview
1200 × 627
Article shares
Background Banner
1584 × 396
Profile header
Profile Photo
400 × 400
Displays as circle
Carousel Slide
1200 × 644
Document posts
Company Logo
300 × 300
Company page
Company Cover
1128 × 376
Business page banner
LinkedIn Image Sizes — Complete 2026 Reference
| Image Type | Dimensions | Ratio | Max Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feed Post (square) | 1200 × 1200 | 1:1 | 10 MB |
| Feed Post (landscape) | 1200 × 627 | 1.91:1 | 10 MB |
| Feed Post (portrait) | 1200 × 1500 | 4:5 | 10 MB |
| Link Preview | 1200 × 627 | 1.91:1 | 5 MB |
| Profile Background | 1584 × 396 | 4:1 | 8 MB |
| Profile Photo | 400 × 400 | 1:1 | 8 MB |
| Company Logo | 300 × 300 | 1:1 | 4 MB |
| Company Cover | 1128 × 376 | 3:1 | 4 MB |
| Carousel/Document | 1200 × 644 | 1.86:1 | 10 MB/slide |
| Event Cover | 1776 × 444 | 4:1 | 10 MB |
Why LinkedIn Image Size Matters for Professionals
LinkedIn is a professional platform where image quality signals credibility. A pixelated profile photo or a poorly-cropped banner gives the same impression as showing up to an interview in wrinkled clothes. Here's what happens with wrong-sized images:
- Profile photos under 400×400 — LinkedIn stretches them, creating visible blur. Recruiters reviewing hundreds of profiles notice this immediately.
- Banners not at 1584×396 — LinkedIn crops from center, potentially cutting off your name, tagline, or call-to-action text.
- Posts with non-standard aspect ratios — Get letterboxed (black/white bars) in the feed, reducing visual impact and engagement.
LinkedIn Post Image: Square vs Landscape vs Portrait
LinkedIn supports three orientations for feed posts. Which should you use?
📐 Square (1200×1200) — Best for Engagement
Takes up the most screen real estate in the feed without being cropped. LinkedIn's algorithm tends to favor square posts because users spend more time looking at them. Ideal for single-image posts, infographics, and quotes.
🖼️ Landscape (1200×627) — Best for Links
Matches the link preview aspect ratio, so it looks native when sharing articles. Also the standard Open Graph image size, meaning the same image works for sharing on Facebook, Twitter, and Slack.
📱 Portrait (1200×1500) — Maximum Screen Real Estate
Takes up the most vertical space on mobile. Great for carousels, step-by-step content, and mobile-first audiences. LinkedIn caps the ratio at 4:5 — anything taller gets cropped.
LinkedIn Banner: What to Include
Your LinkedIn background banner (1584×396) is prime real estate that most people waste with a stock photo. Effective banners include:
- Your value proposition — A single sentence describing what you do or who you help.
- Contact information — Email, website, or booking link (positioned right of center to avoid profile photo overlap).
- Brand colors — Consistent with your personal brand or company palette.
- Social proof — "Featured in Forbes" or "500+ clients served" if applicable.
Important: Your profile photo overlaps the bottom-left of the banner on desktop. Keep that area clear of text. The safe text zone is the right 70% of the banner.
Pro Tips for LinkedIn Images
- Use JPG for photos, PNG for graphics — LinkedIn compresses uploaded images. PNG with text maintains readability better than JPG.
- Profile photo: professional headshot at 400×400 minimum — LinkedIn displays it at various sizes (the largest being 400px on your profile page). Upload at 400×400 or larger for crisp display.
- Include alt text — LinkedIn supports image alt text for accessibility. This also helps with LinkedIn's internal search.
- Carousel documents should be PDF — While individual slides are 1200×644, uploading as a multi-page PDF ensures consistent formatting across devices.
💡 Pro tip: LinkedIn's algorithm prioritizes "dwell time" — how long people look at your post. Large, high-quality images keep users engaged longer, which signals LinkedIn to show your post to more people. Always use the maximum recommended dimensions.
How It Works
Choose LinkedIn Format
Pick your target — feed post (1200×1200), banner (1584×396), profile photo (400×400), or link preview (1200×627).
Upload Your Image
Drop your image into the tool. Instant resizing in your browser — private, no server upload required.
Download & Post
Save the perfectly sized image. Upload to LinkedIn for professional, crisp display without letterboxing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best image size for LinkedIn posts?
Square posts at 1200×1200 pixels perform best for engagement — they take up maximum screen space in the feed. For link shares, use 1200×627 (matches Open Graph standard). Portrait posts at 1200×1500 (4:5) get the most vertical real estate on mobile.
What size is the LinkedIn background banner?
LinkedIn's profile background banner should be 1584×396 pixels (4:1 aspect ratio), max 8 MB. Your profile photo overlaps the bottom-left on desktop, so keep text and important visuals in the right 70% of the banner.
What size should my LinkedIn profile photo be?
Upload at 400×400 pixels minimum (max 8 MB). LinkedIn displays profile photos as circles at various sizes across the platform — the largest being 400px on your profile page. Images under 400×400 appear blurry to recruiters and connections.
Why do my LinkedIn images get letterboxed?
LinkedIn adds white/gray bars when your image doesn't match a supported aspect ratio. Stick to 1:1 (square), 1.91:1 (landscape), or 4:5 (portrait). Any ratio outside these gets letterboxed in the feed, reducing visual impact and engagement.
What size is a LinkedIn carousel/document post?
LinkedIn carousel slides display at 1200×644 pixels (approximately 1.86:1 ratio). Upload as a multi-page PDF for consistent formatting. Each slide can be up to 10 MB. Design slides at this exact size to avoid cropping.
Should I use JPG or PNG for LinkedIn?
Use JPG for photographs and PNG for images with text or graphics. LinkedIn compresses uploaded images, and PNG maintains text readability better than JPG after compression. For maximum quality, upload at the exact recommended dimensions.
What is the LinkedIn company page cover image size?
LinkedIn company page cover images should be 1128×376 pixels (3:1 ratio), max 4 MB. The company logo (300×300) is separate. For events hosted on company pages, the event cover is 1776×444 pixels (4:1 ratio).
What size should a LinkedIn article cover be?
LinkedIn article cover images should be 1200×644 pixels (approximately 1.86:1 ratio). This is the same dimensions used for newsletter headers and carousel document slides. Use a high-quality JPG or PNG under 10 MB, and keep text centered since cropping varies slightly between desktop and mobile views.
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