LinkedIn Image & Video Sizes (2026)
LinkedIn is a professional networking platform where polished visuals signal credibility. Using the right image sizes ensures your content looks professional across both personal profiles and company pages.
LinkedIn Quick Reference Cheat Sheet
| Content Type | Dimensions | Aspect Ratio | Max File Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feed Post (Single Image) Best | 1200x627 | 1.91:1 | 8MB |
| Feed Post (Portrait) Best | 1080x1350 | 4:5 | 8MB |
| Cover Photo (Personal) | 1584x396 | 4:1 | 8MB |
| Profile Picture | 400x400 | 1:1 | 8MB |
The Golden Format for LinkedIn
While LinkedIn supports many shapes, the Feed Post (Single Image) format at 1200x627 is currently the highest-performing layout for visibility and user engagement.
Fills the screen optimally on mobile devices.
Avoids platform-specific UI overlays in safe zones.
Provides the cleanest base for the platform's compression algorithm.
All LinkedIn Dimensions
Feed Post (Single Image)
Popular1200×627
Tip: LinkedIn defaults to a 1.91:1 display in the feed. Square (1:1) and portrait (4:5) images also work well and take up more vertical space.
Feed Post (Portrait)
Popular1080×1350
Tip: Portrait posts stand out in the feed by taking up more screen space. Great for infographics, carousels, and document-style posts.
Cover Photo (Personal)
1584×396
Tip: Your profile picture overlaps the lower-left corner. Keep important elements on the right side and upper portion of your cover image.
Profile Picture
400×400
Tip: Professional headshots work best. LinkedIn displays this as a circle, so center your subject and avoid wide-angle shots.
Article Cover
1200×644
Tip: Article cover images are the first thing people see in their feed. Use a clear, relevant visual with minimal text overlay.
Video
1920×1080
Tip: Native video on LinkedIn gets 5x more engagement than shared links. Upload directly rather than linking to YouTube.
Why Quality Sizing Matters for LinkedIn
LinkedIn's audience evaluates content through a professional lens — blurry images, awkward cropping, or stretched graphics immediately undermine your credibility. In 2026, LinkedIn's algorithm uses technical quality as a direct ranking signal.
Blurry images or awkward cropping immediately undermine professional credibility
Optimizing your content for LinkedIn ensures your visuals remain sharp and professional across all devices.
Feed, profile, and article placements each have different dimension requirements
Optimizing your content for LinkedIn ensures your visuals remain sharp and professional across all devices.
Wrong aspect ratios can crop out your headline text or logo
Optimizing your content for LinkedIn ensures your visuals remain sharp and professional across all devices.
LinkedIn Optimization Pro Tips
LinkedIn is shifting toward visual content. Posts with images get 2x more engagement than text-only posts — invest in quality visuals.
For document/carousel posts, use 1080x1350 (4:5) slides. These perform extremely well for educational content on LinkedIn.
Native video outperforms linked video by a wide margin. Always upload directly to LinkedIn rather than sharing a YouTube link.
Company page cover images (1128x191) are much wider than personal ones — don't use the same design for both.
Expert Insights & Editorial Notes
"LinkedIn's algorithm heavily favors native content over external links. Posts with images or document carousels get significantly more distribution than posts linking to other sites."
"Document/carousel posts (PDF uploads) are LinkedIn's highest-performing format for B2B content. Use 1080x1350 slides for the best mobile experience."
"LinkedIn profile cover photos render at 4:1 on desktop but crop differently on mobile. Your profile picture overlaps the lower-left corner — keep important elements on the right side."
How to Use These Sizes
Find Your Content Type
Browse the cards above to find the specific content type you're creating — feed post, story, reel, or profile picture.
Note the Dimensions
Copy the exact width, height, and aspect ratio. Use these when exporting from your design tool or camera app.
Resize & Publish
Use our free image resizer or your preferred tool to match the dimensions, then upload with confidence.
Looking for sizes for other platforms? Visit our complete Social Media Sizes Guide covering all 8 major platforms.
Platform Changelog
- 2026-02-23 — Initial publication with all current LinkedIn dimensions and specs.
LinkedIn Sizes FAQ
What is the best image size for LinkedIn in 2026?
The most recommended size for LinkedIn is 1200x627 (1.91:1) for Feed Post (Single Image). This format provides the best visibility and engagement on the platform. Check the full list above for all supported content types and their specific dimensions.
What aspect ratio should I use for LinkedIn?
LinkedIn supports multiple aspect ratios depending on the content type. The most commonly used ratios are: 1.91:1 for Feed Post (Single Image), 4:5 for Feed Post (Portrait). Using the correct aspect ratio prevents automatic cropping that can cut off important parts of your content.
What is the maximum file size for LinkedIn?
File size limits on LinkedIn vary by content type: 8MB for Feed Post (Single Image), 8MB for Feed Post (Portrait), 8MB for Cover Photo (Personal), 8MB for Profile Picture, 8MB for Article Cover, 5GB for Video. Staying under these limits ensures your uploads process quickly without compression issues.
What video format does LinkedIn support?
LinkedIn supports MP4 as the primary video format. Video: 3 seconds to 10 minutes. Upload at the highest quality possible — the platform will re-encode your video for optimal delivery.
How often does LinkedIn update its image sizes?
LinkedIn occasionally updates its dimension requirements, usually a few times per year. We monitor these changes and update our guide accordingly. Check the "Last updated" date at the top of this page to see when we last verified these specifications.
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