Every image on LinkedIn has a specific size requirement. Upload the wrong dimensions and your photo gets cropped, stretched, or pixelated - none of which scream "professional."
This guide covers every LinkedIn image size you need in 2026, from profile photos to post images to company page banners. Bookmark it. You will reference it more than once.
Why LinkedIn Image Sizes Matter
LinkedIn crops images automatically when they do not match the expected dimensions. A banner image that looks perfect on your monitor might lose its headline text on mobile. A post image that renders crisp on desktop could appear blurry in the feed because you uploaded a low-resolution file.
Getting dimensions right is not about pixel-perfect design. It is about ensuring your visual content communicates what you intended, on every device.
Profile Photo Dimensions
Recommended size: 400 x 400 pixels (minimum 200 x 200)
Format: JPG or PNG, under 8 MB
LinkedIn displays profile photos as circles, so keep your subject centered. Anything near the edges will be clipped. A few practical rules:
- Use a headshot - your face should fill roughly 60% of the frame
- Leave padding around your head - the circular crop removes corners
- Test on mobile - profile photos appear much smaller in the feed than on your profile page
- Use a solid or simple background - busy backgrounds compete with your face at small sizes
Your profile photo appears everywhere: comments, messages, search results, and the feed. It is the single most-viewed image on your LinkedIn presence.
Background Banner Size
Recommended size: 1584 x 396 pixels
Format: JPG or PNG, under 8 MB
Safe zone: Keep text and key visuals in the center 60% of the banner. On mobile, the left and right edges get cropped, and your profile photo overlaps the bottom-left corner.
Your banner is free real estate. Use it to communicate:
- What you do or who you help
- A tagline or value proposition
- Your company or personal brand
- A call to action (website URL, upcoming event)
Avoid placing important text in the bottom-left quadrant - that is where your profile photo sits. And remember: on mobile, the banner height is compressed significantly.
Post Image Sizes
LinkedIn supports several image formats in posts. The dimensions you choose affect how much feed real estate your post occupies.
| Format | Dimensions | Aspect Ratio | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single landscape | 1200 x 627 px | 1.91:1 | Link shares, blog previews |
| Single square | 1080 x 1080 px | 1:1 | Quotes, infographics, announcements |
| Single portrait | 1080 x 1350 px | 4:5 | Maximum feed space, storytelling |
| Multi-image | 1200 x 627 px each | 1.91:1 | Photo galleries, before/after comparisons |
Portrait (4:5) images take up the most vertical space in the feed, which means more screen time per scroll. This is why many creators favor portrait or square formats over landscape.
For multi-image posts, LinkedIn creates a grid layout. Two images display side by side. Three images show one large and two small. Four or more create a grid with a "+X" overlay if you upload more than four.
Carousel (Document) Dimensions
Recommended size: 1080 x 1080 px (square) or 1080 x 1350 px (portrait)
Format: PDF (exported from your design tool)
Maximum slides: 300 pages (practical limit: 8-12 for engagement)
Carousels are one of LinkedIn's highest-engagement formats. Each slide should be designed as a standalone visual that also flows as part of a sequence. Key considerations:
- Use large text - readers swipe through quickly, and mobile screens shrink everything
- One idea per slide - do not cram multiple points onto a single page
- First slide is your hook - it appears in the feed like a regular image, so make it compelling
- Last slide needs a CTA - tell readers what to do next (follow, comment, visit your site)
- Export as PDF - LinkedIn does not support PowerPoint or Google Slides files directly
Company Page Images
If you manage a company page, you need two additional image sizes.
Company logo:
- Recommended: 300 x 300 pixels
- Minimum: 268 x 268 pixels
- Format: PNG (square, displayed as square)
Company cover image:
- Recommended: 1128 x 191 pixels
- Minimum: 1128 x 191 pixels
- Format: JPG or PNG
The company cover image is significantly wider and shorter than a personal banner. Do not reuse the same file - it will look stretched or cropped incorrectly. Design separate assets for personal and company banners.
Event and LinkedIn Live Images
Event cover image: 1600 x 900 pixels (16:9 ratio)
LinkedIn Live thumbnail: 1200 x 627 pixels
Event images should include the event name, date, and a clear visual hook. LinkedIn displays these in a card format, so the image does most of the selling. Avoid small text - it becomes unreadable in the feed preview.
Article Cover Images
Recommended size: 1200 x 644 pixels
Format: JPG or PNG
Article cover images appear at the top of your LinkedIn article and in the feed when shared. They also serve as the OpenGraph image when someone shares the article link externally.
Use a clean, branded design. Avoid stock photos that look generic - they reduce click-through rates compared to custom graphics or real photography.
Shared Link Preview Images
When you share a URL in a LinkedIn post, the platform automatically pulls the OpenGraph image from the page's metadata. The optimal size for that image is:
Recommended: 1200 x 627 pixels (1.91:1 ratio)
If your link preview image looks wrong, the issue is on the source website's end (missing or incorrectly sized og:image tag), not LinkedIn's. You cannot override it from within LinkedIn.
Mobile vs Desktop: What Changes
LinkedIn images render differently depending on the device. Here is what shifts:
- Banner images lose the left and right edges on mobile. The safe zone is the center 60%
- Post images in landscape format appear smaller on mobile relative to portrait or square
- Profile photos shrink significantly in feed comments and messages
- Carousels are easier to swipe on mobile, which often increases completion rates
Always preview your images on both desktop and mobile before publishing. What looks balanced on a 27-inch monitor might be illegible on a phone screen.
Image File Size and Quality Tips
LinkedIn compresses uploaded images. You cannot avoid this entirely, but you can minimize quality loss:
- Upload at 2x the display size when possible (e.g., 2400 x 1254 for a 1200 x 627 post image)
- Use PNG for graphics with text - JPG compression creates artifacts around sharp edges
- Use JPG for photographs - smaller file size with acceptable quality
- Keep files under 8 MB - LinkedIn's upload limit
- Avoid adding text smaller than 24pt - it becomes unreadable after compression, especially on mobile
Quick Reference Table
| Image Type | Size (px) | Ratio |
|---|---|---|
| Profile photo | 400 x 400 | 1:1 |
| Personal banner | 1584 x 396 | 4:1 |
| Post (landscape) | 1200 x 627 | 1.91:1 |
| Post (square) | 1080 x 1080 | 1:1 |
| Post (portrait) | 1080 x 1350 | 4:5 |
| Carousel slide | 1080 x 1080 or 1080 x 1350 | 1:1 or 4:5 |
| Company logo | 300 x 300 | 1:1 |
| Company cover | 1128 x 191 | ~6:1 |
| Event cover | 1600 x 900 | 16:9 |
| Article cover | 1200 x 644 | ~1.86:1 |
| Link preview (OG) | 1200 x 627 | 1.91:1 |
FAQ
What happens if I upload the wrong image size on LinkedIn?
LinkedIn will auto-crop or resize your image to fit its display container. This often means important elements like text, faces, or logos get cut off. Always match the recommended dimensions before uploading.
What is the best image format for LinkedIn posts?
Use PNG for images containing text, logos, or sharp graphics. Use JPG for photographs. Both formats are accepted, and the file size limit is 8 MB.
Does LinkedIn compress images?
Yes. LinkedIn applies compression to all uploaded images. To minimize quality loss, upload at higher resolutions than the display size and avoid very small text in your designs.
What is the maximum number of images in a LinkedIn post?
You can upload up to 20 images in a single LinkedIn post. After 4 images, LinkedIn displays them in a grid with a "+X" overlay showing how many additional images are available.
Should I use portrait or landscape images on LinkedIn?
Portrait images (4:5 ratio) take up more vertical space in the feed, which can increase engagement. Use portrait for storytelling and announcements. Use landscape for link previews and blog shares where the aspect ratio is predetermined.
Getting your LinkedIn image sizes right takes five minutes of preparation but saves you from looking unprofessional in front of your entire network. Use the dimensions in this guide, preview your posts before publishing, and your visual content will consistently look sharp across every device.
