Instagram Image Sizes 2026
Every dimension you need for Instagram posts, stories, reels, and profile — with free tools to resize.
Last updated: August 2026 · Verify current platform specs
Quick Reference
Feed posts: 1080 × 1080px (square) or 1080 × 1350px (portrait). Stories/Reels: 1080 × 1920px. Profile: 320 × 320px. Always upload at the highest resolution within these dimensions.
Complete Size Reference
| Type | Dimensions | Ratio | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post (Square) | 1080 × 1080 | 1:1 | Classic square format |
| Post (Portrait) | 1080 × 1350 | 4:5 | Takes more feed space |
| Post (Landscape) | 1080 × 566 | 1.91:1 | Wider format |
| Story | 1080 × 1920 | 9:16 | Full screen vertical |
| Reel | 1080 × 1920 | 9:16 | Same as Story |
| Carousel | 1080 × 1080 | 1:1 or 4:5 | Up to 10 slides |
| Profile Photo | 320 × 320 | 1:1 | Displays as circle |
| Highlight Cover | 1080 × 1080 | 1:1 | Displays as circle |
Tips for Instagram Images
Upload at maximum resolution
Instagram compresses images. Uploading at 1080px wide ensures the best quality after compression.
Portrait posts get more screen space
4:5 portrait posts take up more of the feed than square posts, potentially increasing engagement.
Keep text away from edges
Instagram may crop images slightly. Keep important text and elements away from the edges.
Resize for Instagram
Written by Image Tools Team
Published: 2026-08-15 · Updated: 2026-08-28