Square Image Size Guide: Every Platform in 2026
Square image size, square image dimensions, and social media square size for Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube, TikTok. Complete reference table. Free tool.
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Square Image Sizes – All Platforms (2026)
Social media square size and square image dimensions by platform. All 1:1 ratio. Export at these sizes for best quality.
| Platform | Square Image Size (px) | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| 1080×1080 | Feed posts (recommended) | |
| 512×512 / 1024×1024 | Profile (cropped to circle) | |
| 1024×1024 | Profile (displays 400×400) | |
| 1200×1200 / 1080×1080 | Post images | |
| 300×300 | Company logo | |
| 1080×1080 | Posts, ads | |
| 1024×1024 | Profile (displays 170×170) | |
| Twitter/X | 1080×1080 | In-feed posts |
| Twitter/X | 400×400 / 1024×1024 | Profile picture |
| 1000×1000 | Pins (1:1 works) | |
| YouTube | 800×800 / 1280×1280 | Thumbnails, channel icon |
| TikTok | 1080×1080 | Square videos option |
| Discord | 512×512 | Server icon, avatar |
| Slack | 512×512 / 1024×1024 | Workspace icon |
| E-commerce thumbnails | 800×800 – 1200×1200 | Product grids |
Instagram Square Size & Instagram Photo Square Size
- 1080x1080px – Instagram square size for feed posts (1:1). Instagram photo square size standard.
- 1200x1200px – Higher quality option
- 2048x2048px – Maximum quality for high-res displays
Use 1080×1080 for best balance. See Instagram square image tool.
LinkedIn Square Image Size
LinkedIn square image size varies by use:
- Profile photo: Upload 1024×1024 or higher. Displays at 400×400px circle. LinkedIn square image size for best quality.
- Company logo: 300×300px square. Minimal 48×48 for display.
- Post images: 1200×627 is common; square 1080×1080 also works.
Facebook Square Size
- Feed posts: 1080×1080px for square format.
- Profile picture: Upload 1024×1024; displays 170×170px circle.
- Ads: 1080×1080 works for single-image ads.
Twitter/X Square Size
- In-feed images: 1080×1080 for square posts.
- Profile picture: 400×400 minimum; 1024×1024 recommended.
Pinterest Square Size
Pinterest favors tall images (1000×1500), but square image size 1000×1000 works for product pins and grid layouts.
Profile Picture Sizes
- 512x512px – Standard for Facebook, LinkedIn, Discord
- 1024x1024px – Retina and high-DPI displays
Profile pictures are cropped to circles. Start with a square image so your subject stays centered.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best square image size for Instagram?
1080x1080 pixels is the recommended square image size for Instagram posts. For higher quality, 1200x1200 or 2048x2048 also work well.
What size should profile pictures be?
Profile pictures are typically 512x512 or 1024x1024 pixels. Most platforms crop them to a circle, so square format ensures consistent display.
What is a 1:1 square image?
A 1:1 square image has equal width and height (e.g., 1080x1080). It displays consistently across devices and is the standard for many social platforms.
What is the LinkedIn square image size?
LinkedIn square image size for profile photos: display 400×400px, upload 1024×1024. Company logos: 300×300px square.
What is square size in pixels?
Square size in pixels means equal width and height (e.g. 1080×1080). Common square image sizes: Instagram 1080px, profiles 512–1024px, thumbnails 256–800px.
What are square image dimensions?
Square image dimensions (square dimensions image) are width × height with equal values: 1080×1080, 1024×1024, 512×512. 1:1 aspect ratio.
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