How to Resize Images for Social Media

Each social platform has ideal image sizes. Resize your photos to the perfect dimensions for maximum impact and avoid awkward cropping.

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⚠️ The Problem

Your photos get cropped weirdly or look pixelated on social media. Each platform wants different sizes - Instagram square, Facebook cover, Twitter header...

The Solution

Resize images to exact platform dimensions instantly. Get pixel-perfect results for any social network without distortion or unwanted cropping.

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. 1

    Upload Your Image

    Drag and drop the photo you want to resize. Works with JPG, PNG, WebP.

  2. 2

    Choose Dimensions

    Enter exact pixel dimensions or choose aspect ratio. Common sizes: 1080x1080 (Instagram post), 1200x630 (Facebook).

  3. 3

    Position Your Image

    If aspect ratios differ, choose which part of the image to show. Drag to reposition.

  4. 4

    Preview Result

    See exactly how your image will look at the new size. Adjust if needed.

  5. 5

    Download and Upload

    Download your perfectly sized image and post directly to your social platform.

💡 Pro Tips

  • Instagram: 1080x1080 (square post), 1080x1350 (portrait), 1080x608 (landscape)
  • Facebook: 1200x630 (shared post), 820x312 (cover photo)
  • Twitter: 1200x675 (tweet image), 1500x500 (header)
  • LinkedIn: 1200x627 (post), 1584x396 (cover)
  • Start with images larger than your target size - scaling down keeps quality

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best image size for Instagram?
1080x1080 pixels for square posts, 1080x1350 for portrait (shows larger in feed), 1080x608 for landscape.
Will resizing reduce image quality?
Slightly when scaling down, but it's usually imperceptible. Scaling up can cause blur, so start with large originals.
Should I also compress after resizing?
Social platforms compress uploads anyway. Light compression before uploading can help with upload speed.
What if my image doesn't match the aspect ratio?
You'll need to crop. Our tool lets you position the crop area to keep the important parts of your image.
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