Step by step
- Open the Social Media Cropper and choose an image.
- Pick the platform size you need from the list.
- Drag, pinch or use the zoom slider to frame the shot.
- Download the image, or resize a whole set with a preset in the Batch Image Resizer.
Image sizes by platform
| Platform | Post type | Size in pixels |
|---|---|---|
| Portrait post | 1080 x 1350 | |
| Square post | 1080 x 1080 | |
| Instagram, TikTok, YouTube Shorts | Story, Reel, vertical video cover | 1080 x 1920 |
| YouTube | Thumbnail | 1280 x 720 |
| YouTube | Channel banner | 2560 x 1440 (safe area 1546 x 423) |
| Link or shared image | 1200 x 630 | |
| Page cover | 851 x 315 on desktop | |
| X (Twitter) | Single image post | 1600 x 900 |
| Post image | 1200 x 627 | |
| Standard pin | 1000 x 1500 |
Safe zones matter
Vertical video apps put buttons, captions and profile names over the edges of your image. Keep faces and text in the middle of a 1080 x 1920 frame, with roughly 250 pixels clear at the top and bottom. Banners and covers are cropped differently on phones and desktops, so keep the important part in the center.
Tips
Design once at the biggest size, then crop copies for each platform.
Platforms change their layouts often. Check a preview before an important campaign.
Check YouTube titles and thumbnails together in the Thumbnail Previewer.
Ready to try it?
The Social Media Cropper is free, needs no sign up, and your files never leave your device.
Open the Social Media CropperFrequently asked questions
What is the best all round size?
There is no single size, but 1080 x 1350 works well on Instagram and Facebook feeds, and 1080 x 1920 covers all vertical video apps.
Why do my images look blurry after upload?
Platforms recompress uploads. Starting at the exact recommended size avoids an extra resize step that softens images.
Should I upload PNG or JPG?
JPG for photos. PNG for graphics with text or flat colors, which can stay crisper.
Are my images uploaded to GlowPress?
No. Cropping happens on your device in the browser.