Twitter/X in-feed photos are 1600 × 900 px (16:9). Header banners are 1500 × 500 px (3:1) and profile pictures are 400 × 400 px.
X kept the legacy Twitter image specs through the rename. Use these 2026 dimensions for in-feed photos, header banners, profile pictures, and cards.
| Asset | Dimensions | Ratio | Format | Max size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-Feed Photo | 1600 × 900 | 16:9 | JPG / PNG | 5 MB |
| Header / Banner | 1500 × 500 | 3:1 | JPG / PNG | 5 MB |
| Profile Picture | 400 × 400 | 1:1 | JPG / PNG | 2 MB |
| Card Image (link preview) | 1200 × 628 | 1.91:1 | JPG / PNG | 5 MB |
Pro tip: X header banners crop ~60 px off the top and bottom on mobile. Keep logos and faces in the center 1500 × 380 px safe zone.
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Why Twitter/X Image Size Matters
X's timeline preview crops images aggressively to 16:9 by default. Uploading at 1600 × 900 px means what you see in the composer is exactly what your followers see in their timeline — no surprise crops.
Header Banner Safe Zone
X banners crop differently on desktop and mobile. The safe zone is roughly the center 1500 × 380 px. Anything at the very top or bottom will be cropped off on mobile.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Vertical or square images — X crops them to 16:9 in the timeline preview.
- Text overlays wider than the safe zone — mobile crops the edges.
- Banners with faces at the top or bottom — mobile crops both.
Frequently asked questions
What size should a Twitter or X image be in 2026?
In-feed photos on Twitter/X are 1600 × 900 px (16:9). This displays without cropping across desktop and mobile.
What size is the X header banner?
The X header banner is 1500 × 500 px (3:1).
Does X crop images that are the wrong ratio?
Yes. X auto-crops images that don't match its preferred ratios, usually to 16:9 in the timeline preview.
What is the X profile picture size?
X profile pictures are 400 × 400 px (1:1). X circle-crops them.
What is the size of an X card image?
The X summary card image (used for link previews) is 1200 × 628 px (1.91:1), the same as Open Graph.
JPG or PNG for Twitter/X posts?
Use JPG for photos and PNG for graphics with sharp text. Both are supported up to 5 MB.