Browser-only image tool
Resize Image for LinkedIn Profile
Get the correct dimensions for every LinkedIn image placement — profile photo (400×400 px), background banner (1584×396 px), and post images (1200×628 px). Resize in your browser with no upload and no account.
Upload your image, set the target dimensions for your LinkedIn placement, and download instantly. Open the resize tool →
LinkedIn image dimensions quick reference
| Placement | Recommended size | File size limit | Formats accepted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Profile photo | 400×400 px (min 200×200) | Under 8 MB | JPG, PNG, GIF |
| Background banner | 1584×396 px | Under 8 MB | JPG, PNG, GIF |
| Post image | 1200×628 px | Under 5 MB | JPG, PNG |
LinkedIn may update specifications — check LinkedIn Help for the latest requirements before uploading.
How it works (3 steps)
- Select your photo. The file stays in your browser — it is never sent to any server.
- Set target dimensions. Enter 400×400 for profile photo, 1584×396 for background banner, or 1200×628 for post images.
- Download and upload to LinkedIn. Your image is ready. Upload directly to the corresponding LinkedIn profile section.
Tips for the best LinkedIn profile photo
- Upload at 800×800 px for sharpest display — LinkedIn recompresses profile photos, and a higher-resolution input produces a sharper output after recompression. 400×400 px is the minimum recommended; 800×800 px is better.
- Centre your face with padding — LinkedIn crops the profile photo to a circle. Ensure your face is centred with visible space around it so the circle crop does not cut off your head or chin.
- Use a simple background — plain backgrounds (white, grey, or a solid professional colour) keep the focus on your face. Busy backgrounds are distracting in the small circular thumbnail.
- Compress the banner image — a 1584×396 px banner image can easily exceed 1 MB. Compress it to 200–400 KB for faster profile loading without visible quality loss.
FAQ
What is the correct size for a LinkedIn profile photo?
LinkedIn recommends 400×400 px, accepts 200×200 to 7680×4320 px, under 8 MB, in JPG, PNG, or GIF. For best sharpness after LinkedIn's recompression, upload at 400×400 px or 800×800 px.
Can I use a square or rectangle photo for LinkedIn?
Profile photos must be square — LinkedIn displays them as circles. Non-square photos are auto-cropped. For background banners use 1584×396 px (wide rectangle). For post images use 1200×628 px.
What is the best image format for LinkedIn — JPG or PNG?
JPG for profile photos (smaller file, excellent quality for portraits). PNG for banners and graphics with text or logos (sharper edges). Both formats are accepted by LinkedIn.
Does LinkedIn compress my photo automatically?
Yes — LinkedIn recompresses all uploaded photos. Uploading at 800×800 px gives LinkedIn's algorithm more data to work with, typically producing a sharper result than uploading at 400×400 px.
Why does my LinkedIn profile photo look blurry?
Usually caused by uploading a low-resolution image (under 300×300 px) or a heavily compressed JPG. LinkedIn upscales small images, causing blur. Upload at 400–800 px wide at 85%+ quality for a sharp result.