Image Specifications
Last verified: 2026. Platforms change requirements — check official documentation for authoritative specs.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Square post | 1080 × 1080 px |
| Portrait post | 1080 × 1350 px |
| Landscape post | 1080 × 566 px |
| Story / Reel | 1080 × 1920 px |
| Formats | JPEG, PNG |
| Max file size | 8 MB (photos) |
Notes
- Instagram compresses uploads — export at high quality to minimise visible compression.
- Transparent PNGs are not displayed with transparency on Instagram; they're composited onto white.