Resize Photo for Facebook
Prepare posts, cover photos and profile pictures at the proportions Facebook won't crop.
Select an option to continue to cropping.
Drag the image to reposition it
JPEG does not support transparency; transparent areas will use a white background.
Dimensions that avoid crops on Facebook
1200×630 px is the standard ratio to make sure your posts and shared links display fully on the wall. The cover photo (820×312 px) adapts consistently on both desktop and mobile if you stick to this size.
Facebook photo sizes at a glance
| Use | Size | Ratio |
|---|---|---|
| Post / shared link | 1200×630 px | ≈ 1.90:1 |
| Cover photo | 820×312 px | ≈ 2.63:1 |
| Profile picture | 170×170 px | 1:1 |
How to resize a photo for Facebook
- Upload a JPG, PNG or WEBP photo (up to 25 MB). It stays in your browser.
- Choose the size you need from the options above.
- Drag and zoom to frame your photo inside the crop area.
- Download the result as JPG or PNG.
Frequently asked questions
What size should a Facebook post photo be?
1200×630 px (about 1.91:1) is the size this tool uses for posts and shared-link images.
What size is a Facebook cover photo?
820×312 px, about 2.63:1. Facebook crops the sides differently on mobile and desktop, so keep important elements near the center.
What size is a Facebook profile picture?
170×170 px square in this tool. Facebook displays it as a circle and scales it for different places.
Does resizing a photo here lower its quality?
Processing happens in your browser. PNG output is lossless, while JPG is smaller with standard JPEG compression. Facebook may also compress the image again when you upload it.
Does the cover photo look different on mobile vs desktop?
Yes, Facebook crops the sides on mobile. Keeping key elements centered prevents them from being lost.
What's the minimum profile picture size?
170×170 px, though Facebook automatically resizes it for different placements.
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