Resize Photo for Twitter / X
Fit posts, profile headers and profile pictures to the dimensions X uses.
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 for your X profile
A post image at 1600×900 px (16:9) displays fully in the timeline without automatic cropping, and a 1500×500 px header keeps your profile picture from covering important parts of the banner.
X / Twitter photo sizes at a glance
| Use | Size | Ratio |
|---|---|---|
| Post image | 1600×900 px | 16:9 |
| Profile header | 1500×500 px | 3:1 |
| Profile picture | 400×400 px | 1:1 |
How to resize a photo for X / Twitter
- 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 photo be for a Twitter / X post?
This tool exports post images at 1600×900 px (16:9). That proportion shows fully in the timeline preview without an automatic crop.
What size is the X (Twitter) header photo?
1500×500 px, a 3:1 proportion. Because the profile picture overlaps part of the header, keep important elements away from the left side and the bottom edge.
What size is the X profile picture?
400×400 px, square. X shows it as a circle, so center the face or logo.
Can I resize a photo for Twitter without losing quality?
Cropping and resizing happen in your browser. PNG export is lossless; JPG is smaller but uses standard JPEG compression. If a photo is smaller than the target size, enlarging it can look soft.
Why does my image get cropped in the timeline?
X fits images to 16:9 in the preview. Posting directly in that ratio avoids unexpected crops.
What profile picture size does X recommend?
400×400 px minimum; the platform displays it in a circular format.
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