X (Twitter) Post Image specs
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Size | 1600 × 900 pixels |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| File size | Not a concern at this size: the platform compresses uploads |
| Shown as | A rectangle |
X shows single images in the timeline at 16:9 on desktop and crops taller images to a preview, so put the important part in the middle.
Other X (Twitter) sizes
| Image | Size | Ratio |
|---|---|---|
| Header | 1500 × 500 | 3:1 |
| Profile photo | 400 × 400 | 1:1 |
Make one that fits
The social media image resizer opens with this size selected. Drop in your image, click the part that must stay in frame, and download it at exactly 1600 × 900. It runs in your browser, so the image is never uploaded.