Twitter/X Image Size Guide for Posts, Headers, and Profiles
Prepare Twitter/X post images, profile photos, and header banners without awkward crops.
Open the related CropYourImage tool
| Format | Width | Height | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post image | 1600 | 900 | Wide 16:9 creative for posts. |
| Header | 1500 | 500 | Wide banner with centered content. |
| Profile photo | 400 | 400 | Square avatar source. |
Quick answer
Twitter/X images are often viewed quickly in a crowded feed, so clarity matters more than decoration. A 1600 x 900 post image gives a clean 16:9 source that works well for announcements, product screenshots, and article visuals.
The header is a very wide canvas. Because profile information can overlap the lower-left area depending on device, keep key text and faces away from edges. Use the center as the safest zone and test the banner at mobile width before publishing.
Profile photos are shown in circular crops, so upload a square image and keep the logo or face centered. Avoid thin borders at the edge because they can disappear when masked.
Recommended workflow
- Start with the largest clean source image you have.
- Choose the exact destination size before adding final text.
- Crop visually so the subject, logo, and key message stay inside the safe area.
- Export in JPG for photos, PNG for crisp graphics, or WebP for web use.
Checklist
- Use 1600 x 900 for wide post images.
- Use 1500 x 500 for headers.
- Keep header content centered.
- Use a square centered profile photo.