Should I export PNG or JPG?

Use PNG for text-heavy graphics; use JPG for photos; use WebP when smaller files matter.

Why does my text get cropped?

Many platforms overlay UI elements. Keep key text inside a safe zone and avoid placing text at the edges.

Can I export multiple sizes at once?

Yes — use ResizeFX presets and export in one batch.

What's the best YouTube thumbnail size?

Use a 16:9 thumbnail at 1280 × 720 for crisp text.

Do you upload my files?

EchoPixa tools are designed for local, browser-based processing. See the Privacy Policy for details.

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Social Media Image Sizes 2026 (Complete Guide)

Updated size chart for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X, Facebook + a fast export workflow.

Open ResizeFX Create Covers with FrameFX

TL;DR

Use the right aspect ratio to avoid surprise cropping.
Export multiple platform sizes in one pass to save time.
Keep key text inside safe zones for mobile UIs.

Quick Size Chart (Most Used)

Below is a practical size chart you can use as a starting point. Platforms change over time, so treat this as a creator-friendly checklist rather than a hard law.

Platform	Use case	Recommended	Aspect ratio	Notes
Instagram	Post (square)	1080 × 1080	1:1	Keep main subject centered
Instagram	Story / Reels cover	1080 × 1920	9:16	Avoid UI overlays at top/bottom
TikTok	Cover / Post	1080 × 1920	9:16	Use larger text than you think
YouTube	Thumbnail	1280 × 720	16:9	High contrast wins on mobile
X (Twitter)	Header	1500 × 500	3:1	Avatar overlap — keep text away from left
X (Twitter)	Post image	1200 × 675	16:9	Avoid tiny text
Facebook	Post	1200 × 630	1.91:1	Compression can be heavy

Tip: Use ResizeFX presets to export multiple sizes in one click instead of re-editing the same design repeatedly.

Best Practices

Keep key text inside safe zones (especially 9:16).
Export from a high-resolution original to avoid blur.
Prefer PNG for text-heavy graphics; JPG for photos; WebP when you need smaller files.
Avoid re-uploading the same image many times (platform recompression).

Fast Workflow (EchoPixa)

Start with a high-res source image.

Use ResizeFX to select platform presets in batch.

Download all outputs and reuse them across posts.

Common Problems & Fixes

"My text is cropped" → Keep text in safe zones and add padding.
"Image looks blurry" → Export at higher resolution from the original.
"Different platforms need different ratios" → Use batch presets in ResizeFX.

Open ResizeFX Create Covers with FrameFX

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I export PNG or JPG?: Use PNG for text-heavy graphics; use JPG for photos; use WebP when smaller files matter.
Why does my text get cropped?: Many platforms overlay UI elements. Keep key text inside a safe zone and avoid placing text at the edges.
Can I export multiple sizes at once?: Yes — use ResizeFX presets and export in one batch.
What's the best YouTube thumbnail size?: Use a 16:9 thumbnail at 1280 × 720 for crisp text.
Do you upload my files?: EchoPixa tools are designed for local, browser-based processing. See the Privacy Policy for details.

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