Resize Image for Instagram

    Resize images for Instagram posts, stories, reels covers, and profile pictures.

    Size Preset
    Resize Mode

    Fits image inside bounds, adds padding if needed.

    Format
    Quality: 90%
    Upload an image to preview

    Instagram Image Tips

    • Portrait posts (4:5) get the most screen space in the feed.
    • Stories and Reels are 9:16 vertical format.
    • Use high-res images — Instagram compresses aggressively.

    What This Tool Does

    This tool resizes images to fit Instagram's formats for feed posts, stories, reels covers, and profile pictures. Upload your image, select a preset, and download the result sized for Instagram.

    Instagram uses specific aspect ratios for each content type. Images that fall outside these ratios are cropped automatically, which can cut off important parts of your visual. Resizing gives you control over the final result.

    When to Use This Tool

    • Preparing a square, portrait, or landscape image for your Instagram feed.
    • Creating story-sized images or promotional graphics.
    • Resizing a profile picture that looks sharp at small display sizes.
    • Formatting cover images for Instagram Reels or Highlights.
    • Preparing product images for Instagram Shopping posts.

    How to Use This Tool

    1. Upload your image by dragging it into the tool or clicking to browse.
    2. Select an Instagram preset such as Feed Post, Story, or Profile Picture.
    3. Choose your resize mode: Fit keeps the full image, Fill crops to exact dimensions.
    4. Preview the resized image to check for any cropping issues.
    5. Download and upload directly to Instagram.

    Best Practices for Images

    • Instagram supports aspect ratios from 1.91:1 (landscape) to 4:5 (portrait) in the feed. Anything outside this range is cropped.
    • For stories, use a 9:16 vertical format to fill the entire screen.
    • Keep key content in the center third of the image — mobile users on smaller screens may see slight edge cropping.
    • Use high-quality source images since Instagram compresses uploads. Starting with a sharp original produces a better final result.
    • Check how your resized image fits into your overall feed grid before posting.

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