How to Resize Images for Social Media (Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube)

Published: 2026-02-07 | Read Time: 4 min read

Quickly crop and resize graphics to perfect aspect ratios for Instagram posts, Stories, LinkedIn banners, and YouTube thumbnails.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Instagram crop my photo when uploading?

Instagram automatically crops any feed image that does not fit between 1:1 (square) and 4:5 (vertical portrait). Resizing beforehand ensures your full photo is visible.