Compress Image for LinkedIn Profile
Photo, Banner & Posts 2025
LinkedIn image sizes and compression tips for profile photos, banners, and post images. Get the sharpest results by uploading optimized images before LinkedIn recompresses them.
LinkedIn Image Size Specifications
| Image Type | Recommended Size | Format | Max Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Profile photo | 400×400 px minimum | JPEG or PNG | 8MB max |
| Banner/Cover image | 1584×396 px | JPEG or PNG | 8MB max |
| Post image | 1200×627 px | JPEG or PNG | 5MB max |
| Article cover | 744×400 px | JPEG or PNG | 5MB max |
Compress Your LinkedIn Images (Free)
FAQ
❓ What size should a LinkedIn profile photo be?
LinkedIn recommends 400×400 pixels for profile photos, JPEG or PNG format, under 8MB. For best quality on retina screens, use 800×800 pixels compressed to under 500KB.
❓ What is the LinkedIn banner image size?
LinkedIn banner (cover photo) should be 1584×396 pixels. Compress to under 1MB JPEG for fast loading without quality loss.
❓ Does LinkedIn compress my photos automatically?
Yes, LinkedIn recompresses all uploaded images. Upload the highest quality version you have — LinkedIn will compress it. Our tool helps you pre-optimize before upload.
❓ Why does my LinkedIn photo look blurry?
LinkedIn aggressively compresses profile photos. Upload at least 800×800 pixels at high quality to minimize LinkedIn's recompression artifacts.