Resize for Instagram Story
Resize your image to 1080×1920px for full-screen Instagram Stories. Free and instant.
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JPEG, PNG, WebP, AVIF up to 50MB each
Instagram Story Image Guide
Size
1080×1920px (9:16) is the full-screen Story size. This fills the entire phone screen.
Safe Zone
Keep important content away from the top 250px and bottom 250px — UI elements overlay these areas.
File Format
JPG or PNG. Use PNG if your image has text overlays that need to stay crisp.
Duration
Image stories display for 5 seconds. Make sure your message is instantly clear.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size should Instagram Stories be?
1080×1920px (9:16 aspect ratio) for full-screen display. This is the standard vertical phone screen ratio.
What if my image isn't 9:16?
Instagram will add colored bars or crop your image. Resizing to 1080×1920px beforehand ensures it fills the screen perfectly.
Where is the safe zone for Stories?
Keep important content in the center area. The top ~14% and bottom ~14% are covered by Instagram's UI (username, reply bar).
Can I use this for Reels cover images?
Reels cover images use the same 1080×1920px size, so yes!