LinkedIn Cover Photo Dimensions
The LinkedIn cover photo (banner) size is 1584 × 396 pixels at a 4:1 aspect ratio. This is for personal profiles. Company Pages use a smaller banner: 1128 × 191 px.
Profile Picture Overlap
On desktop, the profile picture sits over the bottom-left of the banner at roughly 152 × 152 px. Avoid placing logos, faces, or text in that lower-left area — the profile picture will sit on top of it. On mobile, the profile picture moves to the lower-center.
Mobile Safe Zone
Mobile crops about 30-40% off each side. Keep all critical content inside the center 1128 × 376 area of your 1584 × 396 banner. That guarantees:
- Your name and tagline stay readable
- Logo and brand elements don't get cut
- The banner reads cleanly on every device
File Format
| Format | Use For | File Size |
|---|---|---|
| PNG | Logos, taglines, sharp graphics | Under 2 MB |
| JPG | Photos, scenery, gradients | Under 1 MB |
What to Put on Your LinkedIn Banner
The banner is prime real estate — most viewers see it before reading your headline. High-impact uses:
- Your tagline / value proposition (one sentence, large text)
- A short list of services or skills
- Brand colors and logo (lower-right, away from profile pic overlap)
- A call-to-action link or contact info
Keep text minimal — 8-12 words maximum. Anything more becomes unreadable on mobile.
Tips for a High-Quality LinkedIn Banner
- Upload at 1584 × 396 — looks crisp on retina, scales down well
- Keep critical content in the center 1128 × 376 safe zone
- Avoid the lower-left where the profile picture overlaps on desktop
- Use display-size text: 80+ px in your design file
- Limit text to 8-12 words
- Save in sRGB at under 1 MB
- Need to resize? Use our LinkedIn Photo Resizer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the LinkedIn cover photo size?
The LinkedIn cover photo size is 1584 × 396 pixels at a 4:1 aspect ratio. This is the size for personal profile banners. Company page banners use a similar but slightly different size (1128 × 191 px).
What is the LinkedIn banner size?
The LinkedIn personal profile banner size is 1584 × 396 px. The Company Page banner is 1128 × 191 px. Always design at the larger dimensions and let LinkedIn scale down.
Why does my LinkedIn banner look cropped on mobile?
Mobile crops about 30-40% off each side compared to desktop. Keep critical content (name, tagline, logo) in the center 1128 × 376 area to stay visible on every device.
Where does the LinkedIn profile picture overlap the banner?
On desktop, the profile picture sits over the bottom-left of the banner at roughly 152 × 152 pixels. On mobile, it floats at the lower-center. Avoid placing important text or visuals in the lower-left portion of the banner.
Can I use a video as a LinkedIn cover photo?
No. LinkedIn personal profiles only support static cover images. LinkedIn Pages support a "Cover Story" video on mobile only — 60 seconds max, 9:16 vertical, separate from the static banner.
What file format should I use for a LinkedIn banner?
Use PNG for banners with logos, taglines, or sharp graphics — PNG keeps text crisp. Use JPG for banners that are mostly photo or scenery. Save in sRGB at under 1 MB.
What is the safe zone for a LinkedIn cover photo?
The safe zone — visible on both desktop and mobile — is roughly 1128 × 376 pixels in the horizontal center. Keep your name, tagline, and any important brand elements inside this box, and avoid the lower-left where the profile picture overlaps.