LinkedIn Profile Picture Dimensions
LinkedIn displays profile pictures at different sizes depending on where they appear:
| Location | Display Size |
|---|---|
| Profile header | 400 × 400 px |
| Search results | 128 × 128 px |
| Feed posts | 48 × 48 px |
| Comments / Messages | 32 × 32 px |
Upload at 1080 × 1080 pixels minimum for retina sharpness across all sizes.
Circular Crop
LinkedIn displays profile pictures inside a circle. Even though you upload a square, the corners get clipped. Place your face — eyes especially — in the center 80% of the square.
What Makes a Strong LinkedIn Headshot
- Face fills ~60% of the frame — full-body shots read as nothing at 32 × 32 px
- Eyes at the upper-third line — improves natural framing
- Solid or softly blurred background — busy backgrounds compete with your face at small sizes
- Friendly, professional expression — neutral or warm smile
- Even, soft lighting — no harsh shadows under the eyes or chin
- Recent — connections expect the photo to look like you in real life
File Format
- JPG: Best for photos and headshots
- PNG: Use for logos / illustrated avatars
- Color mode: sRGB (Adobe RGB shifts skin tones)
Tips for the Best LinkedIn Profile Picture
- Upload at 1080 × 1080 px minimum
- Keep your face in the center 80% — corners get clipped by the circle
- Test legibility at 32 × 32 — many connections only see the icon size
- Use JPG for photos in sRGB color mode
- Pre-compress to under 500 KB for fast loading
- Need 1:1 cropping help? Use our LinkedIn Photo Resizer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the LinkedIn profile picture size?
LinkedIn displays profile pictures at 400 × 400 pixels on the profile page. Upload at 1080 × 1080 pixels minimum so the image stays crisp on retina screens and at smaller display sizes.
What size should I upload for a LinkedIn profile picture?
Upload at 1080 × 1080 pixels for retina sharpness. LinkedIn accepts up to 7680 × 4320 px and files up to 8 MB, but anything over 1080 × 1080 just adds upload time without visible benefit.
Why does my LinkedIn profile picture get cropped?
LinkedIn displays profile pictures inside a circle. About 10-15% at the corners gets clipped. Place your face — eyes especially — in the center 80% of the square so nothing important gets cut.
What is the minimum size for a LinkedIn profile picture?
The minimum size is 400 × 400 pixels. Smaller images get rejected. For best display quality, always upload at 1080 × 1080 pixels.
What makes a good LinkedIn headshot?
A high-converting LinkedIn headshot has: a clear face filling 60% of the frame, eyes at the upper-third line, a solid or softly blurred background, professional but friendly expression, and good even lighting (no harsh shadows). Avoid full-body shots — they read poorly at 32 × 32 px.
Where does the LinkedIn profile picture appear?
It appears in five places: profile header (400 × 400 px), search results (128 × 128 px), feed posts (48 × 48 px), comments (32 × 32 px), and messages (32 × 32 px). Make sure your face reads at the smallest size — many connections only see the icon.
What file format should I use for a LinkedIn profile picture?
Use JPG for photos and headshots — smallest file, best compression for skin tones. PNG works too but adds file size without visible quality gain on a small circular crop. Save in sRGB.