Question 1

What is the best Instagram post size?

Accepted Answer

1080×1080 pixels for square posts and 1080×1350 for portrait posts. Instagram compresses images that do not match these dimensions.

Question 2

What size are Instagram Stories?

Accepted Answer

Stories are 1080×1920 pixels at a 9:16 aspect ratio. Leave the bottom ~250px free for the interface.

Question 3

Why is my Instagram photo blurry?

Accepted Answer

Instagram recompresses images that are too large or the wrong aspect ratio. Resize to the exact preferred dimensions before uploading.

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Instagram Image Size FAQ