X (Twitter) Header Size Resizer
Crop your image to a 1500 × 500 X header and see the areas that get cropped and covered by your profile photo.
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1Add your imageJPG, PNG, WEBP · or paste
2Choose platform & size
3Fit & adjust
How to use X (Twitter) Header Size Resizer
- 1
Add your image
Drop a wide photo or design.
- 2
Frame it
Drag and zoom inside the 3:1 frame; the guides show the cropped bands and the profile photo.
- 3
Download
Download a JPG, PNG or WEBP at the exact size, ready to upload.
X (Twitter) image sizes
| Format | Size (px) | Ratio | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Header | 1500 × 500 | 3:1 | Top and bottom ~60 px may be cropped |
| Profile photo | 400 × 400 | 1:1 | Max 2 MB, shown as a circle |
| Post image | 1200 × 675 | 16:9 | Up to 5 MB |
| Post square / portrait | 1080 × 1080 / 1080 × 1350 | 1:1 / 4:5 | Up to 5 MB |
Keep it visible
Depending on the screen, up to about 60 px at the top and bottom of the header are cropped, and your profile photo covers part of the lower-left corner. Keep text in the middle band and towards the right.
Sources: Sked Social size guide (2026).
Frequently asked questions
What is the X header size?
1500 × 500 px (3:1).
Why is my header cropped?
X crops up to about 60 px at the top and bottom on some screens.
What size is the X profile photo?
400 × 400 px, max 2 MB.
What is the best size for images in posts?
1200 × 675 px (16:9), or 1080 × 1080 / 1080 × 1350.
Is my image uploaded?
No. Resizing happens in your browser; your image never leaves your device.
Does resizing reduce quality?
Downscaling keeps images sharp. Upscaling a small image cannot add detail, so start from the largest original you have.