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Twitter/X Header Size 2026: Profile & Banner Dimensions

X (formerly Twitter) image dimensions for profiles, headers, and posts — updated for 2026.

By Sandeep Maddheshiya · Published 2026-02-05 · Updated 2026-02-20

X/Twitter image sizes

Image typeDimensions
Header/banner1500×500 px
Profile photo400×400 px
Post image1200×675 px (16:9)
Card image1200×628 px

Tips

  • Header image: Keep text and logos away from edges — profile photo overlaps the bottom-left on desktop.
  • Profile photo: Displayed as a circle, so centre your face.
  • Use PhotoResizer.in for exact pixel dimensions.

Technical Verification & Standards Compliance for Digital Submissions

When uploading photographs, signatures, or official records to government portals, visa processing systems, or recruitment boards, strict automated validation scripts evaluate both visual clarity and physical file parameters. Minor errors—such as non-standard aspect ratios, improper pixel dimensions, high compression artifacts, or unstripped EXIF headers—frequently trigger instant system rejections.

Image Dimension & Aspect Ratio Math

Official forms specify exact physical measurements (e.g., 3.5cm × 4.5cm) or pixel boundaries (e.g., 350×450px). Converting physical units into digital resolution requires applying exact DPI scales: Pixels = (Millimeters / 25.4) × DPI.

Local WebBrowser Compression Engine

PhotoResizer.in uses client-side HTML5 Canvas and WebAssembly algorithms to compress image streams down to specific KB limits (10KB, 20KB, 50KB, 100KB, 200KB) entirely inside your web browser. Visual data never leaves your device.

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Sandeep Maddheshiya

Founder & Lead Developer

Sandeep is a web engineer passionate about privacy and performance. He built PhotoResizer.in to help students bypass frustrating exam portal limitations securely.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size is the Twitter/X header image?

1500×500 pixels with a 3:1 aspect ratio. This is the standard banner size for X profiles.

Ready to resize and format your documents?

Use PhotoResizer.in to compress photographs and digital signatures to exact KB targets without losing quality. All operations execute 100% locally in your browser sandbox for absolute privacy.