Guide
Instagram Story size (1080×1920)
Best Instagram Story dimensions: 1080×1920 (9:16). Crop (fill) is recommended. Resize locally (no upload), export JPG/PNG.
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Quick tips
- Most common output for this guide: 1080×1920.
- Use Crop when the image should fill the target frame.
- Export JPG for photos, PNG for text-heavy or transparent assets.
Guide summary
Instagram
9:16
1080×1920
Crop
Guide focus
Instagram
Primary surface
Recommended mode
CROP
Fill the frame
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TL;DR3 steps (using this tool)
TL;DR
- Size: 1080×1920.
- Ratio: 9:16.
- Format: JPG for photos, PNG for sharp text or transparency.
3 steps (using this tool)
- Upload your image.
- Choose Crop (fill) or Pad (fit). Crop (fill) gives a native full-frame look.
- Export JPG (photos) or PNG (text/transparency).
Quick tip: open this preset in the resizer and export in one click.
Reference sources
Last checked: 2026-02-05
- Instagram Help: Issues with boosting Stories — Mentions Stories aspect ratio requirement (9:16) when boosting.
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FAQ
Instagram story size 1080x1920 9:16 — is this the correct size?
Yes. Instagram Story size is 1080×1920 (9:16).
Quick tip: Keep key text and faces centered to avoid UI overlap.
Common mistake: Designing edge-to-edge text—top/bottom UI often covers it.
What size is an Instagram Story in pixels?
1080×1920 is the standard Instagram Story size, and it uses a 9:16 ratio.
Quick tip: Search by ratio (9:16) if you need alternative sizes like 720×1280.
Common mistake: Confusing ratio with pixels—ratio is the shape, pixels are the resolution.
Crop or Pad for Instagram Stories?
Use Crop for full-bleed photos; use Pad to keep all text or logos visible.
Quick tip: If your layout has important edges, Pad is safer.
Common mistake: Using Crop on posters—edge text gets cut.
Do you upload my images?
No. Processing happens locally in your browser. Your files are not uploaded.
What size should I use?
Use 1080x1920 (9:16).
Which export format should I use?
JPG for photos, PNG for text/logos or transparency, WebP for smaller files (if supported).
Crop vs Pad — what is the difference?
Crop fills the target size (may cut edges). Pad fits the whole image and adds background/space.
How do I protect text and logos?
Keep important content centered and avoid placing critical text at the edges.
Can I batch resize?
Yes. Use the Batch Resizer to apply the same size to many images.