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TikTok Image Size: Every Dimension for Profiles, Videos, and Thumbnails (2026)
Getting the wrong TikTok image size means cropped faces, blurry thumbnails, and rejected ads. This reference covers every dimension you need — profile photos, video covers, thumbnails, and advertising formats — so you can upload once and move on.
TikTok Image Sizes at a Glance
| Asset | Dimensions (px) | Aspect Ratio | Max File Size | Accepted Formats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Profile photo | 200 × 200 (min) | 1:1 | 5 MB | JPG, PNG |
| Video | 1080 × 1920 | 9:16 | 287.6 MB | MP4, MOV, WebM |
| Video thumbnail | 1080 × 1920 | 9:16 | 5 MB | JPG, PNG |
| Cover image (profile grid) | 1080 × 1920 | 9:16 | 5 MB | JPG, PNG |
| TikTok Now photo | 1080 × 1920 | 9:16 | 5 MB | JPG, PNG |
| In-Feed ad image | 1200 × 628 or 640 × 640 | 1.91:1 or 1:1 | 500 KB | JPG, PNG |
| TopView ad | 1080 × 1920 | 9:16 | 500 KB | JPG, PNG |
| Branded Effect thumbnail | 162 × 162 | 1:1 | 1 MB | PNG |
| Spark Ad image | 1200 × 628 | 1.91:1 | 500 KB | JPG, PNG |
Bookmark this table. It is the only reference you need for TikTok assets.
TikTok Video and Thumbnail Dimensions
Spec: 1080 × 1920 pixels, 9:16 aspect ratio.
Every TikTok video — whether filmed in-app or uploaded — renders at 9:16. Shoot or export at exactly 1080 × 1920 for the sharpest result. TikTok will accept other resolutions, but anything that deviates from 9:16 gets letterboxed with black bars or auto-cropped.
Thumbnails pull from a frame of your video by default. You can also upload a custom thumbnail image at 1080 × 1920. Custom thumbnails are worth the effort — they control what shows on your profile grid and in search results. A few practical tips:
- Place key text and faces in the center 80% of the frame. TikTok's UI overlays the bottom 15% with your caption and the right edge with action buttons.
- Keep file size under 5 MB. If your exported thumbnail is larger, run it through Pixotter's compressor to drop the weight without visible quality loss.
- Use PNG for text-heavy thumbnails (sharper edges) and JPG for photo-based ones (smaller files).
TikTok Profile Photo Size
Spec: 200 × 200 pixels minimum, displayed as a circle.
TikTok crops your profile photo into a circle, so keep your subject centered and away from the edges. Upload at least 400 × 400 for a crisp result on high-density screens — 200 × 200 is the floor, not the target.
The safe zone is roughly the inner 70% of the square. Anything near the corners gets clipped by the circular mask. If you are repurposing a square logo, add padding around it before uploading.
File size limit is 5 MB. JPG and PNG both work. Transparent PNGs will render with a white background behind the circle.
TikTok Ad Image Sizes
TikTok Ads Manager enforces strict specs. Uploading the wrong size triggers a rejection that can delay your campaign by a review cycle.
In-Feed Ads
Spec: 1200 × 628 (landscape, 1.91:1) or 640 × 640 (square, 1:1).
In-feed image ads appear between organic videos in the For You feed. The 1.91:1 landscape format gets more real estate on screen, but the 1:1 square format works better if you are reusing assets from Instagram or Facebook. Keep file size under 500 KB — TikTok will reject anything larger.
TopView Ads
Spec: 1080 × 1920, 9:16 aspect ratio, under 500 KB.
TopView is the full-screen placement that appears when a user opens TikTok. These are premium placements with strict creative review. Use the same 1080 × 1920 canvas as organic content, but compress aggressively to stay under the 500 KB limit.
Branded Effects
Spec: 162 × 162 thumbnail, 1:1, PNG only.
The effect thumbnail is what users see in the effects tray. At 162 × 162, every pixel counts — use a simple, high-contrast icon. No fine text.
How to Resize Images for TikTok
Instead of juggling different apps for each asset type, handle everything in one step with Pixotter's resize tool:
- Drop your image onto pixotter.com/resize.
- Enter the target dimensions — 1080 × 1920 for video thumbnails, 400 × 400 for profile photos, 1200 × 628 for in-feed ads.
- Pick a resize mode. "Cover" fills the frame and crops edges. "Contain" fits the image within the frame and adds padding. For TikTok thumbnails, "Cover" is almost always what you want.
- Download. The result is ready to upload.
If the file is still too large for TikTok's limits, chain it through Pixotter's compressor to hit the target file size. Both tools run in your browser — no upload to a server, no waiting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best TikTok image size for profile photos?
Upload at 400 × 400 pixels or larger, square, with your subject centered. TikTok displays it as a circle and requires a minimum of 200 × 200.
Can I upload a custom TikTok video thumbnail?
Yes. Upload a 1080 × 1920 JPG or PNG under 5 MB. Custom thumbnails are available to all accounts — you select or upload one during the post flow.
What happens if my image is the wrong size?
TikTok auto-crops or letterboxes it. For ads, the wrong size triggers a creative rejection. Always match the exact dimensions to avoid surprises.
What format should I use — JPG or PNG?
Use JPG for photos and complex images (smaller file size). Use PNG for graphics, screenshots, or anything with text (sharper edges). Both are accepted everywhere on TikTok.
Are TikTok ad image sizes different from organic post sizes?
Yes. Organic content uses 1080 × 1920 (9:16). In-feed ads accept 1200 × 628 (landscape) or 640 × 640 (square). TopView ads use 1080 × 1920 but enforce a stricter 500 KB file size limit.
For Instagram dimensions, see our Instagram image size guide. Building thumbnails for YouTube instead? Check the YouTube thumbnail size reference.