Pinterest Image & Video Sizes
Every Pinterest image and video size for 2026: exact dimensions, aspect ratios, and file specs for posts, stories, profiles, ads, and thumbnails — in one reference.
All current Pinterestimage and video dimensions for 2026. Dimensions are in pixels (width × height). Aspect ratios marked with ~ are approximate.
Pinterest Pins
| Surface | Dimensions (px) | Ratio | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Pin (Portrait) | 1000 × 1500 | 2:3 | Pinterest's preferred ratio; best for visibility and saves in the home feed. |
| Square Pin | 1000 × 1000 | 1:1 | Works well for product imagery; takes less vertical real estate in-feed. |
| Long Pin | 1000 × 2100 | 1:2.1 | Maximum allowed height. Pinterest clips anything taller than 1:2.1 in the feed. |
Pinterest Idea Pins
| Surface | Dimensions (px) | Ratio | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idea Pin | 1080 × 1920 | 9:16 | Multi-page story format. Up to 20 pages; max 60 seconds per video page. |
Pinterest Profile
| Surface | Dimensions (px) | Ratio | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Profile Photo | 165 × 165 | 1:1 | Displayed as a circle. Max file size 10 MB. |
Pinterest Cover & Banner
| Surface | Dimensions (px) | Ratio | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Board Cover | 222 × 150 | ~1.48:1 | Cropped from your Pin images by default; you can set a custom cover image. |
| Profile Cover | 800 × 450 | 16:9 | Video or image header shown at the top of your Pinterest profile. |
Pinterest Ads
| Surface | Dimensions (px) | Ratio | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Promoted Pin | 1000 × 1500 | 2:3 | Same spec as organic. Max 10 MB for images; max 2 GB for video. |
| Square Promoted Pin | 1000 × 1000 | 1:1 | Used for collection ads or when creative assets are square-native. |
| Video Ad | 1080 × 1920 | 9:16 | Max 2 GB. Duration: 4 seconds to 15 minutes. |
How it works
- 1
Find the right surface
Browse the grouped tables — Posts, Stories & Reels, Profile, Cover & Banner, or Ads — and locate the surface that matches what you're creating.
- 2
Design at native resolution
Create your asset at the exact pixel dimensions listed. Scale down only after designing at full resolution to keep edges crisp.
- 3
Respect the aspect ratio
Most platforms crop to the listed ratio if you upload a mismatched size. Check the Notes column for safe-zone boundaries before placing text or logos.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best Pinterest image size?
The recommended Pinterest image size is 1000 × 1500 (2:3). Pinterest's preferred ratio; best for visibility and saves in the home feed.
What size are Pinterest Idea Pins?
Pinterest Idea Pins should be 1080 × 1920 at a 9:16 aspect ratio. Multi-page story format. Up to 20 pages; max 60 seconds per video page.
What size is the Pinterest profile photo?
The Pinterest profile photo should be 165 × 165 (1:1). Displayed as a circle. Max file size 10 MB.
What aspect ratio does Pinterest use?
Pinterest supports multiple aspect ratios depending on the content type. The primary format is 2:3 (1000 × 1500), while Idea Pins use 9:16. Always check the spec table above for the exact ratio of each surface.
What file format should I use for Pinterest images?
JPEG is best for photographs and complex imagery. PNG is better for graphics, text, or anything with transparency. Keep file sizes as small as possible without visible quality loss to improve load speed and avoid compression artifacts on upload.
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