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Social Media Images

Create perfectly sized and optimized images for every social media platform with AI-powered design tools.

Overview

Social Media Images lets you generate platform-optimized visuals for posts, stories, feeds, carousels, thumbnails, and banners — all at the exact pixel dimensions each network requires. Choose your platform, pick a content type, customize the AI-generated design, and download a file ready to publish.

Key Features

  • Platform-Specific Dimensions: Pre-configured sizes for Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, Pinterest, and more.
  • Multiple Content Types: Posts, stories, reels, carousels, channel art, thumbnails, and cover photos.
  • AI-Powered Design: Intelligent layout, colour palette, and typography suggestions.
  • Brand Consistency: Maintain your visual identity across every platform.
  • Batch Generation: Create multiple format variations in one session.

Getting Started

From idea to published post in four steps:

1. Choose Platform
2. Select Content Type
3. Customize Design
4. Download & Publish

Select your target social network to load its exact dimension presets, choose between post, story, or other content types, then use the AI tools to add imagery, text, and brand elements. Download the finished file in the optimal format for that platform.

Supported Platforms & Dimensions

Every major social media platform is supported with the professionally verified dimensions each network recommends:

Instagram

Content TypeDimensions (px)Best For
Square Post1080 × 1080Feed posts, product showcases
Portrait Post1080 × 1350Full-portrait feed images
Story / Reels1080 × 1920Stories, behind-the-scenes, short-form video
Carousel Slide1080 × 1080Multi-image posts, step-by-step guides

Facebook

Content TypeDimensions (px)Best For
Feed Post1200 × 630News feed posts with links
Story1080 × 1920Temporary, full-screen stories
Cover Photo1200 × 315Page header image
Event Cover1920 × 1080Event promotion banners

X (Twitter)

Content TypeDimensions (px)Best For
Post Image1200 × 675In-tweet images
Profile Header1500 × 500Account banner
Card Image1200 × 600Link preview cards

LinkedIn

Content TypeDimensions (px)Best For
Post / Article1200 × 627Professional updates, article headers
Company Banner1584 × 396Company page header
Document Post1080 × 1080Carousel / PDF-style posts

YouTube

Content TypeDimensions (px)Best For
Video Thumbnail1280 × 720Clickable video previews
Channel Art2560 × 1440Channel banner (safe zone: 1546 × 423)
Shorts Cover1080 × 1920Short-form video thumbnails

Pinterest

Content TypeDimensions (px)Best For
Standard Pin1000 × 15002:3 ratio — the most shared format
Story Pin1080 × 1920Full-screen story content
Board Cover600 × 600Board thumbnail images

Content Types Explained

Feed Posts

Main content for social media feeds — product showcases, promotional materials, educational graphics, and brand storytelling images.

Stories

Full-screen vertical content for Instagram, Facebook, and X Stories. Ideal for time-sensitive promotions, behind-the-scenes moments, and quick tips.

Carousels

Multi-slide posts that guide viewers through a narrative — step-by-step tutorials, before-and-after comparisons, and product feature highlights.

Thumbnails

High-contrast, click-worthy images sized for YouTube and video platforms. Bold typography and clear subject matter drive higher click-through rates.

Banners & Covers

Wide-format header images for Facebook pages, LinkedIn companies, YouTube channels, and Twitter profiles that establish brand identity at first glance.

Feed Grids

Coordinated sets of images designed to create a cohesive Instagram grid aesthetic or a consistent LinkedIn content series over time.

Best Practices

Design Tips for Higher Engagement

  • Use Correct Dimensions: Always generate at the platform's recommended size — compressed or cropped images lose quality and impact.
  • Keep Text Minimal: Most platforms reduce reach for images with more than 20% text coverage. Use text sparingly and make it large enough to read on mobile.
  • Maintain Brand Consistency: Use the same colour palette, fonts, and logo placement across all platforms for immediate brand recognition.
  • Design for Mobile First: Over 80% of social media is consumed on phones — preview your design at small sizes before publishing.
  • Include a Clear CTA: If your image has a goal (click, save, share), include one clear call-to-action that guides the viewer.

Visual Hierarchy Tips

  • Hero Element First: Lead with the most important visual element — your product, face, or key graphic — positioned prominently.
  • Contrast for Readability: Ensure sufficient contrast between text and background, especially for overlay text on images.
  • Consistent Padding: Leave breathing room around edges; content too close to borders gets clipped by some platforms.

Frequently Asked Questions

What file format should I download for each platform?
Use JPG for photographs and images with complex colour gradients (smaller file size). Use PNG for graphics with text, logos, or transparent backgrounds. Use WebP when file size is critical and the platform supports it (Instagram, Facebook, and most modern apps do).
Why does my image look different after uploading to the platform?
Social networks re-compress uploaded images. To minimise quality loss: export at the highest supported quality (PNG for graphics, JPG at 90%+ quality), use the exact recommended dimensions so the platform does not resize, and check that your colour profile is sRGB.
Can I generate images for multiple platforms at once?
Yes — use the batch generation feature to create the same design adapted to multiple platform dimensions in one session. This ensures visual consistency across your entire cross-platform campaign without regenerating from scratch.
Which platform dimensions should I choose if I only have time to create one version of an image?
Prioritise the Square Post (1080 × 1080) format — Instagram, LinkedIn Document Posts, and Pinterest Board Covers all accept this ratio, and most platforms will letterbox or lightly crop a square image acceptably rather than distort it. If your primary channel is Stories-first (Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest Story Pins), use the 1080 × 1920 vertical format instead.