LinkedIn PFP Recommended Size
LinkedIn displays avatars as circles, but the upload should be a square image. Use 1024×1024 for the sharpest result. PNG or JPG accepted.
- Best upload
- 1024x1024 px
- Aspect ratio
- 1:1 square
- Display
- Circle avatar
- Format
- PNG or JPG
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LinkedIn Profile Picture Size Guide
Best upload size: 1024×1024 pixels
Platform minimum: 400×400 pixels
Display shape: Circle
LinkedIn profile pictures are displayed as circles. The recommended upload size is 400×400 pixels minimum, with 1024×1024 for the best quality.
Where Your LinkedIn Profile Picture Appears
LinkedIn profile pictures are used in search results, connection requests, comments, messages, company pages, and your profile. They also appear in email notifications and third-party sites that pull LinkedIn data.
A good LinkedIn profile photo should show your face clearly, use natural lighting, keep the background simple, and leave enough margin around the head and shoulders so the circular crop does not cut into your face.
How to Look Professional in Your LinkedIn Photo
LinkedIn is a professional network, so your profile picture should reflect that. Use a recent headshot with good lighting and a neutral background. Face the camera directly, smile naturally, and wear what you'd wear to a meeting in your industry.
Avoid group photos, selfies taken at arm's length, heavy filters, and casual settings. The circular crop will hide the edges, so frame your shot from mid-chest up with your face centered. A professional headshot doesn't require a photographer — a phone camera with good lighting works if you crop and center it properly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the recommended LinkedIn profile picture size?
LinkedIn recommends uploading a square image at 400×400 pixels minimum. For the best quality, upload at 1024×1024 pixels or higher. The image is displayed as a circle.
How do I make a professional LinkedIn profile picture?
Upload a professional headshot to our tool, and it will crop it to a perfectly centered square. You can preview how it looks as a circular LinkedIn avatar before downloading.
Should my LinkedIn profile picture be square?
Yes, LinkedIn profile pictures are uploaded as square images and displayed as circles. Make sure your face is centered so it isn't cut off by the circular mask.
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