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Facebook story size

The recommended Facebook story size is 1080 × 1920 pixels (9:16 aspect ratio).

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Facebook Story dimensions: 1080×1920 pixels, 9:16 aspect ratio

Specifications

SpecValue
Dimensions (px)1080 × 1920 px
Aspect ratio9:16
Max file size10MB
Supported formatsJPG, PNG, MP4, MOV
Minimum resolution600x1067
Color modesRGB

Design at this size with Moda

Start with a canvas pre-set to 1080×1920px and let AI generate your design.

Create a Facebook story

Design tips

Facebook Stories are 1080×1920 pixels with a 9:16 vertical aspect ratio — identical to Instagram Stories. Stories display full-screen on mobile and are visible for 24 hours. Image stories display for 5 seconds; video stories can be up to 60 seconds.

  • Use 1080×1920px (9:16) — the same dimensions as Instagram Stories for easy cross-posting.
  • Keep critical content within the center 1080×1520 area to avoid being covered by UI elements.
  • Video stories auto-play muted — use text overlays or captions to convey your message without audio.

What you need to know

Facebook Stories use the same 1080×1920 (9:16) format as Instagram Stories, which makes cross-posting straightforward. In fact, you can share Instagram Stories directly to Facebook Stories from the Instagram app. The visual behavior is nearly identical — full-screen vertical on mobile, with UI overlays at the top and bottom.

The top ~200px is overlaid with your profile picture, name, and timestamp. The bottom ~200px shows the reply bar and forward/reaction buttons. Keep all critical text and visuals within the center 1080×1520 safe zone. Stories that aren't 9:16 will be letterboxed or zoomed to fill the screen.

Facebook Stories appear at the top of the News Feed on mobile and in a sidebar on desktop. They're visible for 24 hours and can be saved to Story Highlights (similar to Instagram). Video stories auto-play with sound off, so add captions or text overlays for viewers who don't unmute.

Safe zone: Facebook overlays the profile picture and name at the top, and a reply bar at the bottom. Keep important content in the center 1080×1520 area.

How to create a Facebook story at the right size

  1. 1Open Moda and create a new canvas at 1080×1920 pixels.
  2. 2Design your Facebook story using AI generation or start from a blank canvas.
  3. 3Export as JPG and upload to Facebook.

Frequently asked questions

What size are Facebook Stories?

1080×1920 pixels with a 9:16 aspect ratio — identical to Instagram Stories.

Are Facebook Story and Instagram Story the same size?

Yes, both use 1080×1920px (9:16). You can cross-post directly from Instagram to Facebook Stories.

How long do Facebook Stories last?

Facebook Stories are visible for 24 hours. Image stories display for 5 seconds; video stories can be up to 60 seconds.

Specs last verified: March 19, 2026. Dimensions may change as platforms update their requirements.