Pinterest sizes
Pinterest's visual-first platform requires precise image dimensions for maximum impact. The platform uses a masonry grid layout where vertical content naturally occupies more space, so aspect ratio is a major layout consideration.
The essential size to know is 1000×1500px (2:3) for standard pins — this is Pinterest's recommended format. Idea Pins use 1080×1920px (9:16), and profile pictures should be 600×600px. Here are all the current specs.
Quick reference
| Format | Dimensions | Ratio | Max size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Pin | 1000 × 1500 px | 2:3 | 20MB |
| Idea Pin | 1080 × 1920 px | 9:16 | 20MB |
| Board Cover | 600 × 600 px | 1:1 | 20MB |
| Profile Picture | 600 × 600 px | 1:1 | 20MB |
Standard Pin1000×1500px
The recommended Pinterest pin size is 1000×1500 pixels with a 2:3 vertical aspect ratio. This is the standard Pinterest format, and vertical pins take up more visual space than square or horizontal formats. Pinterest supports images up to 20MB in PNG or JPG.
Pinterest's feed is a masonry grid layout where pins of different heights sit side by side. Vertical 2:3 pins (1000×1500) are a practical default — tall enough to stand out in the feed without being so long that Pinterest truncates them. Pins taller than roughly 2.1:1 (1000×2100) can be cut off in the feed with a 'See more' overlay, which reduces how much of the design is visible at a glance.
Dimensions
1000×1500
Aspect ratio
2:3
Max file size
20MB
Formats
PNG, JPG
Also supports
Best practices
- •Use 2:3 vertical (1000×1500px) when you want the standard Pinterest pin layout.
- •Upload as PNG with sRGB profile — Pinterest converts everything to JPEG internally, and PNG preserves the most quality through conversion.
- •Keep pins under 2.1:1 ratio — anything taller gets truncated in the feed with a 'See more' overlay.
Idea Pin1080×1920px
Pinterest Idea Pins (formerly Story Pins) are 1080×1920 pixels in a 9:16 full-screen vertical format. Idea Pins support up to 20 pages mixing images and video clips, making them Pinterest's most immersive content format. They appear full-screen when tapped and are designed for step-by-step tutorials, recipes, and how-to content.
Idea Pins are Pinterest's multi-page, full-screen format — similar to Instagram Stories but designed for evergreen content rather than ephemeral posts. Each Idea Pin can have up to 20 pages, each page being a 9:16 image or video clip. Unlike Stories on other platforms, Idea Pins don't disappear after 24 hours — they live permanently on your profile and in search results.
Dimensions
1080×1920
Aspect ratio
9:16
Max file size
20MB
Formats
PNG, JPG, MP4, MOV
Best practices
- •Design at 1080×1920px (9:16) per page — each Idea Pin supports up to 20 pages.
- •Keep text away from the bottom 260px where Pinterest shows creator info and the top 180px for navigation.
- •Use Idea Pins for tutorials, recipes, and step-by-step content where a multi-page format helps tell the story.
Board Cover600×600px
Pinterest board covers should be uploaded at 600×600 pixels (1:1 square). Pinterest crops the square image to a landscape format (approximately 222×150px) for display on your profile's board grid. Center your content vertically since the top and bottom edges may be cropped.
Board covers serve as the thumbnail image for each board on your Pinterest profile. They display as small landscape rectangles in the board grid — approximately 222×150 pixels on desktop. Pinterest crops your uploaded image to fit this landscape frame, cutting from the top and bottom of a square upload.
Dimensions
600×600
Aspect ratio
1:1
Max file size
20MB
Formats
PNG, JPG
Best practices
- •Upload at 600×600px (1:1 square) — Pinterest will crop to landscape, so center your design vertically.
- •Create a consistent set of covers with matching style, colors, and typography across all boards.
- •You can use any existing pin as a board cover, or upload a custom image specifically for the cover.
Profile Picture600×600px
Pinterest profile pictures should be 600×600 pixels in a 1:1 square format. They display as circles across the platform — on your profile page, next to your pins in the feed, and in search results. The minimum size is 165×165px, but uploading at 600×600 ensures clarity on all devices.
Pinterest profile pictures appear in several places: your profile page header, next to your pins and Idea Pins in the feed, in search results when your content appears, and in the 'Creator' section of pin detail pages. The image is always displayed as a circle, so corners of the square upload are cropped.
Dimensions
600×600
Aspect ratio
1:1
Max file size
20MB
Formats
PNG, JPG
Best practices
- •Upload at 600×600px — the minimum 165×165 will look blurry on modern high-DPI screens.
- •Design within a circular safe zone — Pinterest displays profile pictures as circles everywhere.
- •Use a simple, recognizable image — your profile picture appears as small as 32px in notifications and feeds.
Frequently asked questions
What are all the Pinterest image sizes?
Standard Pin: 1000×1500px (2:3), Idea Pin: 1080×1920px (9:16), Board Cover: 600×600px (1:1, cropped to landscape), Profile Picture: 600×600px (1:1, displayed as circle).
What is the best aspect ratio for Pinterest?
2:3 vertical (1000×1500px) for standard pins. This is Pinterest's officially recommended ratio.
Does Pinterest compress images?
Yes. Pinterest converts all uploaded images to 8-bit RGB JPEG regardless of source format. Upload as PNG with sRGB color profile for the best quality through this conversion. Custom color profiles (Adobe RGB, ProPhoto) are not supported and may cause color shifts.
What happens if my Pinterest pin is too tall?
Pins taller than approximately 2.1:1 (e.g., 1000×2100px) are truncated in the feed with a ‘See more’ overlay, which reduces how much of the design is visible at a glance. Keep pins at 2:3 (1000×1500px) or shorter.
What is the maximum Pinterest image file size?
20MB when uploading from desktop, 32MB from the mobile app. For optimal loading speed, keep images under 5MB. Pinterest accepts PNG and JPG.
Other platform guides
Guide last verified: March 19, 2026. This hub summarizes 4 formats and cites 7 sources across this page and the linked format pages.
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