What is the recommended header size for Twitter?

The recommended header size for Twitter is 1500×500 pixels. This size ensures that your header is clear and visible on all devices without compression artifacts.

What is the safe zone for a Twitter header?

The safe zone for a Twitter (X) header is roughly the center 40% of the image — about 600×200 pixels centered in the 1500×500 canvas, spanning roughly 450 to 1050 px horizontally. Mobile displays crop the header to approximately that central region, so keep logos, faces, and text away from the left and right edges to avoid them being cut off.

What is the Twitter header size for X (formerly Twitter)?

After the rebrand to X, the header dimensions have not changed. Your X (Twitter) banner should still be 1500×500 pixels. The same safe zone and 3:1 aspect ratio apply.

Why is my Twitter header blurry?

A blurry Twitter header usually means the image was uploaded at a lower resolution and Twitter upscaled it. Use 1500×500 pixels at minimum and save as PNG or high-quality JPG (under 5MB). Our resizer outputs at exactly 1500×500 so the header renders sharply.

How do I change my header size on Twitter?

Go to your Twitter (X) profile and click "Edit profile." Tap your current header image to upload a new one. Twitter will let you position the image before saving. Start with a 1500×500 pixel image to avoid any cropping you did not intend.

How can I make my Twitter header more effective?

Keep your header simple and on-brand. Use your brand colors, a clear tagline, or a photo that represents your work. Ensure any text sits inside the central safe zone. Avoid placing critical content at the far left or right edges since mobile users will not see it.

What is the maximum file size for a Twitter header?

The maximum file size for a Twitter (X) header is 5MB. For the sharpest results, upload a PNG or high-quality JPG at 1500×500 pixels. Smaller files load faster but should still meet the minimum resolution.

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Your Twitter (X) header is the first thing visitors see. The required size is 1500×500 pixels at a 3:1 ratio. Upload any image and resize it to the exact Twitter banner dimensions in seconds.

X (Twitter) header / banner size

X (Twitter) header / banner size: 1500×500 px, 3:1 aspect ratio, JPG or PNG, max 5 MB.

Mobile shows a center-cropped strip of roughly 600×200 px. Keep text and logos inside the central 40% safe zone so nothing important is cut off on phones.

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Sources

We check platform-specific dimensions against source documentation when available.

X Help Center — Profile Header Photo - X recommends a header image of 1500×500 pixels with a 3:1 aspect ratio.

Why 1500×500 Pixels?

Twitter (X) uses a 3:1 aspect ratio for headers. 1500×500 pixels gives you the full canvas without compression or upscaling. Mobile users see a center-cropped portion, so keep logos and text away from the left and right edges. On desktop the full 1500×500 is visible; on mobile Twitter crops to roughly 600×200 from the center.

First Impressions at Profile Level

Your header is the first thing visitors see on your profile. A stretched or pixelated banner makes your entire account look unprofessional. The right dimensions signal you know what you're doing.

Create Your Perfect Header

Upload your image. We resize to exactly 1500×500 pixels. Works with photos, graphics, or brand assets. Download and upload directly to Twitter.

How to resize an image for a Twitter (X) header?

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Step 1: Choose a wide, horizontal image
Twitter headers are 1500×500 pixels at a 3:1 ratio — very wide and short. A landscape photo, a branded graphic, or a professional background works well. Portrait photos will be heavily cropped.
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Step 2: Upload and resize to 1500×500 pixels
Upload your image and the tool resizes it to exactly 1500×500 pixels. Position the most important content in the center 40% of the canvas — roughly 450 to 1050 px horizontally — as mobile crops the far left and right edges.
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Step 3: Download and upload to Twitter (X)
Download your resized header. On Twitter, go to your profile, click "Edit profile," then click the camera icon on the banner area. Upload the 1500×500 image and click Apply.

FAQ

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The Twitter (X) header size is 1500×500 pixels with a 3:1 aspect ratio. This is the recommended resolution for a sharp, non-compressed banner on both desktop and mobile.

All Twitter Image Sizes

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