LinkedIn Banner Size Guide 2026 — Dimensions, Design Tips & Examples

Your circular profile picture overlaps the bottom-left of the banner. On desktop, this covers roughly a 170×170px area. Keep all logos, text, and key visuals away from the bottom-left quadrant.

On mobile, LinkedIn crops the banner horizontally, showing only the center portion. Any content in the outer ~200px on each side may be invisible to mobile visitors — which is a large portion of LinkedIn's traffic.

The center 950px (roughly) is safe on both desktop and mobile. Place all critical content — name, tagline, logo, CTA — in this zone.

Job seeker / professional

Your title and industry, a brief value statement ("10 years building enterprise SaaS products"), and optionally a link to your portfolio. Clean, minimal, professional color.

Founder / CEO

Company logo, product tagline, and current status. "We help [target customer] do [outcome]." Treat it like a pitch deck header slide.

Freelancer / consultant

What you do, who you do it for, and how to hire you. "UX Designer for B2B SaaS → Available for projects → email@domain.com". Specific and actionable.

Content creator / thought leader

Publication name or newsletter, posting frequency, and the topics you cover. "Writing about AI, startups, and product — every Tuesday."

Step 1

Open LinkedIn Banner Maker

Canvas loads at 1584×396. Choose a template that matches your professional context — minimal, corporate, or creative.

Step 2

Edit your headline

Replace the template headline with your name, title, or value statement. Position text in the center-right of the canvas, away from the profile picture zone on the bottom-left.

Step 3

Set background

Choose a solid professional color or upload a subtle background image. Ensure strong contrast between the background and your text.

Step 4

Download and upload to LinkedIn

Export as JPG (1584×396). On LinkedIn, go to your profile → Edit (pencil icon on the banner) → Upload photo. LinkedIn previews the crop before saving.

What is the LinkedIn banner size in 2026?

1584×396 pixels (4:1 aspect ratio). This is the recommended size for LinkedIn background photos. Design at this resolution to ensure the banner displays at full quality on desktop.

What part of the LinkedIn banner is safe from cropping?

The center 60% of the banner (~950px wide) is safe on both desktop and mobile. Avoid placing important content in the bottom-left corner (profile picture zone) and the outer edges (~200px on each side) which are cropped on mobile.

Does the LinkedIn banner affect profile visibility?

The banner doesn't affect LinkedIn's search algorithm directly. However, a professional banner improves first impressions, which increases connection acceptance rates, InMail response rates, and recruiter credibility.

How often should I update my LinkedIn banner?

Update it when your role, focus, or status changes significantly — new job, new product launch, new specialization. Also update it when you have a major announcement (speaking at a conference, new book, product launch).

What file format is best for LinkedIn banners?

PNG for banners with text, logos, or sharp graphics — it preserves edges without compression artifacts. JPG for photo-based banners. Both formats are accepted up to 8MB, but aim for under 2MB for faster loading.

How do I make my LinkedIn banner stand out from the default?

LinkedIn's default is a flat blue gradient. Any non-default banner immediately stands out. For maximum differentiation, use a dark background (navy, charcoal, dark green) with bold white text, or a professional brand-color design. Avoid generic stock photo backgrounds — they blend in with other attempted custom banners. The most effective banners are simple and specific.

Should I include my contact information on my LinkedIn banner?

Include your website URL if you have one — it is the only place on LinkedIn where clicking a link takes someone directly off LinkedIn to your site. Avoid putting your email address directly on the banner; use the Contact section in your profile for that. A website URL in the banner is actionable and can serve as an indirect conversion tracker for profile traffic.

Can I use the same banner design across LinkedIn, Twitter, and other social profiles?

The dimensions differ across platforms (LinkedIn 1584×396, Twitter 1500×500, Facebook 851×315), so you cannot reuse the same image directly. However, use the same design system — same colors, same font, same core message — and adapt it to each platform's dimensions. Brand consistency across profiles strengthens recognition and signals professional attention to detail.