LinkedIn Profile Picture Size: The Right Dimensions
LinkedIn's recommended profile picture size is 400 × 400 pixels, uploaded as a square image — LinkedIn crops it into the circle you see everywhere on the platform. Upload something smaller and it gets stretched to fit, which is the most common cause of a blurry profile photo.
The specs
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Recommended size | 400 × 400 px |
| Minimum size | 200 × 200 px |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1 (square) |
| File types | JPG, PNG, GIF (static) |
| Max file size | 8 MB |
Because the final display is a circle, LinkedIn crops equally from all four sides of your square upload — anything important near the corners (a logo, text, the edge of a badge) gets cut off first. Keep the subject centered and leave margin on every side rather than filling the whole square edge to edge.
Why it looks pixelated after upload
Same two causes as the LinkedIn banner: the source image is smaller than 200 × 200 px and LinkedIn is stretching it to fit, or it's a non-square image being force-cropped into the circle in a way that cuts off part of the subject. Export a square crop at 400 × 400 px or larger before uploading, and check the circular preview LinkedIn shows during upload rather than assuming the crop matches what you intended.
Frequently asked questions
What is the recommended LinkedIn profile picture size? 400 × 400 pixels, uploaded as a square — LinkedIn displays it as a circle everywhere on the platform.
What file types does LinkedIn accept for a profile picture? JPG, PNG, or a static GIF, up to 8 MB.
What is the minimum LinkedIn profile picture size? 200 × 200 pixels. Below that, LinkedIn upscales the image to fit, which is what causes the blurry or soft look on a lot of profile photos.
Once your photo is sized right, the headline next to it is worth as much attention — see LinkedIn headline examples for what to put there, or use the LinkedIn Text Formatter to make a word or phrase in it bold.