LinkedIn Profile Picture Size
LinkedIn recommends a 400×400 px square profile photo. It accepts anything from 400×400 up to 7680×7680 px (under 8 MB) and displays it as a circle. Use a clear head-and-shoulders shot.
| Placement | Pixels | Ratio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upload (recommended) LinkedIn's recommended minimum |
400×400 | 1:1 | |
| Maximum upload Large files fine; crops to circle |
7680×7680 | 1:1 | |
| Display Circle on your profile header |
~200×200 | 1:1 | |
| Max file size JPG, PNG, or GIF |
8 MB | — |
400×400 is the floor, bigger is fine
LinkedIn's recommended profile photo is 400×400, but it happily accepts up to 7680×7680 as long as the file is under 8 MB. It's shown as a circle roughly 200 px wide on your profile.
Frame a professional head-shot
Because of the circular crop, a head-and-shoulders photo that fills about 60% of the frame reads best. Keep the background simple and your face centered.
Format
Use JPG, PNG or GIF. A square source avoids awkward auto-cropping.
FAQ
What size should a LinkedIn profile picture be in 2026?
A 400×400 px square is recommended. LinkedIn accepts up to 7680×7680 px under 8 MB and displays it as a circle.
What is the maximum LinkedIn profile photo size?
7680×7680 px, with a file size limit of 8 MB (JPG, PNG or GIF).
Is the LinkedIn profile picture round?
Yes. Upload a square and LinkedIn crops it to a circle, so center your face.