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THE NEW BEST LINKEDIN PROFILE COVER PHOTO (HEADER IMAGE) SIZE IN 2025

The new best LinkedIn cover photo image size in 2025. The new LinkedIn header size in 2025.

Brought to you by Mau, a Senior LinkedIn Marketing Specialist at eDigital.

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Having the most optimal cover photo size for your LinkedIn personal or company page profile is a cool way to visually promote your personal or business.

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What is a LinkedIn profile cover image?

A LinkedIn cover image is an area in your LinkedIn profile that appears right at the top when LinkedIn members are visiting your Linkedin profile. It is not your Linkedin Profile photo ( which appears in a smaller scale centred circular area, right below your cover photo)

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THE NEW LINKEDIN COVER PHOTO/HEADER IMAGE SIZE IN 2025

The best and most optimal  cover image size for LinkedIn personal profiles is: 1584 x 396 pixels

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The best LinkedIn company page cover image/photo size is: 1536 x 768 pixels

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The top 2 reasons to optimise your LinkedIn cover image

  • The LinkedIn header image is one of the two most important images of your LinkedIn personal brand or company profile. This photo image is likely to be the first image a potential partner, customer or employer will see about you!
  • Make your profile stand out. The reality is most people and companies do not take the time to have the latest most optimal photo image size dimension that fits perfectly on their LinkedIn profiles. If you do, then you know that at least you are leading the pack.

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What tool can I use the design the right LinkedIn cover image?

If you do not have a graphic designer in your team, you can easily get this image ready using Canva or photoshop.

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The top 4 best practices for an optimal LinkedIn profile header image

  • Minimise text.
  • Be as simple and minimal as possible.
  • You can promote your latest service or product but be brief.
  • Be inspirational. Your LinkedIn header image can encourage people to follow you.

“Need some visual inspiration to decide on your LinkedIn cover image? Check out these LinkedIn profile header image ideas and examples”

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Conclusion

Using the most optimal image size for your LinkedIn cover photo is essential for maximising the visual appeal of your LinkedIn profile and for avoiding distortion or cropping.

By selecting the right image size and crafting a compelling LinkedIn cover image, you can make a positive impression on visitors to your LinkedIn profile and effectively communicate your personal brand, expertise, and professional identity.

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