What are the Open Graph image size requirements?
This article discusses the ideal Open Graph image size to ensure proper display and maximize engagement on social media platforms.
The information in this article was originally incorporated into an article that covers how to fix the some open graph meta tags are missing error which is identified from an All In One SEO Pack SEO Analysis.
Facebook Open Graph Image Size Requirements
The following Open Graph image size requirements are quoted directly from Facebook and this was current in February of 2023:
Requirements
- The minimum allowed image dimension is 200 x 200 pixels.
- The size of the image file must not exceed 8 MB.
- Use images that are at least 1200 x 630 pixels for the best display on high resolution devices.
- At the minimum, you should use images that are 600 x 315 pixels to display link page posts with larger images.
Open Graph WhatsApp Article
Refer to the article that covers what to do when the WhatsApp link preview image is not showing.
Click HereWordPress comes with it’s own image compression functionality however we can also use the TinyPNG service to compress images prior to uploading the media; TinyPNG is also available as a WordPress plugin.
Other options are available as well — see the article entitled 7 Best WordPress Image Compression Plugins Compared (2023) for several options along with comparisons.
LinkedIn Open Graph Image Size Requirements
For LinkedIn Open Graph images, the recommended size is 1200 x 627 pixels.
This aspect ratio of 1.91:1 ensures that images display correctly across various devices.
Additionally, the maximum file size should be under 5 MB, and the preferred formats are JPG, PNG, or GIF.
Using high-quality images that clearly represent the content can improve engagement and visibility on LinkedIn.
X / Twitter Open Graph Image Size Requirements
For X (formerly Twitter) Open Graph images, the recommended size is 1200 x 675 pixels, maintaining an aspect ratio of 16:9.
Images should be less than 5 MB in size and can be in formats such as JPG, PNG, or GIF.
Ensuring high-quality images that are visually appealing can enhance engagement and visibility when shared on the X social media platform.
Conclusion
Ensuring the correct Open Graph image size is essential for optimizing how your content appears on social media platforms.
By using the right dimensions, you can improve visibility, engagement, and overall brand presence online.
