Last updated: October 17, 2019
Creating the perfect Instagram ad can be daunting to the majority of us. Updates, new feature releases and much more make this task intimidating, but having a quick reference to ad sizes makes it much easier.
Some of us have our in-house documents floating around with the appropriate Instagram ad sizes–but who updates it and keeps track of the changes? That’s where we come in. Let us give you a bookmarkable blog post that includes everything for your Instagram ad creation needs.
Here’s the complete list of Instagram ad dimensions:
Instagram image ads
Instagram is an advertising goldmine because of the unique opportunities to engage with users – there’s nothing quite like taking up the majority of a device’s real estate with a single ad. Think about it: Instagram is really the only “one at a time” scrolling social media platform, so ads get users’ full attention.
Easier said than done–right? Well let us help you by getting the correct image sizes for all the key types of Instagram ads.
Instagram landscape image ads
Instagram landscape images are typically wider and do not take up the traditional full square of the Instagram post. Landscape images stand out compared to the standard Instagram format, and can be uniquely used to show a wider image – this is be perfect from everything from panoramic shots for outdoor and travel companies to ads that seek to maximize the impact of text accents.
Landscape image ad dimensions and guidelines
- Recommended image ad size: 1200 x 628 pixels.
- Minimum resolution: 600 x 315 pixels.
- Recommended aspect ratio: 1.9:1.
- All file formats should be either JPG or PNG.
- All image files are 30MB max.
- The caption maximum length is 2,200 characters, but 125 is recommended.
Instagram square image ads
Much like the landscape format, an Instagram square image focuses on width, but takes up more space of the overall post layout. The square doesn’t use all the space provided per post and typically is used for portrait-style images.
You don’t have to limit your scenic images to landscape, but make sure the square format doesn’t crop your images awkwardly.
Square image ad dimensions and guidelines
- The recommended square image ad size is 1080 x 1080 pixels.
- The minimum square image ad resolution is 600 x 600 pixels.
- The proper aspect ratio is 1:1.
Instagram vertical image ads
Possibly the most popular photo size organically is the vertical, or portrait image. This is due to the fact it’s what your image is preset to when you snap an image on the app or upload one. However, the specs are not much different besides the overall ratio and resolution.
Vertical image ad dimensions and guidelines
- Recommended square image ad size: 1080 x 1350 pixels.
- Minimum vertical image ad size: 600 x 750 pixels.
- Aspect ratio: 4:5.
Pro Tip: Remember when creating ads in the ad creation feature, it’s possible to select Crop Image. This helps you ensure your ad comes out exactly how you planned.
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Instagram video ads
Did you know a quarter of all Instagram ads are single videos? The popularity of video isn’t just surging on Instagram either. But to make sure you’re on top of your video strategy, you must ensure you’re using the correct sizes and specs.
Video is where things can get a little tricky, but again–don’t fret–we’re here to help your brand! Check out the various single video ad sizes below:
Instagram landscape video ads
Just like the landscape image, Instagram’s landscape videos are for the same scenic purpose. This style of video allows users to showcase a more cinematic approach to video–mostly viewed on mobile–for its followers.
Landscape video ad specs
- Minimum resolution: 600 x 315 pixels.
- Aspect ratio: 1:91:1.
- Recommended video formats include MP4 and MOV.
- Max video size for all formats is 4GB.
- Max video length for all formats is 120 seconds.
- Video max frames is 30fps for all formats.
Instagram square video ads
Not much changes when you select the Instagram square video format. Pay attention to how your ad and call to action appear on a mobile device–not to crop anything important in the actual video.
Square video ad specs
- Instagram square video ad minimum resolution is 600 x 600 pixels.
- The proper aspect ratio is 1:1.
Instagram vertical video ads
As you’re likely gathering, organic and paid formats are similar. And for vertical video ads, make sure to pay attention to the resolution and aspect ratio changes.
Vertical video ad specs
- Instagram vertical video ad minimum resolution is 600 x 750 pixels.
- The proper aspect ratio is 4:5.
Instagram Stories ad sizes
You didn’t think we would forget Instagram Stories here would you? We’d never! More than half of brands have posted an Instagram Story? Not only that, but the addition of Stories drove the time spent on Instagram by users up nearly 28 minutes.
There’s real power to using Instagram Stories in your social media advertising strategy. Make sure you have the right Instagram Story ad sizes below:
Instagram Stories image ads
Instagram Stories have a lot of features that make single image ads ideal for your marketing campaign. With GIFs, stickers and marker tools, you can easily direct users to clicking or swiping to find more information.
Instagram Stories ad image dimensions and guidelines
- Recommended resolution: 1080 x 1920 pixels.
- Minimum resolution for Stories ads: 600 x 1067 pixels.
- Aspect ratio: 9:16.
- All formats should be either JPG or PNG.
- Max image size is 30MB.
Pro Tip: Additionally, advertisers may want to limit overlay text on images as Facebook’s Ad Manager could reject your image. Consider this for all image formats as well.
Instagram Stories video ads
According to Social Media Week, roughly 70% of Instagram Stories videos are watched with sound. It’s really important to make sure your videos drive the right message, all within the correct specs.
Instagram Stories video ad specs
- Recommended resolution: 1080 x 1920 pixels.
- Aspect ratio: 9:16.
- All formats should be either MP4 or MOV.
- Max video size is 4GB.
- Must have a resolution minimum of 720p.
Instagram carousel ad sizes
If a carousel option for Instagram advertising sounds familiar, that’s because Facebook has carousel ads, too.
This type of ad format allows brands to showcase multiple images or videos in one single ad. It’s truly the best bang for your Instagram ad buck. See the full specs details below:
Instagram carousel image ads
If you’re like anyone else on Instagram, you flip through content at blinding speeds. Why not try to keep users around for awhile with more than one piece of visual content?
Carousel ad image dimensions and guidelines
- Recommended resolution: 1080 x 1080 pixels.
- Aspect ratio: 1:1.
- All formats should be either JPG or PNG.
- Max image size is 30MB per image/card.
- Instagram allows 2-10 images/cards per ad.
Instagram carousel video ads
Something many users forget is that you can use up to 10 videos for a single ad! Make sure your brand has the right balance of content as not to overwhelm your audience on a single post.
Carousel video ad specs
- Minimum resolution: 600 x 600 pixels.
- Maximum resolution: 1080 x 1080 pixels.
- Aspect ratio is 1:1.
- All formats should be MP4.
- Max video size is 4GB per video/card.
- Max video length for is 60 seconds.
- Instagram allows 2-10 videos/cards per ad.
Pro Tip: When you create Instagram carousel video ads, there must be a thumbnail image. The ratio for this image is recommended to match the 1:1 video aspect ratio. Additionally, thumbnail images cannot have more than 20% text taking up the image.
To find more information, check out the Facebook Help Center and Instagram Business Help Center. Want to know more visual specs? Check out our complete guide to all the social media image sizes and our complete social media video specs guide as well!