TikTok Sizes & Dimensions Guide

Complete specifications for all TikTok content types. Get the exact dimensions, aspect ratios, and file requirements for TikTok. Updated for 2026.

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TikTok Content Specifications

Video

Updated 2026

Standard TikTok video post. Vertical 9:16 is the dominant format for maximum reach and engagement.

Dimensions
1080×1920
Aspect Ratio
9:16
Max Size
287 MB (iOS) / 500 MB (Web)
Format
MP4, MOV
Duration
10 min (in-app) / 60 min (upload)
Frame Rate30 fps recommended
CodecH.264
Bitrate6–8 Mbps
Min Duration3 seconds
Optimal Duration15–34 seconds
Safe ZoneAvoid top 150px and bottom 250px

Photo / Carousel

Updated 2026

Swipeable photo carousel post. Requires background music. Use consistent aspect ratio across all images.

Dimensions
1080×1920
Aspect Ratio
9:16
Max Size
20 MB per image
Format
JPG, PNG
Min Images2
Max Images35
Optimal Count5–10 slides
Alt Ratios1:1 (1080×1080), 4:5 (1080×1350)

Stories

Updated 2026

Disappearing content visible to followers only. Lasts 24 hours.

Dimensions
1080×1920
Aspect Ratio
9:16
Max Size
72 MB
Format
MP4, MOV, JPG, PNG
Duration
15 seconds per segment

Profile Picture

Updated 2026

Displayed as a circle. Upload at high resolution for best quality across all device sizes.

Dimensions
720×720
Aspect Ratio
1:1
Max Size
10 MB
Format
JPG, PNG, WEBP
Display Size200×200 px
ShapeCircular crop

Video Cover

Updated 2026

Thumbnail for your video. Design for both full 9:16 view and 1:1 center crop (grid display).

Dimensions
1080×1920
Aspect Ratio
9:16
Max Size
10 MB
Format
JPG, PNG

LIVE Thumbnail

Updated 2026

Cover image shown when starting a LIVE stream. Requires 1,000+ followers to go live.

Dimensions
1080×1920
Aspect Ratio
9:16
Max Size
10 MB
Format
JPG, PNG

TikTok Content Best Practices

Always use the recommended 9:16 vertical format for maximum reach
Keep key content within the safe zone - avoid top 150px and bottom 250px
Use H.264 codec and 30fps for optimal quality and compatibility
Keep videos between 15–34 seconds for the best engagement rates
Add captions - 80% of TikTok users watch with sound, but captions boost retention
Upload at 1080×1920 minimum to avoid quality loss from compression

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