Your LinkedIn profile photo is the first thing recruiters and connections see. Profiles with professional photos get 21x more views and 36x more messages. BGImageSnap.com tools help you create a professional LinkedIn headshot from any photo — free, in your browser.

LinkedIn Profile Photo Size Requirements 2025

  • Recommended dimensions: 400 x 400 pixels (minimum), up to 7680 x 4320 pixels
  • Aspect ratio: 1:1 (square, displays as circle)
  • Maximum file size: 8 MB
  • Accepted formats: JPG, PNG

LinkedIn Background / Banner Photo Size

  • Dimensions: 1584 x 396 pixels
  • Aspect ratio: 4:1

Use our Image Resizer to resize your banner to exactly 1584 x 396 pixels.

How to Make a Professional LinkedIn Photo Free

  1. Take the photo: Use your phone in portrait mode. Stand near a window for natural side lighting. Wear professional clothing.
  2. Remove or blur the background: Use our Background Remover. You can replace the background with white, light grey, or a professional blur effect.
  3. Crop to square: Use our Image Resizer to crop to 800 x 800 pixels.
  4. Compress if over 1MB: Use our Image Compressor to reduce file size without quality loss.

LinkedIn Profile Photo Best Practices

  • Fill 60% of the frame with your face — not too far, not too close
  • Smile naturally — approachable photos perform better than serious ones
  • Use a plain, light-colored background or professional blurred office background

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ideal LinkedIn profile photo size in pixels?

400 x 400 pixels minimum. Recommended 800 x 800 pixels for sharp display on high-resolution screens. Upload as square (1:1 ratio) — LinkedIn displays it as a circle.

Should my LinkedIn photo background be white?

Light grey, white, or a blurred background all work well. Avoid dark or distracting backgrounds. Use our Background Remover to replace any background with your preferred professional look.