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Instagram Story Size (9:16)

Fit any photo into the Instagram Story and Reels size - 1080x1920, full-screen 9:16. Crop with safe zones in mind so stickers and text never get cut off. Free, no upload.

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Key features

Full-screen 1080x1920

The exact 9:16 Story size, so your image fills the whole screen edge to edge.

Safe-zone friendly

Frame the subject centrally so profile links, stickers and reply boxes do not cover it.

Works for Reels too

Same 9:16 ratio - use it for Reels covers and Story backgrounds alike.

Zoom to fit

Pinch-zoom by slider to decide how much of your photo fills the vertical frame.

How to use

  1. Upload your photo

    Drag in a JPG, PNG or WebP image of any shape.

  2. Choose Story 9:16

    Pick the Instagram Story preset (1080x1920).

  3. Position and download

    Drag the subject into the safe zone, then sign in to download.

FAQ

What is the Instagram Story size?

Instagram Stories and Reels use 1080x1920 pixels, a 9:16 vertical ratio.

Where is the safe zone?

Keep key content near the center; the top, bottom and right edge hold profile info, stickers and reply bars.

Can I turn a landscape photo into a Story?

Yes - the photo is centered on a full-screen frame; zoom in if you want it to fill the height.

Is this the same size as TikTok?

Yes, both are 1080x1920 (9:16), so a Story crop also fits TikTok and Reels.

Does it cost anything?

No - free and unlimited, just sign in to download.