What size should a LinkedIn profile photo be?

400×400 pixels minimum for sharp display.

Can I use my banner image as profile photo?

No — banner is 4:1; profile is 1:1 square.

JPG for photos; PNG if you need crisp logo edges on solid background.

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LinkedIn profile photo displays at 400×400 px in a circle. Separate from 1584×396 banner.

Updated 2026-05-21

Asset	Size	Max file	Formats
profile_photo	400×400	8192 KB	jpg, png
banner	1584×396	8192 KB	jpg, png

Displayed as circle; keep face centered.

Preset: 400×400

What size should a LinkedIn profile photo be?: 400×400 pixels minimum for sharp display.
Can I use my banner image as profile photo?: No — banner is 4:1; profile is 1:1 square.
JPG or PNG?: JPG for photos; PNG if you need crisp logo edges on solid background.