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WhatsApp Status Image Size

WhatsApp Status images display best at 1080×1920 pixels (9:16). JPG keeps file size reasonable; the app recompresses uploads.

Updated 2026-05-26

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Official dimensions

Asset Size Max file Formats
profile_photo 640×640 5120 KB jpg, png
status_image 1080×1920 16384 KB jpg

Status images vertical; keep text in safe center.

Preset: 1080×1920

FAQ

What size should WhatsApp Status images be?
1080×1920 pixels (9:16 vertical) displays well on most phones.
Is Status the same as a profile photo?
No. Profile photos are square (640×640 display). Status is full-screen vertical.
Does WhatsApp compress Status uploads?
Yes. Start with a reasonably sized JPG to avoid heavy artifacts.
PNG or JPG for Status?
JPG for photos; PNG only if you need transparency in graphics.

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