Instagram Story Size: 1080×1920 px (9:16)
Instagram Stories are vertical 9:16. Meta recommends 1080×1920 px and keeping about 14% of the top, 35% of the bottom and 6% of each side free of text.
Instagram story specs
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Size | 1,080×1,920 px |
| Aspect ratio | 9:16 |
| Max file size | 30 MB |
| Formats | JPG, PNG |
Verified Oct 16, 2026against Meta Business Help: design requirements for Instagram Stories ads
- Figures come from Meta’s Stories ads guidance; organic Stories use the same full-screen canvas.
- The Ads Guide also accepts 1440×2560 uploads.
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