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Українська VK (ВКонтакте) vs YouTube image sizes 2026
A side-by-side look at VK (ВКонтакте) and YouTube creative sizes across 2 shared formats. Exact pixel dimensions and aspect ratios, with the identical sizes flagged.
Updated: 07.2026
| Placement | VK (ВКонтакте) | YouTube |
|---|---|---|
| Square | 1080 × 10801:1 | — |
| Vertical / Portrait | 1080 × 13504:5 | — |
| Stories / Reels | 1080 × 19209:16 | — |
| Landscape | 1080 × 60716:9 | — |
| Carousel | 600 × 6001:1 | — |
| Profile picture | 400 × 4001:1 | 800 × 8001:1 |
| Cover / Header | 1080 × 19209:16 | 2560 × 144016:9 |
| Display banner | — | 1920 × 108016:9 |
0 of 2 shared formats use the identical size on VK (ВКонтакте) and YouTube. Design those once and resize for the rest.
VK (ВКонтакте) vs YouTube size FAQ
Can I use the same image for VK (ВКонтакте) and YouTube?
For formats where the sizes match you can reuse one file. 0 of 2 shared formats are identical, so export those once. Where they differ, resize to each platform's exact pixels to avoid cropping.
What is the difference between VK (ВКонтакте) and YouTube image sizes?
They overlap on some sizes and differ on others. Profile, cover and ad placements vary the most, and each platform crops and compresses its own way. The table above lists every size side by side.
Which is bigger, VK (ВКонтакте) or YouTube?
Neither is uniformly bigger. Each format has its own recommended resolution per platform. Compare them row by row above and use each platform's exact number.