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1080×1080
shown at 20%
Carousel Card (1:1)
Carousel
- Size (px)
- Ratio
- 1:1
Instagram — Carousel Card - Square (1:1)
Carousel · Social · Verified 2026-06
Live preview
1080×1080
shown at 43%
In context
Sample feed post
Full specification
Size (px)
Ratio1:1
Max weight30 MB (image)
FormatsJPG, PNG
Max duration1 second to 2 minutes
Max video4 GB
Formats · VideoMP4, MOV, GIF
Text limits
Primary text
125 chars
Notes & best practice
Carousels support 2 to 10 cards.
Cards accept 1:1, 3:4, or 4:5 ratios, with a minimum resolution of 1080x1080 px per card.
All cards in a carousel must use the same ratio.
Aspect-ratio tolerance is 1%.
You can include up to 30 hashtags.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the Instagram Carousel Card - Square (1:1)?
The Instagram Carousel Card - Square (1:1) is 1080×1080 px, aspect ratio 1:1.
What is the aspect ratio of the Instagram Carousel Card - Square (1:1)?
1:1. At the recommended resolution that is 1080×1080 px.
What is the maximum file size for the Instagram Carousel Card - Square (1:1)?
Up to 30 MB (image), in JPG, PNG.
What file formats does Instagram accept for the Carousel Card - Square (1:1)?
JPG, PNG.
How long can the Instagram Carousel Card - Square (1:1) be?
1 second to 2 minutes.
Why does Instagram crop my Carousel Card - Square (1:1)?
Instagram shows Carousel Card - Square (1:1) at 1:1. Upload exactly 1080×1080 px and keep key content in the safe area so nothing gets cut off.
Is 1080×1080 still correct for the Instagram Carousel Card - Square (1:1) in 2026?
Yes. Last verified 2026-06 against the official Instagram documentation.
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