What is the best Open Graph image size for 2026?
The recommended size for Open Graph (OG) images is 1200 x 630 pixels (an aspect ratio of 1.91:1). To ensure your image looks great on both Facebook and LinkedIn, keep all critical text and logos within the center 600 x 315 pixels "Safe Zone" to avoid being cropped on smaller mobile previews.
The "Mobile Crop" Trap
I’ve seen dozens of sites where the brand logo is in the top-right corner of the OG image, only for it to be cut off when shared on WhatsApp or Twitter mobile. I always recommend a "Center-Heavy" design. Put your main headline and logo in the middle of the canvas.
File Format: PNG vs. WebP
While WebP is great for web performance, some social crawlers still struggle with it. For maximum compatibility, I still use high-quality JPEG or PNG-24 for OG images. It’s the one place where I’ll sacrifice a few KB for guaranteed visibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I test my OG image?
Use the Facebook Sharing Debugger or the LinkedIn Post Inspector. These tools will show you exactly how your image will appear before you publish your post.
