TikTok Cover & Video Size Guide
Everything you need to know about TikTok cover image size, video dimensions, and the perfect 9:16 aspect ratio.
🚀 Quick Start: Create Perfect TikTok Covers in 30 Seconds
1
Set Dimensions
Use 1080 × 1920 pixels
2
Choose 9:16 Ratio
Perfect aspect ratio for TikTok
3
Design & Upload
Create eye-catching covers
TikTok Size Calculator
Enter width to calculate height automatically
Enter height to calculate width automatically
TikTok Size Quick Reference
Video Specifications
- • Aspect Ratio: 9:16
- • Max File Size: 287MB
- • Duration: 15s - 10min
- • Format: MP4, MOV
Cover Specifications
- • Size: 1080×1920 pixels
- • Format: JPG, PNG
- • Safe Area: Center 1080×1350
- • High contrast recommended
TikTok Size Specifications
Video Dimensions
- Recommended: 1080 × 1920 pixels
- Minimum: 540 × 960 pixels
- Aspect Ratio: 9:16
- Duration: 15 seconds to 10 minutes
Cover Image
- Size: 1080 × 1920 pixels
- Format: JPG, PNG
- Aspect Ratio: 9:16
- Safe Area: Center 1080 × 1350
TikTok Content Types
Standard Video
1080×1920
Full-screen vertical video content
Cover Thumbnail
Cover Area
Custom thumbnail for video preview
Live Stream
LIVE
Live streaming format
TikTok Best Practices
Video Quality
- • Use 1080×1920 for best quality
- • Maintain 9:16 aspect ratio
- • Keep file size under 287MB
- • Use MP4 or MOV format
Cover Design
- • Make covers eye-catching
- • Use high contrast text
- • Keep important elements centered
- • Consider mobile viewing
⚡ Pro Tips
- • TikTok automatically crops videos to fit the 9:16 format
- • Upload the highest quality possible - TikTok will compress
- • Consider the safe area for text and important elements
- • Test your content on mobile devices before publishing
- • Use trending audio and hashtags for better reach
Why TikTok Cover Size Matters
Algorithm Optimization
- • Proper dimensions improve video quality score
- • High-quality covers increase click-through rates
- • Correct aspect ratio prevents cropping issues
- • Professional appearance boosts engagement
User Experience
- • Full-screen viewing without black bars
- • Crisp, clear visuals on all devices
- • Consistent branding across content
- • Better mobile optimization
TikTok Cover Design Strategies
Eye-Catching Covers
Visual Elements
- • Use bold, contrasting colors
- • Include faces or recognizable objects
- • Add text overlays with clear fonts
- • Use emojis to convey emotion
Composition Tips
- • Follow the rule of thirds
- • Keep important elements in the center
- • Use negative space effectively
- • Create visual hierarchy
Brand Consistency
Logo
Consistent branding
Color
Color palette
Style
Visual style
Common TikTok Cover Mistakes
Technical Errors
- • Using wrong aspect ratios (16:9, 1:1)
- • Low resolution images (under 1080px)
- • Blurry or pixelated covers
- • Incorrect file formats
- • Oversized file sizes
Design Mistakes
- • Too much text or small fonts
- • Poor color contrast
- • Cluttered compositions
- • Generic stock photos
- • Inconsistent branding
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TikTok Cover Size Checklist
Before Upload
- ✓Dimensions: 1080 × 1920 pixels
- ✓Aspect ratio: 9:16
- ✓Format: JPG or PNG
- ✓File size: Under 10MB
Design Quality
- ✓High contrast and clarity
- ✓Mobile-friendly text size
- ✓Brand consistency
- ✓Eye-catching composition