Upload multi-channel source
Upload a vertical or landscape source meant for several 9:16 channels at once.
Threads Story Image Resize
On Threads, 9:16 vertical content (1080×1920px) is not a dedicated "Story" slot the way Instagram has — it just means 9:16 attachments are supported. The real value lies in using the same 9:16 master across Instagram Stories, Reels, Shorts, Facebook Stories, TikTok, and Threads at once — making this the most efficient vertical master ratio for the whole Meta + short-form-video ecosystem. So you do not really build it for Threads alone; you build a 5–6 channel 9:16 master and let Threads ride along. As with Instagram and Facebook stories, the top ~250px (profile/timer) and bottom ~380px (reply/reaction UI) may overlay, so anchor key content to the center ~1290px safe area to stay safe across every channel. This tool exports a precise 9:16 frame while previewing both system-UI bands.
How to use
Align inside 1290px band
Anchor key copy and CTAs inside the center ~1290px safe area to avoid the system UI overlays across all 5–6 channels (top 250px, bottom 380px).
Export unified 9:16 master
Export 1080×1920px JPG — the same cut also drops into Instagram, Facebook, Reels, Shorts, TikTok, and Threads.
When to use this tool
Rather than designing 9:16 specifically for Threads, treating it as a one-cut-six-channel master is usually the single biggest time-and-cost lever for content-ops teams.
Building one 9:16 master that covers Instagram, Facebook Stories, Reels, Shorts, TikTok, and Threads in a single cut
Cropping with the multi-channel safe area (center 1290px) in mind so the system UI (top 250px, bottom 380px) never hides the key element
Converting landscape photos or square designs into a 9:16 vertical master to eliminate per-channel rework
Threads Story Image Spec Guide
Recommended sizes as of 2025. Threads uses the same story dimensions as Instagram.
| 1080 × 1920px |
| Aspect ratio 9:16 (full-screen vertical) |
| File format: JPG, PNG |
| UI elements may overlay the top and bottom of the screen, so keep text in the center zone. |
| Same dimensions as Instagram Stories — you can reuse the same image file. |
| Username overlays the top area. |
| Reply UI appears at the bottom. |
| Safe area is the center 75%, similar to Instagram Stories. |
| Maximum file size: 30MB |
| Supported formats: JPG, PNG |
| Up to 10 images in a carousel post |
FAQ
Are Threads and Instagram story sizes the same?
Yes, both use 1080×1920px (9:16). A single image works for stories on both platforms.
Why does the top and bottom of my story get covered?
Profile information overlays the top and the reply UI overlays the bottom. Place important content in the center of the image to keep it visible.
What exactly is the safe area for story content?
About 250px at the top and 200px at the bottom are covered by UI elements. Keep key content within the center 75% (roughly 1080×1440px) to stay safe on both platforms.
What happens if I upload a landscape photo as a story?
Landscape images end up with large letterbox bars or get auto-zoomed to fill the vertical screen. Crop to 9:16 (1080×1920px) with this tool for edge-to-edge coverage.
Is there a file size limit for Threads story images?
You can upload up to 30MB, but keeping files between 2–4MB ensures fast loading. Saving as JPG reduces file size while maintaining good visual quality.