Does X still recommend 1500 × 500?

Yes as of 2026 — X's help centre still lists 1500 × 500 as the recommended header size. The profile picture overlays the bottom-left.

X / Twitter Header (1500 × 500 px)

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X (formerly Twitter) profile headers use a 3:1 aspect ratio at 1500 × 500 pixels. On mobile, roughly the top and bottom 40 pixels are cropped, so keep important content in the center. This tool resizes to the exact 1500 × 500 size.

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Does X still recommend 1500 × 500?: Yes as of 2026 — X's help centre still lists 1500 × 500 as the recommended header size. The profile picture overlays the bottom-left.