Resize Image for TikTok Video Cover
TikTok video covers are the first thing viewers see on your profile. A custom cover at 1080x1920 pixels (9:16) makes your profile grid look polished and professional, encouraging profile visitors to watch more of your content.
TikTok cover image size and the safe zone
A TikTok cover is a full-screen 9:16 frame, but the profile grid shows it as a 1:1.29 thumbnail cropped from the centre, and the caption, username and action rail cover the edges during playback.
Exact specifications:
- Cover / video frame: 1080×1920 px (9:16)
- Profile grid crop: centre region, roughly 1080×1400 px
- Right action rail: reserve ≈140 px on the right
- Bottom caption area: reserve ≈250 px at the bottom
- Accepted formats: JPG, PNG
What causes a rejected or degraded result:
- Placing the title at the bottom, where the caption and username sit.
- Designing at 1:1 and letting TikTok stretch it to 9:16.
- Text near the right edge, hidden behind like, comment and share icons.
Preparation order that avoids rework:
- Design at 1080×1920 px with a centred title block.
- Keep the title inside the central grid crop so it also reads on your profile page.
- Export as JPG at quality 90 — TikTok re-encodes, so a lossless PNG buys nothing.
How to use this tool
- Upload cover image — Select or create the image you want as your TikTok video cover.
- Resize to 1080x1920 — ImageGates resizes to TikTok's full-screen vertical format.
- Set as video cover — Download and set as your custom video cover in TikTok.
Guide
TikTok video covers serve as thumbnails on your profile page. A curated grid of custom covers creates a professional, branded appearance that encourages profile visitors to explore more content.
TikTok image specifications: - Video cover: 1080 x 1920 (9:16) - Profile picture: 200 x 200 (displayed as circle) - In-feed video: 1080 x 1920 (full screen)
Cover design tips: - Use bold, readable text (title of the video content) - Consistent color scheme across all covers - Expressive face or eye-catching visual - Number covers for series content - Use branded templates for recognition
Frequently asked questions
What size should TikTok covers be?
1080x1920 pixels (9:16 ratio) matches TikTok's full-screen format. This ensures your cover looks crisp on all devices.
Can I add custom covers on TikTok?
Yes, when posting a video, you can select a frame from the video or upload a custom cover image. Custom covers make your profile grid more attractive.
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