Social Media Specs
Pinterest Image Sizes and Video Specs (2026)
The Pinterest specs that matter when you post: title up to 100 characters, carousel 2 to 5 images, 1:1 or 2:3, 20 MB each, and a 1000 x 1500 (2:3) standard pin as a safe size. Every figure below comes from Pinterest's own documentation, checked September 2026.
Updated
Pinterest Image and Video Sizes
| Format | Size (px) | Ratio | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard pin | 1000 x 1500 | 2:3 | Published by Pinterest. Pinterest's own recommendation. |
| Carousel square | 1000 x 1000 | 1:1 | Markaestro suggestion within the limits. One of the two carousel ratios Pinterest lists. |
| Video pin | 1080 x 1920 | 9:16 | Markaestro suggestion within the limits. Tallest video ratio Pinterest lists. |
Pinterest Text Limits
| Spec | Limit |
|---|---|
| Title | 100 characters |
| Description | 800 characters (Markaestro checks captions against 500) |
Pinterest Image Requirements
| Spec | Limit |
|---|---|
| Formats | PNG or JPEG |
| Max file size | 20 MB on desktop, 32 MB in the app |
| Recommended | 2:3, 1000 x 1500 px |
Pinterest Video Requirements
| Spec | Limit |
|---|---|
| Formats | MP4, MOV, or M4V (H.264 or H.265) |
| Max file size | 2 GB |
| Length | 4 seconds to 15 minutes |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 2:3, 4:5, or 9:16 |
Multiple Images and Carousels
| Spec | Limit |
|---|---|
| Carousel | 2 to 5 images, 1:1 or 2:3, 20 MB each |
How Markaestro Handles These Limits
The Markaestro composer checks Pinterest posts against a 500-character caption limit and up to 5 media items while you write, and the media library accepts images up to 10 MB and video up to 250 MB. See scheduling Pinterest posts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size should Pinterest posts be?
1000 x 1500 pixels (2:3) for a standard pin. Pinterest's own recommendation.
What is the Pinterest character limit?
Title: 100 characters. Description: 800 characters (Markaestro checks captions against 500).
How long can a Pinterest video be?
4 seconds to 15 minutes.
What is the Pinterest file size limit?
2 GB.