Fit Image to Instagram Story (9:16) Size

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Fit an Image to an Instagram Story

Fit images to 1:1, 16:9 or any ratio with colour or blur — no cropping.

About this option

A horizontal photo posted to a Story leaves ugly empty bars or gets cropped hard. This page opens the fit tool at 9:16, 1920 pixels tall, filling the space above and below the picture with a soft blurred version of itself.

When to use it

Sharing a landscape photo on a Story or Reel cover
Using a screenshot in a vertical post without cropping it
Preparing vertical versions of horizontal images in bulk

How to use it

1Drop your photos — 9:16 with a blurred background is preselected
2Adjust the blur amount or choose a solid colour
3Click Download

Frequently asked questions

What size is a Story?

1080 × 1920 pixels. This preset outputs 1920 pixels on the long side, which keeps that 9:16 shape.

Can I keep the photo's full resolution?

Yes. Set the output size to keep the original resolution.

Does it work for TikTok and Shorts?

Yes, they use the same 9:16 shape.