LinkedIn Video Specs 2026: Size, Aspect Ratio, FPS and Export Settings
Last reviewed: August 29, 2026
Quick answer: For a normal LinkedIn feed video, export MP4/H.264 at 1080×1350 (4:5) for a mobile-focused portrait post, 1080×1080 for square, or 1920×1080 for landscape. Match the recording frame rate, usually 30 fps, use AAC audio at 48 kHz, and start around 8–12 Mbps for 1080p. LinkedIn’s current organic-upload rules are broader: up to 5 GB, 3 seconds to 15 minutes, 256×144 through 4096×2304 resolution, 1:2.4 through 2.4:1 aspect ratio, 10–60 fps and 192 Kbps through 30 Mbps.
LinkedIn video specifications at a glance
| Item | Official organic range | Practical recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| File size | 75 KB to 5 GB | Keep only the bitrate needed for clean delivery |
| Duration | 3 seconds to 15 minutes | Lead with value; do not stretch to the limit |
| Resolution | 256×144 to 4096×2304 | 1080p canvas for most feed videos |
| Aspect ratio | 1:2.4 to 2.4:1 | 4:5, 1:1, 9:16 or 16:9 by purpose |
| Frame rate | 10–60 fps | Match source; usually 30 fps |
| Bitrate | 192 Kbps to 30 Mbps | About 8–12 Mbps for 1080p/30 |
The practical settings are production starting points, not additional LinkedIn limits. Organic posts and paid video ads also have different specification pages. Do not apply ad-only dimensions or duration rules to every normal post.
Choose the right aspect ratio
4:5 portrait — 1080×1350
4:5 uses more vertical space in a mobile feed while leaving room for surrounding LinkedIn interface and post copy. It is a strong default for talking heads, recruiting stories, product demonstrations and short educational clips.
1:1 square — 1080×1080
Square is easy to reuse and gives a predictable central composition. It works well for motion graphics, simple case studies and clips that must fit multiple social channels.
9:16 vertical — 1080×1920
Use full vertical when the content is designed for a phone-first experience. Keep important elements away from the edges because interface overlays and alternative previews can cover them. Do not crop a horizontal interview into 9:16 if it removes gestures, products or a second speaker.
16:9 landscape — 1920×1080
Landscape suits webinars, screen recordings, product walkthroughs and cinematic material. It takes less vertical feed space on a phone, so use a strong first frame and readable captions.
Recommended export settings
| Setting | Recommended value | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Container | MP4 | Broad compatibility and manageable files |
| Video codec | H.264 High Profile | Reliable social delivery |
| Frame rate | Match source, usually 30 fps | Avoid duplicated or dropped frames |
| Bitrate | 8–12 Mbps for 1080p/30 | Practical balance before platform processing |
| Scan | Progressive | Designed for modern screens |
| Color | SDR/Rec.709 | Predictable standard delivery |
| Audio | AAC, 48 kHz, stereo | Common video workflow |
LinkedIn accepts multiple file types and broader bitrates, but a standard MP4/H.264 master is easier to troubleshoot. Higher bitrate does not guarantee a better stream because LinkedIn processes uploaded video.
30 fps or 60 fps?
Use the frame rate captured by the camera or screen recorder. Talking heads, interviews and presentations generally work well at 30 fps. Use 60 fps for genuinely fast movement when it was recorded at 60. Exporting a 30 fps recording at 60 fps does not create new motion detail.
- 30 fps: interviews, advice, software demos, recruitment and business updates.
- 60 fps: sports, machinery, rapid product motion and footage intentionally captured at 60.
Design for silent and mobile viewing
Many people encounter a LinkedIn video while scrolling in a public or work environment. Add accurate captions, but do not burn tiny subtitles into the bottom edge. Use a readable size, strong contrast and two short lines at most.
LinkedIn’s troubleshooting guidance recommends keeping key elements, text and logos away from the edges because the interface can overlap them. A central safe composition is more durable than relying on one fixed overlay template.
Opening structure that works in a feed
- First 1–2 seconds: show the result, problem or clear subject.
- Next 5–10 seconds: explain why the viewer should continue.
- Middle: deliver one focused idea with examples.
- End: summarize and use one relevant next action.
A long animated logo delays the value and can lose viewers before the message begins. Branding can appear immediately without occupying the entire opening.
Premiere Pro, Resolve and CapCut
Premiere Pro
- Create a sequence at the intended aspect ratio.
- Export H.264 with Match Source dimensions.
- Use progressive scan and match the timeline frame rate.
- Start with VBR around 8–12 Mbps for 1080p/30.
- Export AAC audio at 48 kHz.
DaVinci Resolve
- Set timeline resolution before editing.
- On Deliver, choose MP4 and H.264.
- Match the timeline frame rate.
- Restrict bitrate only enough to meet the quality target.
- Watch the rendered file before upload.
CapCut
Select the intended ratio first, then 1080p and the source frame rate. Avoid automatic enhancement, interpolation or extreme sharpening unless a full-size comparison improves the real footage.
Organic video vs. video ads
LinkedIn publishes separate technical specifications for video ads. Current ad guidance includes specific recommended dimensions, a 500 MB maximum and duration up to 30 minutes for that product. An existing organic video may later be sponsored, but creators should check the current campaign specification before building an ad asset.
Label the requirements in your production brief as “organic post” or “paid ad.” This prevents teams from mixing two different limits.
Why an upload fails or looks soft
| Problem | Likely cause and fix |
|---|---|
| Upload rejected | Check file size, duration, resolution, frame rate and codec |
| Video is soft | Use the original source and avoid repeated social downloads |
| Motion stutters | Match source, timeline and export frame rates |
| Captions are covered | Move text into a central safe area |
| Colors shift | Use a controlled SDR/Rec.709 workflow |
| No audio | Check AAC track routing and play the exported file locally |
Pre-publish checklist
- Correct destination: organic post or ad
- Aspect ratio chosen for the content, not copied blindly
- 1080p master with source frame rate preserved
- MP4/H.264, progressive scan and AAC audio
- Readable captions and central safe composition
- File played from beginning to end after export
- No private notifications or client data in screen recordings
- Public upload checked on both phone and desktop
Frequently asked questions
What is the best LinkedIn video size?
There is no single best size. Use 1080×1350 for a phone-focused portrait post, 1080×1080 for square, 1080×1920 for full vertical or 1920×1080 for landscape.
Can LinkedIn upload 4K?
The current organic resolution range reaches 4096×2304, but a 4K upload is not automatically sharper after processing. A clean 1080p master is more efficient for most feed content.
How long can an organic LinkedIn video be?
LinkedIn’s current sharing help lists 3 seconds to 15 minutes for normal video uploads. Other Page placements and ads can have different limits.
Should I use 60 fps?
Only when the source was captured at 60 fps and the movement benefits. For interviews and business explainers, 30 fps is usually sufficient.
Bottom line
Choose the aspect ratio from the viewing context: 4:5 is a strong mobile-feed default, square is reusable, vertical is immersive and landscape suits screens and presentations. Export a clean H.264 MP4 at the original frame rate, keep text inside a generous safe area, and inspect the processed post rather than judging only the editing preview.
