Standard dimensions for WordPress featured images and media.
1200 x 628 pixels - Default size. May vary by theme.
150 x 150 pixels - Square format. Used in post lists.
300 x 300 pixels - Standard medium size. Maintains aspect ratio.
1024 x 1024 pixels - Maximum default size. Can be adjusted in settings.
2000 x 1200 pixels - Varies by theme. Check theme documentation.
| Image Type | Dimensions | Notes | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Featured Image | 1200 x 628 pixels | Default size. May vary by theme. | |
| Thumbnail | 150 x 150 pixels | Square format. Used in post lists. | |
| Medium Size | 300 x 300 pixels | Standard medium size. Maintains aspect ratio. | |
| Large Size | 1024 x 1024 pixels | Maximum default size. Can be adjusted in settings. | |
| Header Image | 2000 x 1200 pixels | Varies by theme. Check theme documentation. |
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Users often encounter issues with thumbnail when the image is not properly sized at 150 x 150 pixels.
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Users often encounter issues with medium size when the image is not properly sized at 300 x 300 pixels.
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Users often encounter issues with large size when the image is not properly sized at 1024 x 1024 pixels.
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Users often encounter issues with header image when the image is not properly sized at 2000 x 1200 pixels.
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For 2025, wordpress requires specific dimensions for different image types. Check our complete size guide above for the most up-to-date requirements.
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