{"id":63625,"date":"2021-12-03T12:46:03","date_gmt":"2021-12-03T09:46:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newblog.creatopy.com\/blog\/?p=63625"},"modified":"2023-07-24T14:15:34","modified_gmt":"2023-07-24T11:15:34","slug":"linkedin-background-photo-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/creatopydevelopmentblog.kinsta.cloud\/blog\/linkedin-background-photo-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"LinkedIn Background Photo Ideas That Will Make Your Profile Stand Out"},"content":{"rendered":"

Due to the pandemic, many of us have switched to working from home in the past few months, and networking has moved online. As a result, LinkedIn became more and more popular, <\/span>reaching 772 million members<\/span><\/a> in October 2020.<\/span><\/p>\n

The good news is that now it\u2019s easier than ever for professionals worldwide to connect and discuss business. However, to make a powerful impression in the crowded online world of LinkedIn, you\u2019ll need a strong profile that stands out.<\/span><\/p>\n

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In this article, we\u2019ll focus on one of the platform\u2019s most overlooked features \u2014 the LinkedIn background photo, also known as the cover photo or the LinkedIn banner.<\/span><\/p>\n

We\u2019ll go through the advantages of having a custom cover image, the right cover image size, and some ideas you can use for your personalized background. \"create<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

The Ideal LinkedIn Background Photo Size<\/b><\/h2>\n

For your cover photo to show up the way you want it to, you should pay attention to the size requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The recommended LinkedIn background photo dimensions\u00a0 is <\/strong><\/span>1584 x 396 pixels. The quality of the picture you upload is essential as well. The best <\/span><\/strong>LinkedIn backgrounds <\/span>are clear, high-resolution images. Fuzzy, pixelated images can hurt your profile, that is why it is better to use special tools that enhance image quality<\/a>. <\/span><\/strong>Maintain a <\/span>4:1 aspect ratio\u00a0 <\/strong>for a bigger or smaller image than the recommended dimensions with a file size of up to 8MB. <\/strong>LinkedIn recommends choosing a larger file size if your picture turns out blurry. If this still doesn\u2019t solve the problem, try compressing the background image with a free online tool before uploading it to the platform. <\/span>Photos will look better than images that contain logos. When it comes to formats, LinkedIn accepts <\/span>JPG<\/strong>, <\/span>GIF<\/strong>, and <\/span>PNG.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Bear in mind that your LinkedIn background image will look different based on your web browser window and the device you use. Your LinkedIn background will be smaller, and your profile picture will cover more of it on mobile.<\/span><\/p>\n

The key to making sure nothing important will be missed is checking your background photo on as many devices as possible after you\u2019ve uploaded it to your profile. You can also ask a friend to check how it looks on their devices.<\/span><\/p>\n

For example, if you decide to include text in your LinkedIn background image, make sure it can still be seen on mobile.<\/span><\/p>\n

You can read the full instructions on how to add or change your banner photo<\/a><\/span> here<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Spend Time on a LinkedIn Background Photo<\/b><\/h2>\n

You might be wondering why you should spend time (and possibly money) on a cover since most cover photos out there look like this:<\/span><\/p>\n

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Together with your LinkedIn profile picture, the background is the first thing people see when they visit your profile. This is your chance to make an excellent first impression. <\/span><\/p>\n

Unlike the profile picture, which is usually kept professional, the banner image lets you showcase more of your personality.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The fact that most people don\u2019t bother changing the default LinkedIn background image will work to your advantage. You\u2019ll be able to grab the attention of your profile visitors just by having something different show up as your header image.<\/span><\/p>\n

Moreover, by utilizing the power of social media advertising<\/a> and changing the default LinkedIn banner image to a custom photo, you can prove to potential employers and collaborators that you are thorough, pay attention to details, and will take advantage of every available tool to get the job done.<\/p>\n

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LinkedIn background ideas to make your profile stand out<\/b><\/h2>\n

Choosing the perfect LinkedIn background photo \u2014 one that tells your profile visitors a bit about yourself and reflects your personal brand while keeping it professional \u2014 can prove quite challenging.<\/span><\/p>\n

To make things easier for you, we came up with 10 LinkedIn background photo ideas that you can draw inspiration from.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Use a photo of your workspace<\/h3>\n

For a simple, professional-looking banner, use a picture of your desk, home office setup, or office space at work. If you\u2019re proud of the way you\u2019ve organized your workspace, why not show it to the world?<\/span><\/p>\n

Do you rely more on collaboration in your work? If so, use a picture of a meeting room or other collaborative areas in your office.<\/span><\/p>\n

Granted, not everybody is comfortable with sharing a picture of their actual workspace online. If this is the case with you, use a stock photo showing how your ideal workplace would look instead.<\/span><\/p>\n

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2. Use a photo of your tools of trade<\/h3>\n

An easy way to suggest to others that you\u2019re dedicated to your trade and know what you\u2019re doing is featuring the tools you use in your everyday work in your cover photo.<\/span><\/p>\n

This should be something that people associate with your field. For example:<\/span><\/p>\n