Profile photos become circles
LinkedIn profile photos usually start as square images, but they are often displayed inside a circle. Corners can disappear, and subjects near the edge can feel crowded.
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LinkedIn profile photo crop guide
Avoid awkward LinkedIn profile photo crops by checking square framing, circular crop risk, and image clarity.
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Keep the subject centered
Faces, logos, and important details should sit near the middle with some room around them. This makes the image more dependable in feeds, search, and profile cards.
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Before uploading, check that the image is square, large enough, and not relying on corner details that may be cropped away.