Condensed guide. Read the full Team page headshot requirements or the rejection diagnostic.
Specification
| Photo size | 32 × 40 mm (1.26 × 1.57 in) |
|---|---|
| Pixels at 300 / 600 dpi | 378 × 472 px / 756 × 945 px |
| Head height (chin to crown) | 17–24 mm |
| Eye line from bottom | not specified |
| Head width | not specified |
| Space above the crown | not specified |
| Background | plain and light |
| Background editing | allowed as an opt-in |
| Glasses | allowed |
| Expression | neutral or a natural closed-mouth smile |
| Recency | taken in the last 24 months |
| Print requirements | no printed photo |
| Digital upload | 800×1000 px JPEG (Company website team page); 800×1000 px JPEG, 0–600 KB (Websites and intranets that want a JPEG) |
| Self-taken photos | accepted |
| Prints needed | none |
| Infant rules | eyes open, mouth closed (under 1) |
| Official source | LinkedIn Help |
Check the official source. Some values on this page could not be confirmed from the official page when it was last checked (2026-10-29).
- Headshots have no official specification. LinkedIn's member profile photo help page could not be fetched on 2026-10-29; the 400×400 recommendation comes from third-party guides citing LinkedIn.
Can I take it myself? Yes
Yes. No authority sets rules for a profile or CV photo, so anything that looks like you, is sharp and is well framed will do. A photo someone else takes from a couple of metres, at eye level, in soft window light, looks far better than an arm's-length selfie. The tool here gives framing tips rather than pass or fail, and exports the sizes each use expects.
Why Team headshot photos get rejected
- Face too small in a circular crop. Use the head-size control; aim for the head to fill about 60 per cent of the frame.
- Busy background competes with the face. Stand in front of a plain wall or use the background option.
- Harsh shadows. Face a window; avoid overhead light.
- Low resolution on high-DPI screens. Export the 800 px version and let the platform downscale.
- Cropped through the top of the head. Leave a little space above the hair; the tool's crown allowance does this.
Team headshot photo FAQ
What aspect ratio do team photos use?
There is no standard; 4:5 portrait and 1:1 square are both common. Pick one and use it for everyone.
How do I make different photos match?
Same background, same light, same crop. The tool's head-size control sets every face to the same size.
Can I add a coloured background?
Yes, for headshots the background option is available.
Do I need a professional photographer?
Not for a consistent result: a good phone, a window and a plain wall go a long way.
Can several people use one licence?
The Pass covers up to six people for seven days.
Are these checked against official rules?
No. Headshots have no rules; the tool gives framing tips.
Last verified 2026-10-29 against LinkedIn Help. Spotted a mistake? Report an error.