Square calculator
1:1 Aspect Ratio Calculator
Use this 1:1 calculator for square images where width and height stay equal at any size.
Ratio preview
Square social posts, profile images, app icons, product cards, thumbnails, and avatars.
Calculate 1:1 dimensions
Enter width or height. The matching dimension updates automatically to keep the 1:1 shape.
1:1 result
1,080 × 1,080
1:1 ratio
Common 1:1 sizes
| Use | Size | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Social square | 1080 × 1080 | Common square feed post size. |
| Icon asset | 1024 × 1024 | Useful for app icons and large square exports. |
| Thumbnail | 800 × 800 | Balanced product and card thumbnail size. |
| Small avatar | 512 × 512 | Compact square profile image size. |
Best uses
How to use 1:1
Use 1:1 for reusable square assets
Square dimensions are useful when the same image needs to work as a profile image, icon, thumbnail, product card, or feed post. Keep the subject centered and leave enough padding for circular crops.
Frequently asked questions
What does 1:1 mean?
A 1:1 ratio means the width and height are the same.
Is 1080 × 1080 a good square size?
Yes. It is a common high-quality square export size for social feeds.
Can any square size be 1:1?
Yes. 500 × 500, 1024 × 1024, and 2000 × 2000 are all 1:1.
Should square images have extra padding?
Usually yes. Extra padding helps if the square image is later cropped into a circle for avatars, app icons, or profile previews.
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