Shorts, Reels and TikTok covers: 1080x1920 and where to keep text
Short answer
Make covers at 1080 x 1920 pixels (9:16). Keep text away from the top ~220 px (status and top bar), the bottom ~480 px (caption, username, music) and the right ~150 px (like, comment, share buttons). Instagram also shows a centre crop on your grid, so keep the headline near the middle.
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Safe zones (1080 x 1920)
Top: 0-220 px status bar, top tabs
Bottom: 1440-1920 caption, handle, music
Right: 930-1080 like / comment / share
Safe headline area: about x 96-930, y 240-1420
Grid crop (Instagram): centre of the frameGood to know
One short headline is enough.
Test on a phone before posting.
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Same cover for all three apps?
Yes, 1080x1920 works for Shorts, Reels and TikTok.
Can I add a cover after posting?
Most apps let you choose a frame or upload a cover when posting.