Facebook Stories Size and Specs 2026
Every upload spec at a glance, with sources.
Facebook Stories 2026: aspect ratio 9:16, recommended 1080x1920, up to 1 minute.
All specs
| Aspect ratio | 9:16 |
|---|---|
| Recommended resolution | 1080x1920 |
| Minimum resolution | 540x960 |
| Maximum length | 1 minute |
| Minimum length | 3 seconds |
| File types | MP4 |
| Maximum frame rate | 60 fps |
Notes (from the sources, in English): Page Stories API: 9:16, 1080x1920 recommended (540x960 min), 24 to 60 fps, MP4 recommended, video story max 60 s; story photos JPEG/BMP/PNG/GIF/TIFF up to 10 MB. Facebook stories ad spec recommends 1440x2560, 1 s to 3 min, 4 GB. Stories are visible for 24 hours and also appear on Messenger.
In 9:16 the app covers parts of the top and bottom of your video. Check your frame with the safe zone checker or download the safe zone templates as PNG.
Work out bitrate and file size with the file size calculator. Check caption length with the character counter.
Changes in 2025 and 2026
- June 2025: Videos tab renamed Reels; all videos posted to Facebook (except stories and live) are shared as reels of any length or orientation. Help Centre update dated September 2025 confirms the unification.
Sources
- Page Stories API (Meta for Developers) (official)
- Video ad specs on Facebook stories (Meta Ads Guide) (official)
- Share a photo or video to your story on Facebook (Facebook Help Centre) (official)
Checked: 2026-10-13. Confidence: official. All platforms in one table: social media video specs 2026
Other Facebook formats
FAQ
What size is a Facebook Stories?
The recommended size is 1080x1920 with an aspect ratio of 9:16.
How long can a Facebook Stories be?
Up to 1 minute.