Snapchat Spotlight Size and Specs 2026
Every upload spec at a glance, with sources.
Snapchat Spotlight 2026: aspect ratio 9:16, recommended 1080x1920, up to 5 minutes.
All specs
| Aspect ratio | 9:16 |
|---|---|
| Recommended resolution | 1080x1920 |
| Maximum length | 5 minutes |
| Minimum length | 5 seconds |
Notes (from the sources, in English): Spotlight needs a vertical video Snap of 5 s or longer. Snap Newsroom (March 2024): create up to 3 min, upload up to 5 min for Chats, Stories and Spotlight; some 2026 industry guides say 3 min max. Monetization: Spotlight videos must be at least 30 s; since 2025-02-01 videos longer than 1 min can be monetized. 1080x1920 / 9:16 is Snap's full-screen ad canvas spec (ads: MP4/MOV H.264, 1 GB); no organic Spotlight resolution or file spec was found. Description and #topics can be added; limits unknown.
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
- From 2025-02-01 eligible creators can monetize Spotlight videos longer than 1 minute (unified Monetization Program).
Sources
- How do I post Snaps to Spotlight? (Snapchat Support) (official)
- More Ways to Create and Personalize (Snap Newsroom, 2024-03-28) (official)
- About Snapchat's Monetization Program (Snapchat Support) (official)
- Snapchat Introduces New, Unified Monetization Program for Creators (Snap Newsroom) (official)
- Single Image or Video Specifications (Snapchat Business Help Center) (official)
Checked: 2026-10-13. Confidence: mixed. All platforms in one table: social media video specs 2026
FAQ
What size is a Snapchat Spotlight?
The recommended size is 1080x1920 with an aspect ratio of 9:16.
How long can a Snapchat Spotlight be?
Up to 5 minutes.