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Instagram Update: If you’ve ever been annoyed by having to crop your phone photos just to post them on Instagram, there’s finally some good news. The platform now supports 3:4 aspect ratio images — the default size for most phone cameras — so you can upload them without trimming anything off.

This change was confirmed by Instagram head Adam Mosseri, who wrote on Threads: “Instagram now supports 3:4 aspect ratio photos.” That means your vertical mobile photos can now be posted just the way you captured them, without borders or workarounds.

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Why This Matters

Until now, the tallest photo you could upload was in a 4:5 ratio. Anything more vertical had to be resized or fitted with borders — a hassle, especially for photographers and creatives who care about framing and full-image presentation. With the updated support, 3:4 photos will now display fully, offering a more seamless experience.

Added Flexibility

Instagram shared in its broadcast channel that it will continue supporting 1:1 square images and the previously maximum 4:5 verticals. Now, with 3:4 joining the lineup, users have more flexibility than ever — whether you’re posting a single photo or creating a carousel.

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This change should be a welcome relief for photographers, designers, and casual users alike who simply want to post their portrait images without compromise.