Instagram Safe Zone Checker
Avoid UI overlap on your Instagram videos with our free Instagram safe zone checker. Upload your video or thumbnail to see platform overlays and ensure your content is always perfectly placed.
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Instagram Reels and Stories safe zone dimensions to avoid UI overlap
| Format | Canvas Size | Top Buffer | Bottom Buffer | Side Buffer | Safe Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reels | 1080 × 1920px | 210px | 310px | 0px left, 84px right | 996 × 1400px |
| Stories | 1080 × 1920px | 100px | 200px | 0px | 1080 × 1620px |
| In-Feed Post | 1080 × 1350px | 0px | 120px | 0px | 1080 × 1230px |
| Cover (1:1) | 1080 × 1080px | 0px | 0px | 0px | 1080 × 1080px |
💡 Pro Tips
Keep key visuals inside the Instagram safe zone
Before exporting a Reel or Story, preview it with the PostPlanify Safe-Zone Checker. Make sure faces, subtitles, and CTAs sit at least 210 px below the top bar and 310 px above the caption area so nothing gets hidden by Instagram’s UI.
Open strong—hook viewers in the first 2 seconds
Early watch-through is Instagram’s top ranking signal. Start with motion, a bold headline, or a curiosity gap (“Wait for it…”) to lock attention before the thumb scrolls away.
Use on-screen captions for silent scrollers
Over half of Reels are watched with sound off. Add burned-in captions (or Instagram’s auto-caption sticker) and position them inside the safe zone to boost completion rate and accessibility.
Post Reels natively—avoid TikTok watermarks
Instagram deprioritizes videos with visible third-party logos. Export watermark-free files, then upload directly or schedule through PostPlanify for maximum reach.
Leverage interactive stickers in Stories
Polls, quizzes, and question boxes drive taps that signal engagement to the algorithm. Place stickers above the bottom CTA bar so they remain fully tappable.
Batch-film, then schedule for consistency
Consistency beats occasional bursts. Record 5–7 short clips in one session, drop them into PostPlanify, and auto-post at your audience’s peak times.
Use carousel posts to boost saves and shares
Carousels encourage swipes, which extend dwell time. Combine micro-tips, before-and-after photos, or step-by-step tutorials into a 5-10-frame carousel to encourage saves.
Write scannable captions with a bold first line
Hook with a question or stat, break paragraphs with emojis or line-breaks, and end with a call-to-action (“Double-tap if you agree 👍”). Instagram truncates after ~125 characters, so front-load the value.
Mix Reels with static images to stabilize reach
Reels can spike reach but static posts often drive deeper discussions. A balanced content mix evens out algorithm swings and keeps your grid visually cohesive.
Reply to comments within the first hour
Instagram rewards rapid back-and-forth. Turn on notifications (or use PostPlanify’s inbox) to answer questions quickly and keep the engagement loop rolling.
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