Social Media
What is OG:Image?
The og:image is the Open Graph tag that defines the image displayed when sharing your page on social media.
The og:image is an Open Graph meta tag that specifies the preview image displayed when your page is shared on social media.
Syntax
Recommended dimensions
- ●Facebook/LinkedIn: 1200 x 630 pixels
- ●Twitter/X: 1200 x 675 pixels (16:9 ratio)
- ●Format: JPG or PNG, < 5 MB
Best practices
- ●Always define an og:image for each page
- ●Use an absolute URL (https://...)
- ●Create specific images with the title and brand
- ●Test with Facebook Debugger and Twitter Card Validator
Impact
Posts with images generate up to 2x more engagement than those without. A good og:image is essential for social traffic.
Related Terms
What is OG:Title (Open Graph Title)?
The og:title is the Open Graph tag that defines the title displayed when your page is shared on social media.
What is OG:Description?
The og:description is the tag that defines the description displayed when your page is shared on social media.
What is the Open Graph Protocol?
Open Graph is a protocol created by Facebook that controls how your page appears when shared on social media.