Instagram link preview checker
Instagram only shows link cards in direct messages. Links in captions are not clickable.
Tags Instagram reads
| Field | Tags, in fallback order |
|---|---|
| Title | og:title |
| Image | og:image |
Image requirements
| Recommended | 1200×630 |
|---|---|
| Minimum | 200×200 |
| Maximum weight | 8 MB |
| Formats | JPEG, PNG |
Card layout
In DMs, the image shows on top with the title and domain below.
How to refresh the Instagram preview cache
Instagram shares the Facebook cache. Use the Facebook Sharing Debugger.
Common problems
- There is no preview in captions or comments. That is by design.
Rule confidence: observed.