Reels, TikTok & Shorts
Safe Zone Checker.
Upload your 9:16 vertical video or image to preview live UI overlays. Ensure subtitles, hooks,
and logos can be checked against approximate caption and button positions.
Drag & Drop 9:16 Reel or Video
Supports MP4, MOV, JPG, PNG up to 1080×1920
Safe Zone Dimensions (2026)
1080 × 1920 (9:16)Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts overlay dynamic icons, usernames, captions, and status bars over vertical videos. Elements outside the safe boundary risk being blocked.
💡 Creator Pro Tips:
- Subtitles: Position auto-captions at least 420px from the bottom so the Instagram description doesn't cover them.
- Call-To-Actions (CTAs): Keep "Link in Bio" or key arrows away from the bottom right where the audio disk rotates.
- Face Framing: Keep faces within the upper center third for optimal mobile viewing.
How do you check whether Reel captions will be covered?
Upload your vertical media and choose a platform overlay. Compare your text with the simulated interface areas and use the downloadable PNG guide when arranging your edit.
- What you provide
- An image or video uploaded from your device
- What you get
- An overlay preview and 1080 × 1920 PNG guide
- What to check
- Overlays are approximate. Interface layouts vary by device and app version; check the final post in the target app.
For more help, see our step-by-step guides or contact support.
Vertical video planning dimensions
These are example planning margins, not official platform specifications. Device layouts and caption lengths vary.
| Platform | Full Canvas | Top Margin | Bottom Margin | Right Margin | Remaining rectangle (before left padding) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instagram Reels | 1080 × 1920 (9:16) | 220 px | 360 px | 120 px | 960 × 1340 px |
| TikTok | 1080 × 1920 (9:16) | 180 px | 420 px | 140 px | 940 × 1320 px |
| YouTube Shorts | 1080 × 1920 (9:16) | 200 px | 340 px | 130 px | 950 × 1380 px |
Keep subtitles readable
Captions help viewers follow a video when sound is muted. Keep essential text clear of interface elements and check the uploaded video in its target app.
Protect Calls-to-Action
Keep "Tap link in bio" or "Follow for part 2" inside the central green safe zone so the right-side like, comment, and share icons don't block critical information.
100% In-Browser Privacy
Your media is rendered locally using HTML5 client-side video buffers. The tool processes your selected media locally rather than uploading it to a server.
Keep captions & text clear of UI overlays
Read our breakdown of Instagram Reels, TikTok, and YouTube Shorts safe zones and 4:5 feed preview crops.
Everything about Vertical Video Safe Zones
Are these exact safe zone dimensions for every device?
No. These are planning overlays on a 1080 × 1920 canvas. Caption length, device size and app changes affect the covered area. Keep important text away from the edges and check the final post in the target app.
Can I import this template into CapCut, Premiere Pro, or Canva?
Yes! Click "Get PNG Overlay" to download a full-resolution 1080×1920 transparent PNG guide that you can drop directly onto your timeline in Premiere Pro, Final Cut, DaVinci Resolve, CapCut, or Canva.
Are my uploaded videos stored on your server?
No! The tool runs 100% locally in your web browser using HTML5 Canvas and client-side Object URLs. Your videos and photos never leave your device.
Why does my text get covered when I export from CapCut?
Editors may show a clean frame while the published app adds captions and buttons. This checker helps you plan placement, but its overlays are approximate. Review the final upload in the app.
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