TutorialsMarch 7, 2025

Enhance engagement by uploading a social share image to your site. Learn how to add a 1200x630px image in your CMS to ensure your content looks appealing and professional when shared online.

What Is a Social Share Image?

A social share image is the visual that appears when your website is shared on platforms like Facebook, iMessage, Twitter, and more. It gives viewers an immediate, attractive preview of your site and can help boost engagement. For best results, it’s recommended that your image measures 1200x630 pixels.

How to Upload a Social Share Image in Your CMS

  1. Log In and Navigate: Once logged into your CMS and navigated to your publication, go to Settings > Publication Details. Then click edit in the General section. This is where you’ll find the field "Social Share" specifically designed for uploading your social share image.
  2. Upload Your Image: Click on the upload button and select your image file from your computer. Make sure your image is ideally 1200x630px to ensure it displays correctly across social platforms.
  3. Save and Confirm: After the upload is complete, save your settings. Your CMS should now include the proper metadata (often via an og:image tag) to ensure the image appears when your site is shared.
Screenshot Tip: In your CMS, the upload field should look similar to the provided screenshot, making it easy to locate and use.
Screenshot Tip: In your CMS, the upload field should look similar to the provided screenshot, making it easy to locate and use.PubGen.AI

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What Happens When You Share Your Site?

When you share your site (for example, in iMessage or on Facebook), the social share image you uploaded will automatically appear as a preview. This visual representation helps users recognize your brand and content immediately. The screenshot of the iMessage share screen demonstrates how your image will appear on social platforms.

Sharing home page of PubGen.AI on iMessage, which uses the Social Share Image field
Sharing home page of PubGen.AI on iMessage, which uses the Social Share Image fieldPubGen.AI

In Summary

Social Share Image: A preview image that represents your site on social networks.

  • Ideal Size: 1200x630px.
  • Upload Process: Go to Settings > Publication Details in your CMS, upload your image in the Social Share Image field, and save.
  • Result: When shared, your site will display the image, giving viewers a visual cue about your content.

This simple process ensures your site looks professional and appealing whenever it’s shared online.

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