Instagram Safe Zone Checker and Overlay Template
Upload your Reel or vertical post and mark where your logo, caption and CTA sit. No platform bounds are shown until independent evidence is published.
Your file stays on your device. Processing happens in your browser — nothing is uploaded.
Preview
Platform bounds are pending verification and are not displayed. You can mark an element to review its position, but no Safe or Warning conclusion is available yet.
Download
The platform overlay stays hidden and cannot be downloaded until its bounds have independent measurement evidence.
Safe zone specs
| Element | Pixels | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Canvas | 1080 × 1920 | 9:16 portrait (Reel) |
Pending verificationPercentage breakdowns are hidden until the bounds are measured against the live platform.
Last verified
No platform bounds are displayed or downloadable until they are measured against the live platform UI. This card will then show the verified date, app version, viewport, UI state, reviewer, source, measurement method and evidence screenshot.Pending verification — bounds are placeholder rectangles, not measured values. Do not cite as pixel-accurate.
Common mistakes to avoid
Logo covered by the right action rail
A logo placed in the bottom-right corner lands under the like / comment / share buttons.
Fix: Keep logos toward the left side of the frame. Exact bound pending verification.
Caption collides with the username and audio row
A long caption or CTA placed low in the frame can compete with the username, caption and music metadata.
Fix: Move essential copy higher and shorten it before checking again. Exact bound pending verification.
Organic vs paid: what changes
Organic. Organic Reels show the right action rail and a bottom caption area with username and music.
Paid ad. Reel ads add a sponsor label and a CTA button at the bottom. Paid bounds pending separate measurement.
Frequently asked questions
Is this tool free?
Yes. No login, no watermark. Your file is processed in your browser and never uploaded.
Does this cover feed posts and Reels?
This page covers vertical (9:16) Reels and posts, which is where safe zone issues happen. Square feed tiles have a much smaller overlay.
How accurate are the safe zones?
Currently marked Pending verification. Once measured against the live platform, each zone shows a Last verified date, source, and evidence screenshot.
What if my CTA text falls into the danger zone?
Move it left or higher, shorten the copy, or reduce its size, then mark it again in the checker. You can also download a guide from the social media safe zone overlay page.