Description
Description

Tumblr is a social networking platform that blends blogging with social media. It's a space where users can share a variety of content, including text, photos, quotes, links, music, and videos, in a blog-like format. Each user has a personalized "blog" that can be customized and followed by others. Tumblr stands out for its eclectic and often creative content, with a strong presence of fan communities, artists, and writers. It offers a mix of public and private sharing, where users can engage with each other through reblogs, likes, and comments. Its technology emphasizes user expression and community interaction.

History
History

Tumblr began in 2007 as a unique microblogging site where people could post multimedia and other content in a short-form blog. It quickly became popular for its simplicity and the freedom it provided for self-expression. Over the years, Tumblr became a hub for niche communities, fan content, memes, and social movements. It experienced massive growth, peaking in the early 2010s, and was acquired by Yahoo in 2013. However, after a controversial ban on adult content in 2018, many users left the platform. Despite these ups and downs, Tumblr remains a space for creativity and a snapshot of internet culture.

Future
Future

Tumblr's trajectory seems geared towards nurturing its unique community, with potential enhancements in customization and interaction to bolster user experience. Building on the visual and meme-centric content that dominates its landscape, we might see more advanced multimedia tools, making content creation more intuitive and varied. Integration with other platforms could expand its reach, while AI-driven curation might tailor content to individual tastes more sharply. As a cultural barometer, Tumblr could evolve into an even more potent space for niche interests, activism, and emerging trends, continuing to shape and reflect the ever-changing tapestry of online communities.

Common Questions
Common Questions
What is Tumblr used for?

Tumblr is used as a blogging and social media platform that allows users to publish short form blog posts. Tumblr offers users the ability to completely customize their own pages making the website different from other social media networks. Tumblr is used for ecommerce, personal use, fan groups, and social issues.

How do you delete your Tumblr account?

Delete your Tumblr account by logging into your account in a web browser, clicking the account icon, and clicking on settings in the drop-down menu. Scroll to the bottom of the page to the Delete Account button where you will enter your email and password to confirm. Click Delete Everything below the password text box and your account will be deleted.

When was Tumblr created?

Tumblr was created by David Karp on February 1st of 2007. The platform is currently owned by Automattic. Tumblr was inspired by 2 websites: The Projectionist and Anarchai. By July 1st of 2009, Tumblr had 50 million views per month. On August 12 2019, Tumblr became the host of 475 million blogs.

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Tumblr Post - Text
User interface drawing of Tumblr Text Posts with measured dimensions and sizes

A Tumblr Text Post features plain text and appears in a user’s Tumblr Dashboard. Text posts can be created by any user on the platform. Text styles can be changed within a text post, hyperlinks can be included, as well as image, audio, or video. Text posts can be short or long with heights that stretch to the length of the post.

Tumblr Text Posts have a dashboard width of 540 px (Dashboard) and supports plain and styled text. Tumblr Text Posts can include images in JPG, PNG, GIF, or BMP formats with the size properties of other Tumblr Photo Posts.

A Tumblr Text Post features plain text and appears in a user’s Tumblr Dashboard. Text posts can be created by any user on the platform. Text styles can be changed within a text post, hyperlinks can be included, as well as image, audio, or video. Text posts can be short or long form.

Tumblr Text Posts have a dashboard width of 540 px (Dashboard) and supports plain and styled text. Tumblr Text Posts can include images in JPG, PNG, GIF, or BMP formats with the size properties of other Tumblr Photo Posts.

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Print Sizes: Flexible x 7.5” | Flexible x 19.1 cm

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Tumblr Post - Video
Dimensioned layout drawing of Tumblr Post - Videos labeled with height and width

Tumblr Videos posted on a user’s Tumblr page can be seen by their followers on their dashboard and be shared with their own followers and can illustrate larger scenes than can be shared in a static image. This can be done without disrupting the flow of their browsing. Unlike a format like YouTube, Tumblr has a limit on what kinds of videos can be uploaded and how many a user can upload per day.

Tumblr Video Posts have a height that stretches and Dashboard width of 540 px. Video uploads are limited to a maximum of 5 minutes of new video per day. Video Posts support MP4, MOV, and embedded formats with a maximum file size of 100 MB.

Tumblr Videos posted on a user’s Tumblr page can be seen by their followers on their dashboard and be shared with their own followers and can illustrate larger scenes than can be shared in a static image. This can be done without disrupting the flow of their browsing.

Tumblr Video Posts have a height that stretches and Dashboard width of 540 px. Video uploads are limited to a maximum of 5 minutes of new video per day. Video Posts support MP4, MOV, and embedded formats with a maximum file size of 100 MB.

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Video Upload Duration: 5 mins per day

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Print Sizes: Flexible x 7.5” | Flexible x 19.1 cm

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Tumblr Post - Photo Set
Dimensioned layout drawing of Tumblr Photo Sets labeled with height and width

A Tumblr Dashboard Photo Set is made up of multiple images and is displayed in the Dashboard of user’s followers. A photo set allows users to post several photos at once and include some text. Photo sets can attract new followers and can incorporate up to 10 images. Photo Sets automatically organize the photos into grids based on the types and sizes of photos that are uploaded.

Tumblr Photo Set Posts have an overall height that stretches and individual image widths of 177, 268, and 540 px within the Dashboard. Photo Sets can be split into 1, 2, or 3 columns with image widths of 540 px, 268 px, and 177 px respectively. Tumblr Photo Sets support JPG, PNG, GIF and BMP formats with a maximum file size of 10 MB each.

A Tumblr Dashboard Photo Set is made up of multiple images and is displayed in the Dashboard of user’s followers. A photo set allows users to post several photos at once and include some text. Photo sets can attract new followers and can incorporate up to 10 images.

Tumblr Photo Set Posts have an overall height that stretches and individual image widths of 177, 268, and 540 px within the Dashboard. Photo Sets can be split into 1, 2, or 3 columns with image widths of 540 px, 268 px, and 177 px respectively. Tumblr Photo Sets support JPG, PNG, GIF and BMP formats with a maximum file size of 10 MB each.

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Print Sizes: Flexible x 7.5” | Flexible x 19.1 cm

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Tumblr Header Image
Illustrated dimensions of Tumblr Header Images measured with height and width

A Tumblr Header Image, or Banner, is the main top-of-page image of a Tumblr blog. The Header Image serves as a way to welcome a visitor to a blog and is independent of any posts. Tumblr Banners can be configured and customized through each theme’s customization page to better celebrate the mood or character of a Tumblr account. Tumblr Header Images are often coordinated with the Tumblr Avatar around a shared theme.

Tumblr Header Images have a height of 1055 px and width of 3000 px for an aspect ratio of 2.84:1. Headers appear at 640 x 360 px on mobile devices. Tumblr Header Image supports JPG, PNG, and GIF formats with a maximum file size of 10 MB.

A Tumblr Header Image, or Banner, is the main top-of-page image of a Tumblr blog. The Header Image serves as a way to welcome a visitor to a blog and is independent of any posts. Tumblr Banners can be configured and customized through each theme’s customization page to better celebrate the account

Tumblr Header Images have a height of 1055 px and width of 3000 px for an aspect ratio of 2.84:1. Headers appear at 640 x 360 px on mobile devices. Tumblr Header Image supports JPG, PNG, and GIF formats with a maximum file size of 10 MB.

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Print Sizes: 41.67” x 14.65” | 105.8 x 37.2 cm

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Tumblr Post - Audio
User interface drawing of Tumblr Audio Posts with measured dimensions and sizes

A Tumblr Dashboard Audio post is an easy way for a user to share music to their followers. A song or sound clip can be upload through a music file or can also be linked from an outside source. If a brand’s work relates directly to music this content is suitable for it.

Tumblr Audio Posts have a height of 169 px and width of 540 px in the Tumblr Dashboard. Audio Posts also include a thumbnail image at 169 x 169 px. Tumblr Audio supports MP3 and embedded formats with a maximum file size of 10 MB. MP3s can be posted once per day.

A Tumblr Dashboard Audio post is an easy way for a user to share music to their followers. A song or sound clip can be upload through a music file or can also be linked from an outside source. If a brand’s work relates directly to music this content is suitable for it.

Tumblr Audio Posts have a height of 169 px and width of 540 px in the Tumblr Dashboard. Audio Posts also include a thumbnail image at 169 x 169 px. Tumblr Audio supports MP3 and embedded formats with a maximum file size of 10 MB. MP3s can be posted once per day.

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Posts: One MP3 post per day

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Print Sizes: 7.5” x 2.35” | 19.1 x 6 cm

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