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 Sponsored Carousel
User interface drawing of Tumblr Sponsored Carousels with measured dimensions and sizes on mobile and desktop

Tumblr Sponsored Carousels are customized content wrappers that allow users to click or scroll through multiple sponsored images. As primarily an image-centric platform, Tumblr Sponsored Carousels provide more sponsored content in a limited package compared to static imagery and give user's more options for engagement without taking up extra screen space.

Tumblr Sponsored Carousels have a variable stretching height and dashboard width of 540 px. Sponsored Carousels can include between 3-5 cards, support JPG, PNG, and GIF formats, and a maximum file size of 5 MB each.

Tumblr Sponsored Carousels are customized content wrappers that allow users to click or scroll through multiple sponsored images. As primarily an image-centric platform, Tumblr Sponsored Carousels provide more sponsored content in a limited sized package compared to static imagery.

Tumblr Sponsored Carousels have a variable stretching height and dashboard width of 540 px. Sponsored Carousels can include between 3-5 cards, support JPG, PNG, and GIF formats, and a maximum file size of 5 MB each.

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

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Tumblr Post - Link
Illustrated dimensions of Tumblr Link Posts measured with height and width

A Tumblr Link Post is one of the custom post formats on Tumblr that focuses attention on a single link. Link posts can be used by businesses to create engagement with their audience and create attention to a promotion or sale and attract new customers to a landing page. The link shared should be related to your specific business.

Tumblr Link Posts have a dashboard width of 540 px (Dashboard) and supports text and styled text. Tumblr Links can include images at 130 x 130 px in JPG, PNG, GIF, or BMP formats.

A Tumblr Link Post is one of the custom post formats on Tumblr that focuses attention on a single link. Link posts can be used by businesses to create engagement with their audience and create attention to a promotion or sale and attract new customers to a landing page.

Tumblr Link Posts have a dashboard width of 540 px (Dashboard) and supports text and styled text. Tumblr Links can include images at 130 x 130 px in JPG, PNG, GIF, or BMP formats.

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

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Tumblr Sponsored Photo
Dimensioned layout drawing of Tumblr Sponsored Photos labeled with height and width

Tumblr Sponsored Photos are branded pieces of static content designed to integrate seamlessly with other organic Tumblr posts. With the same size properties and parameters as standard Tumblr Image Posts, Sponsored Photos are opportunities to craft an identity of a company around enticing posts on the platform.

Tumblr Sponsored Photos have a dashboard width of 540 px and a flexible height up to 1920 px. Like other Photo Posts, Sponsored Photos support JPG, PNG, and GIF formats with the size properties of other Tumblr Photo Posts.

Tumblr Sponsored Photos are branded pieces of static content designed to integrate seamlessly with other organic Tumblr posts. With the same size properties and parameters as standard Tumblr Image Posts, Sponsored Photos are opportunities to craft an identity of a company around enticing posts.

Tumblr Sponsored Photos have a dashboard width of 540 px and a flexible height up to 1920 px. Like other Photo Posts, Sponsored Photos support JPG, PNG, and GIF formats with the size properties of other Tumblr Photo Posts.

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Image Size Recommended: 540 x 750 px

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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Mobile Size: 640 x 360 px (16:9)
Print Sizes: 41.67” x 14.65” | 105.8 x 37.2 cm

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Tumblr Header Image interface mockup

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Tumblr Sponsored Day - Dashboard Banner
Illustrated dimensions of Tumblr Sponsored Day Dashboard Banners measured with height and width

Tumblr Sponsored Day Dashboard Banners are a unique and custom image size that companies can use to promote themselves at the top of a user's Dashboard feed. Sponsored Day Dashboard Banners are the largest targeted content available on Tumblr and are designed to include multiple forms of engagement with potential customers.

Tumblr Sponsored Day Dashboard Banners have a height of 432 px and width of 1080 px for an aspect ratio of 2.5:1. Sponsored Day Banners can be customized to include further engagement options like 'Reblog', 'Like', and 'Follow' to encourage more interaction with users. Sponsored Day Dashboard Banners support JPG, PNG, and GIF formats with a maximum file size of 5 MB.

Tumblr Sponsored Day Dashboard Banners are a unique and custom image size that companies can use to promote themselves at the top of a user's Dashboard feed. Sponsored Day Dashboard Banners are the largest targeted content available on Tumblr and are designed to include multiple forms of engagement.

Tumblr Sponsored Day Dashboard Banners have a height of 432 px and width of 1080 px for an aspect ratio of 2.5:1. Sponsored Day Banners can be customized to include further engagement options like 'Reblog', 'Like', and 'Follow' to encourage more interaction with users. Sponsored Day Dashboard Banners support JPG, PNG, and GIF formats with a maximum file size of 5 MB.

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Engagement Options: Reblog, Like, Follow

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GIF Size: 540 x 216 px

Print Sizes: 15” x 7.39” | 38.1 x 15.2 cm

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Tumblr Sponsored Day Dashboard Banner interface mockup

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