Size guide
Facebook Cover Photo Size
Facebook cover photo displays at 820×312 px on desktop and 640×360 on mobile. The upload size and safe area that work on both, plus AI design tools.
The right size, explained
A Facebook cover photo displays at 820×312 pixels on desktop and about 640×360 pixels on mobile — upload at least 851×315 pixels and keep essential content in the central area that both crops share. PNG keeps text and logos crisper than JPG.
Because desktop crops top/bottom and mobile crops the sides, the reliable zone is the middle: centered composition, no critical text near the edges.
Generate the artwork with AI in landscape and keep the subject centered before uploading.
Exact specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Desktop display | 820 × 312 px |
| Mobile display | ~640 × 360 px |
| Recommended upload | ≥ 851 × 315 px (PNG for text/logos) |
| Safe zone | centered content, avoid outer edges |
Design your cover
Generate landscape art sized for banners and covers.
Frequently asked questions
What size should a Facebook cover photo be?+
Upload at least 851×315 pixels. Desktop shows 820×312 and mobile shows a taller, narrower crop — center anything important.
Why does my cover look different on my phone?+
Facebook crops the same image differently per device: desktop trims height, mobile trims width. A centered design survives both.
JPG or PNG for the cover?+
PNG if the design contains text or a logo (less compression smearing); JPG is fine for pure photography.